2025 Nissan Patrol breaks cover

The long-awaited 2025 Nissan Patrol has finally made its global debut and it’s every bit the qualified LandCruiser fighter.

Destined to arrive in Australia in the back-end of 2026, the Y63 Nissan Patrol is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine driving all four wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission and a full-time 4x4 system.

The new downsized but force-fed engine outputs 317kW/700Nm, meaning it smashes the 300 Series’ 3.3-litre twin-turbo-diesel V6 for power (227kW) while matching it for torque (700Nm) and bests the equivalent (petrol) Lexus LX 600 in both regards (305kW/650Nm).

Perhaps more importantly though, the new V6 outputs 19kW/140Nm more than the Y62’s extremely charismatic 5.6-litre V8.

The powertrain is wrapped up in a much grander and upmarket body clearly inspired by the Range Rover portfolio but still retaining some of its signature Patrol boxiness, as previewed by the myriad of spy imagery and unofficial renders circulated over the past 18 months – not to mention the already-debuted Infiniti QX80.

Up front is a new square front apron headlined by sunken headlights, elaborate E-clamp DRLs and a new inverted trapezoid grille while the side profile is defined by its more swept-back look and the floating roofline.

The rear largely mirrors the front in terms of the key lighting and macho stature with an extra bit of sophistication ushered in via a full-width braking strip and double-bubble diffuser.

Nissan is yet to confirm if the Y63 rides on an all-new platform or an evolution of the Y62’s but has confirmed adaptive air suspension will be offered on the flagship versions, altered primarily by the six drive modes: Standard, Sand, Rock, Mud, Eco and Sport.

“The all-new Patrol also introduces a 4WD transfer mode interlock system, a first for Nissan, which offers intuitive handling across various terrains, allowing drivers to seamlessly switch between modes and tackle challenging landscapes with ease,” a company spokesperson said.

Inside the cabin you’ll find the now industry standard dual-screen dash arrangement comprising a pair of 14.3-inch displays – infotainment and instrument cluster – above a vast climate control panel which also happens to house the drive mode selector and gear selector.

The front seats are split by an ultra-wide centre console while the infotainment system is the first application of the next-generation NissanConnect 2.0 offering Google Built-in, sat-nav, smartphone mirroring and connected services (via the MyNISSAN app).

High-end variants will play audio through a 12-speaker Klipsch premium sound system and provide rear passengers with their own 12.8-inch interfaces where they can stream content and playing games via their own devices (Miracast, HDMI or USB connection).

Nissan says the new Patrol offers up 30 per cent more cargo space “compared to previous models” thanks to the all-new cabin layout, proportions and practical storage nooks scattered about the interior.

Market-specific portfolio, pricing and equipment details are predictably yet to be announced and won’t be for Australia for at least another 12-18 months, as are the Y63’s off-road and utilitarian capabilities – it’d be safe to expect a 3500kg braked towing capacity and 800mm wading depth at the very least though.

That said, headline inclusions at a global level include a wireless charging pad, the aforementioned infotainment system, USB-C ports in all three rows, a head-up display, gesture control, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, powered tailgate, ambient lighting and eight-way power-adjustable front seats.

“As Nissan’s oldest nameplate and knowing the reverence in which the Patrol is held, the new seventh generation brings more performance, with better fuel economy, as well as outstanding and easy to use tech,” Nissan chief planning officer Ivan Espinosa said.

“The all-new Patrol is a technical tour de force combined with craftmanship, precision and practicality.

“It will transport families and friends in effortless comfort across the most demanding dunes, challenging mountains or busy urban jungle.”

Left-hook production has been given priority at this early stage to cater to key markets like the Middle East, hence the Australian cars not being due on local soil until the second half of 2026, possibly as a MY27 product.

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