Nissan is launching
the updated Navara across Europe, so it’s only natural to release more photos
and all the details of the popular pickup truck. The minimal exterior changes
might make the new Navara look… well, not all that new, but the bulk of
Nissan’s updates are hidden under the skin, making it not only more comfortable
and fuel efficient but also more capable than ever.
For starters, the
new Japanese 1-tonne truck gets an updated 2.3-liter diesel four-cylinder
engine which now features two turbochargers across all versions. The base one
offers 160 hp and 425 Nm of torque, while the range-topper
comes with 187 hp and 450 Nm.
Nissan has also
updated the engine with steel pistons and carbon-coated piston rings, a lower
compression ratio, increased fuel pressure thanks to a new pump, an imrpoved
cooling system, as well as a new exhaust that incorporates the particulate
filter and SCR technology. The result is less emissions and better fuel
efficiency than before.
The 2.3-liter
diesel is hooked to an all-new six-speed manual transmission, which Nissan
claims offers more refinement, ease of shifting and enhanced synchronisation.
In addition, the optional seven-speed automatic gearbox has also been retuned
for better comfort and responsiveness.
The Navara is one
of the few 1-tonne pickup trucks to feature a rear 5-link suspension, but this
has been applied now to the King Cab as well. This makes the Navara King Cab
not only more comfortable and better to drive but also allows for an increase
in payload, with the updated truck offering between 1,115 kg and
1,180 kg capacity.
Nissan has also
lifted the rear by 25mm and added 2-stage coil springs, with the front
suspension was tuned for reduced steering effort and the braking system
overhauled, with bigger discs up front and discs at the rear replacing the
previous drums.
