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2026 Nissan Navara to cost up to $6000 more than its Mitsubishi Triton twin
The new Nissan Navara arrives next month with more standard gear and lower ownership costs, but higher prices than the Triton it’s based on.
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1997 Nissan Navara
The 1997 Nissan Navara is a ute offered in cab-chassis (double-cab) or pick-up (double-cab) body styles. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $16,990 for the STD variant and topping out at $39,250 for the ST variant.
There are 5 variants of the Navara available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-1997.
The 1997 Navara was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Nissan Navara include 2.4 in-line 4-cylinder (93kW/198Nm), 2.4 in-line 4-cylinder (91kW/191Nm), 2.7 in-line 4-cylinder (64kW/180Nm), 2.7 in-line 4-cylinder (58kW/173Nm), 3 v6 (113kW/248Nm) and 3.2 in-line 4-cylinder (76kW/220Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $16,990 - $39,250â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Cab Chassis or Utility
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $16,990 - $39,250â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Cab Chassis or Utility
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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1997 Nissan Navara
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
1997 Nissan Navara
Available Variants
The Nissan Navara comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being STD and the most expensive being TI.
1997 Nissan Navara
News
Damion Smy
2026 Nissan Navara to cost up to $6000 more than its Mitsubishi Triton twin
The new Nissan Navara arrives next month with more standard gear and lower ownership costs, but higher prices than the Triton it’s based on.
6 Days Ago
William Stopford
2026 Nissan Navara price and specs
The new Mitsubishi Triton-based Nissan Navara has a higher base price and a pared-back model range, but it has more power and torque than its predecessor.
6 Days Ago
Damion Smy
2026 Nissan Navara ute details leaked ahead of November unveiling
An Australian Government website has revealed details of the next-generation Navara dual-cab weeks ahead of its world debut.
4 Months Ago
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Power to Weight
33.53 - 80.14 kW/t
33.53 kW/t
90.78 kW/t
Price
$16,990 - $39,250
$16,990
$46,975
Warranty (Years)
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
40,000 - 100,000 km
40,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
2 - 6 years
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,330 - 2,740 kg
2,330 kg
3,500 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 kg
1,500 kg
4,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
195 - 225 mm
195 mm
225 mm
Payload Capacity
840 - 1,545 kg
840 kg
1,578 kg
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SL
2024
$33,928
SL
2025
$36,428
ST
2025
$48,833
ST
2024
$48,833
St-X
2024
$52,323
St-X
2025
$53,823
Sl Warrior
2024
$59,628
Pro-4x
2025
$59,783
Pro-4x
2024
$59,783
Black Edition
2024
$60,833
Pro-4x Warrior
2025
$69,143
Pro-4x Warrior
2024
$69,143
Year
2025
2024
Engine Type
2.3L Combustion
Fuel
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Body Type
Cab Chassis
Utility
Number of Doors
2 Doors
4 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
4x4
Maximum Power
140 kW
120 kW
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1997 Nissan Navara
Dimensions
4,975 mm
1,690 mm
1,615 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,975 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,690 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,615 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,950 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,200 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,545 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Nissan Navara
Sales Data
20249,032Total Sales
20256,824Total Sales
2026450YTD Sales
Nissan Navara Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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1997 Nissan Navara
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Nissan Navara is the STD variant that starts from $16,990.
See all Nissan Navara PricingThe most expensive Nissan Navara is the ST variant that starts from $39,250.
See all Nissan Navara PricingThe best towing capacity of a Nissan Navara is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: STD, DX and ST.
See all Nissan Navara towing capacityThe largest Nissan Navara is the ST variant which measures 1820mm wide, 5040mm in length and sits 1715mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 113kW of power and 248nm of torque are the DX and TI variants.
The Nissan Navara is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Nissan Navara is the DX variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2740 kg.
The Nissan Navara may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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