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2017 Nissan Navara
The new Nissan Navara is a Pickup. Available in Australia from $19,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the DX variant and topping out at $56,990 for the N-sport Black Edition.
There are 7 variants of the Navara available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2018.
Engine options include 2.3L turbo diesel common rail (120kW/403Nm) and 2.5L multi-point injection (122kW/238Nm). Available with 7-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2017 Navara is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$19,490 - $55,490†
Transmission
6-speed manual or 7-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
$19,490 - $55,490†
Transmission
6-speed manual or 7-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Good
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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
2017 Nissan Navara
Available Variants
The Nissan Navara comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being DX and the most expensive being N-Sport.
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Power to Weight
63.63 - 92.28 kW/t
53.42 kW/t
92.28 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
6.3 - 9.9 L/100km
6.3 L/100km
10.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
808 - 1,270 km
688 km
1,270 km
Price
$19,490 - $56,990
$19,490
$149,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 5 years
1 year
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,550 - 2,910 kg
2,550 kg
4,490 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
4,138 - 5,910 kg
4,138 kg
11,479 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,588 - 3,500 kg
1,588 kg
6,942 kg
Approach Angle
29.5 - 32.5°
20.7°
35°
Departure Angle
23 - 26.7°
20.3°
29°
Ground Clearance Unladen
191 - 230 mm
188 mm
279 mm
Payload Capacity
880 - 1,359 kg
864 kg
1,533 kg
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Dimensions
5,120 mm
1,790 mm
1,720 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,120 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,790 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,228 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Nissan Navara is the DX that starts from $19,490.
See all Nissan Navara PricingThe most expensive Nissan Navara is the N-Sport Black Edition that starts from $56,990.
See all Nissan Navara PricingThe best towing capacity of a Nissan Navara is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: RX, DX, ST, SL, St-X, N-Sport and N-Sport Black Edition.
See all Nissan Navara towing capacityThe largest Nissan Navara is the St-X which measures 1850mm wide, 5255mm in length and sits 1840mm tall.
The most powerful Nissan Navara is the St-X which has 140kW of power from its 2.3L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The Nissan Navara is built in Spain and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Nissan Navara is the St-X which weighs 2910 kg (kerb weight).
The Nissan Navara may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.
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