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2018 Nissan Navara
The new Nissan Navara is a Pickup. Available in Australia from $25,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the RX variant and topping out at $57,750 for the St-x.
There are 7 variants of the Navara available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2019.
The Nissan Navara is only available with an diesel motor that produces 140kW and 450Nm of torque. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2018 Navara is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$26,250 - $57,750†
Transmission
6-speed manual or 7-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
$26,250 - $57,750†
Transmission
6-speed manual or 7-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
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
2018 Nissan Navara
Available Variants
The Nissan Navara comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being RX and the most expensive being St-X.
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Power to Weight
63.32 - 77.37 kW/t
53.79 kW/t
111.71 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
6.3 - 7.1 L/100km
6.3 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
1,127 - 1,270 km
551 km
1,270 km
Price
$25,990 - $57,750
$17,990
$169,950
Warranty (Years)
3 - 5 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km - Unlimited
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
2,800 - 2,910 kg
2,700 kg
5,309 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,910 kg
4,435 kg
11,479 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
1,700 kg
6,942 kg
Approach Angle
30.8 - 33.2°
15.2°
35°
Departure Angle
23.3 - 28.2°
18°
29°
Ground Clearance Unladen
195 - 230 mm
171 mm
283 mm
Payload Capacity
914 - 1,359 kg
748 kg
1,713 kg
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Dimensions
5,120 mm
1,790 mm
1,745 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,120 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,790 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,745 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,359 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 RX that starts from $25,990.
See all Nissan Navara PricingThe most expensive Nissan Navara is the St-X that starts from $57,750.
See all Nissan Navara PricingThe best towing capacity of a Nissan Navara is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: RX, DX, Silverline, ST, SL, St-X and Black Edition.
See all Nissan Navara towing capacityThe largest Nissan Navara is the St-X which measures 1850mm wide, 5255mm in length and sits 1855mm 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 uses Diesel.
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