The Nissan Navara is one brand that when it hit the market, it did so resoundly, sounding of excitement among buyers and mere admirers. The unique body-built of the Navara; the huge size and refinement in trimmings and finishings made it a spectacle to many. It entered the market as one that made “heads turn” whether parked or in motion. The Navara has been on the market for quite a while now and the current model that caused such a great stir, started in the mid 1980s; 1986 to be specific. The pickup truck has derived its name from the Spanish northern region named Navarre.

The Nissan Navara truck comes in both the 2x4 and 4x4 drive variants, a powerful engine with THE looks! The first model to hit the market was the D21 which came as a small pick-up truck and it took a dozen years for the second model to be launched and this was in the year 1998. This second generation model ran from the year 1998 to 2005 and later on the D40 model came on the spotlight with a new look with greater stylings, a much sizeable vehicle, which has come as now a mid-size puck-up truck.

The modern style and refinement of the Nissan Navara is also reflected in the technological advancement of the car. It has immaculate standard features that include the 3-tonne towing capacity, a top of the range turbo-diesel engine, a balanced ergonomic dash; much refined detailing, chrome trim, alloy wheels, power outlets, keyless remote control entry and high tech safety features. It performs exceptionally well, with massive gusto from the powerful V6 turbo-diesel engine and has marvelous off-road capabilities. Placed on the race line most bakkies on the market, the Nissan Navara will leave most crying foul, because the bakkie has sharp accelerating capabilities.

Nissan offers the Nissan Navara is 9 model variants. The current model portfolio includes seven dual cabs that include the Nissan Navara Dual Cab DX 4x4 Turbo Diesel 3.0; the Nissan Navara Dual Cab RX 4x4 2.5; the Nissan Navara Dual Cab RX 4x4 4.0; the Nissan Navara Dual Cab ST-R 4x4 Turbo Diesel 3.0; the Nissan Navara Dual Cab STX 4.0; the Nissan Navara Dual Cab STX 4x4 2.5; then finally on the dual cab - the Nissan Navara Dual Cab STX 4x4 4.0 and on the list of single cabs ate two models, namely the Nissan Navara Single Cab 3.0 DX Diesel 4x4 and the Nissan Navara Single Cab ST-R 4x4 Turbo Diesel 3.0.

The Nissan 4.0 L, V6 petrol model variant comes on all Dual cab models and the power on the Navara variant is highlighted by the maximum 198kW power and a torque of 385Nm at 4000 rpm. The 2.5 liter turbo diesel comes with some of the latest common-rail high tech. It pumps out 126kW power and has the capacity to generate 430 Newton Meters (Nm). Both the King Cab and the Dual cab have a diesel common on them and of course being a diesel engine, this one has good fuel economy and also provides sound reliability. As a champion off-roader, the Nissan Navara comes with advanced technology that provides for easy switch from the 2X4 drive to the 4x4 drive very easy and quite smoothly. A limited slip-diff will get you out of sticky situations with ease. Switching from 2 to 4-wheel drive has never been easier in the Navara. All it takes is the twist of a dial and the toughest terrain isn't so tough anymore. The interior of the Navara is not lacking in any way. Yes, preference does vary among people, but with the Navara’s interior, it is quite difficult not to love it. Features that shape the interior of the Navara include a CD player, AM/FM radio, aircon, dual zone climate control, cruise control and plenty of storage space. Other highlights of the Nissan Navara are features such as the heated front seats, 60/40 split bench seat, steering controls for the sound system, steering tilt, electric sunroof and passenger seat that can fold flat creating more space for cargo. The safety portfolio is one that also provides genuine and solid stability and security on the road. There is the front and rear crumple zones feature, ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, antilock brakes and front driver and passenger airbags, supported by the side and curtain airbags on the list.

The Nissan Navara is not one just to talk about; it is one to be experienced; one that provides modern driving at its best. It offers both luxury and genuine performance. It is amazing off-road as it is equally mesmerizing on the urban roads.