Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series-rivalling Nissan Patrol Warrior still no closer to launch nearly two years after confirmation

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series-rivalling Nissan Patrol Warrior still no closer to launch nearly two years after confirmation

2 Jul 2021 by Tung Nguyen

Nissan Australia has been plotting its own hardcore off-road SUV in the form of the Patrol Warrior for nearly two years, but the Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series-rivalling model seems no closer to ...Read more
Nissan Australia stock levels down, but some Navara, X-Trail, Qashqai and Juke models still available

Nissan Australia stock levels down, but some Navara, X-Trail, Qashqai and Juke models still available

2 Jun 2021 by Neil Dowling

New-car deliveries might be delayed due to global factors, such as the semi-conductor shortage, but Nissan Australia still has stock of some new models for those needing a fresh set of wheels. Read more
Mitsubishi ASX, Nissan Patrol, Volkswagen Amarok and other popular decade-plus old 'new' cars still in dealer forecourts today

Mitsubishi ASX, Nissan Patrol, Volkswagen Amarok and other popular decade-plus old 'new' cars still in dealer forecourts today

23 May 2021 by Byron Mathioudakis

What is it about some cars, trucks and SUVs that make them more appealing the older they get?Is it familiarity? Faith in the fact that the manufacturer has had time to iron out all the big faults as ...Read more
The Nissan Patrol's big weapon against the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series

The Nissan Patrol's big weapon against the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series

5 May 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

The Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series might well be attracting a lot of attention at the moment, but the Nissan Patrol is packing a secret weapon that's largely unique in automotive world these days. Read more
Battle of the titans: Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series versus Nissan Patrol NISMO - which one should you be waiting for?

Battle of the titans: Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series versus Nissan Patrol NISMO - which one should you be waiting for?

25 Apr 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

In terms of heavyweight bouts, they don't get much heavier than this, with Nissan this week confirming it is "actively pursuing" the new Patrol NISMO, which would arrive to do battle with ...Read more
Australia is keen! Nissan "actively pursuing" Patrol NISMO beast to act as V8 flagship to take down the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series

Australia is keen! Nissan "actively pursuing" Patrol NISMO beast to act as V8 flagship to take down the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series

23 Apr 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

The Nissan Patrol NISMO is back on the cards for Australia, with the brand's local executives eyeing the V8-powered monster to act as a flagship model above the regular Patrol and the incoming ...Read more
The Nissan Patrol Nismo V8 has arrived to strike fear into the heart of the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series!

The Nissan Patrol Nismo V8 has arrived to strike fear into the heart of the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series!

1 Apr 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

The 2021 Nissan Patrol Nismo has ben revealed in the Middle East, with the V8-powered beast possessing a keen focus on on-road performance that will differentiate it from the LandCruiser 300 Series. Read more
How Nissan's Patrol will combat the incoming Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series

How Nissan's Patrol will combat the incoming Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series

28 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen

Nissan Australia's Patrol upper-large SUV is enjoying a boom in sales, but the incoming Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series is poised to steal its thunder thanks to new powertrains and a fresh look.Nissan ...Read more
Resale value gold: Why the smart money is on selling your near-new Toyota RAV4, Ford Ranger, Kia Cerato and Mazda CX-3, as used SUVs, small cars and utes are ground zero for frenzied buying activity

Resale value gold: Why the smart money is on selling your near-new Toyota RAV4, Ford Ranger, Kia Cerato and Mazda CX-3, as used SUVs, small cars and utes are ground zero for frenzied buying activity

20 Mar 2021 by Byron Mathioudakis

Unless you were prudent enough to buy a Toyota FJ Cruiser - more on that later - most new cars are not great financial investments.Most will depreciate to less than half their original purchase price ...Read more
Nismo isn't finished yet! Toyota Land Cruiser-rivalling Nissan Patrol Nismo high on Australian wishlist

Nismo isn't finished yet! Toyota Land Cruiser-rivalling Nissan Patrol Nismo high on Australian wishlist

7 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen

Nissan's Nismo performance division might have slowed its activities recently, but that doesn't mean the performance brand is ready to call it quits in Australia.Having offered three products in the ...Read more
2022 Nissan Patrol Nismo rendered: Toyota Land Cruiser rival scores more aggressive styling

2022 Nissan Patrol Nismo rendered: Toyota Land Cruiser rival scores more aggressive styling

23 Feb 2021 by Tung Nguyen

Nissan's facelifted Patrol has been given the Nismo treatment, at least speculatively.Published by famed Russian renderer Kolesa, the imagined Patrol wears a number of Nismo parts to form the new ...Read more
2021 Nissan Patrol pricing and specs detailed: Increased cost for Toyota Land Cruiser alternative

2021 Nissan Patrol pricing and specs detailed: Increased cost for Toyota Land Cruiser alternative

2 Feb 2021 by Tung Nguyen

Nissan Australia has increased prices for its Patrol large SUV for the 2021 model year while leaving specification levels static.The Patrol range now kicks off at $78,910 before on-road costs for the ...Read more
Toyota Land Cruiser, Ford Everest, Jeep Grand Cherokee and other models to consider for your next Aussie road trip

Toyota Land Cruiser, Ford Everest, Jeep Grand Cherokee and other models to consider for your next Aussie road trip

31 Jan 2021 by David Morley

While COVID has become a by-word for uncertainty, one thing has emerged as a sure thing as a result of the pandemic. Read more
2020 biggest sales winners: Toyota RAV4, Audi Q3, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Venue, MG3 and other new cars grew the most in tough year

2020 biggest sales winners: Toyota RAV4, Audi Q3, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Venue, MG3 and other new cars grew the most in tough year

6 Jan 2021 by Justin Hilliard

If you ask most people, 2020 was a year to forget, but for some automotive brands, there was a silver lining as the sales of certain models actually exploded in Australia, where the overall market ...Read more
Top 10 car reviews of 2020

Top 10 car reviews of 2020

31 Dec 2020 by Justin Hilliard

Despite being a challenging year that for periods of time (some extended) stopped us from testing cars in order to bring you reviews you're interested in, 2020 ended up being another huge year here ...Read more
2022 Nissan Patrol Warrior shapes up as Toyota Land Cruiser rival undergoes rugged 4x4 off-roader transformation

2022 Nissan Patrol Warrior shapes up as Toyota Land Cruiser rival undergoes rugged 4x4 off-roader transformation

10 Nov 2020 by Byron Mathioudakis

Nissan’s Patrol Warrior is back in development alongside its MY22 Navara Warrior stablemate, with upgrades said to be “worthy” of the name when both models hit Australian roads ...Read more
New Nissan Patrol 2021 pricing and specs detailed: More expensive entry level for Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series rival

New Nissan Patrol 2021 pricing and specs detailed: More expensive entry level for Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series rival

6 Aug 2020 by Justin Hilliard

Nissan Australia has raised the cost of entry to the Patrol upper-large SUV’s two-variant range ...Read more
Nissan Patrol V8 safe! No immediate plan for Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series-style smaller engine as Nissan boss declares "I love the V8"

Nissan Patrol V8 safe! No immediate plan for Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series-style smaller engine as Nissan boss declares "I love the V8"

21 Jul 2020 by Andrew Chesterton

The Nissan Patrol looks set to retain its V8 engine, at least for now, with the brand's Australian arm promising there was no immediate plan in place to electrify the iconic off-roader Read more
New Nissan Patrol could adopt hybrid engine to take down Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series

New Nissan Patrol could adopt hybrid engine to take down Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series

5 Jul 2020 by Richard Berry

Nissan Australia’s boss believes the reaction to a new-generation Patrol with a hybrid or electric powertrain would be a favourable one, but acknowledges that some people would find it ...Read more
New Nissan Patrol Warrior 2021 delayed: Toyota Land Cruiser rival pushed back but still coming

New Nissan Patrol Warrior 2021 delayed: Toyota Land Cruiser rival pushed back but still coming

14 Apr 2020 by Tung Nguyen

Nissan Australia has had to delay the reveal and launch of its upcoming Patrol Warrior large SUV flagship due to its shifting priorities dealing with the Coronavirus pandemic.Speaking exclusively to ...Read more
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