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Nissan’s popular Navara line-up of practical and rugged utilities gains a new
look dual cab range with the release of the D40 Navara.
The all-new D40 Navara is bigger than ever before. It projects a modern,
rugged look and feel, clearly expressing Nissan’s design DNA through its chrome,
angled strut grille, short front and rear overhangs and large fender flares.
The new D40 Navara will be sold in tandem with the existing D22 Navara as
part of a dual sales campaign aimed at giving customers even greater choice in a
very popular market segment.
Like the D22, the new D40 Navara benefits from a tried and trusted four-wheel
drive system to ensure grip under all conditions, one of the many key features
that made the existing D22 model such a favourite with the farming and
construction industries.
While those traditional pick-up buyers are expected to appreciate Navara’s
‘go anywhere, do anything’ qualities, the newcomer’s higher levels of comfort,
quality and refinement will attract customers who are likely to use it for their
recreational activities as well.
Of one thing you can be certain - if the Navara is put to work, it has the
engines to match the task. With a power output of 128 kilowatts (kW) and an
awesome 403 Newton-metres (Nm) of torque at 2,000 rpm the turbo diesel is in a
class of its own. The 198kW 4.0-litre V6 has all the refinement and effortless
performance you would expect from an engine derived from the VQ family used in
the 350Z sport coupe.
Four-wheel drive models are available with either the 4.0-litre V6 petrol or
2.5-litre turbo diesel and manual or automatic transmissions. They are offered
in two specification levels RX – entry-level – or as a high-spec ST-X.
The two-wheel drive D40 Navara is available in one high-specification ST-X
and is also only available with the 4.0-litre V6 with the choice of manual or
automatic transmissions.
Like the Pathfinder, the Navara features a rugged ladder-frame chassis and a
refined independent front suspension system featuring double wishbones and coil
springs. It is teamed with a rigid axle and over slung leaf springs at the rear,
designed to provide the best possible payload levels while providing SUV-like
ride and handling and comfort.
Inside, there is ample room for five with two comfortable and supportive
front seats and a three-seater split folding rear bench in the rear. The rear
seats also flip up – on a 60/40 split – to create extra storage space behind the
front.
The rear tray provides a load space measuring 2.36m2. It has a minimum width
dimension between the wheel housings of 1130mm and an internal bed length of
1511mm.
The practicality of the new Navara is further enhanced by the C-Channel
utili-track system - available on ST-X models. This factory-fitted system
incorporates five rails (one channel on either side of the load floor, plus one
on each of the three fixed sides of the pick-up bed) into which self-locking
cleats can be placed, providing fixed points for securing ropes and a range of
accessories designed to work with C-Channel.
Pricing for the new Navara range starts at $37,990* for the two-wheel drive
ST-X V6 petrol. The four-wheel drive range is priced from $38,990* for the RX V6
petrol, while the ST-X V6 petrol is priced from $43,990*. Turbo diesel
four-wheel drive models are priced from $40,990* for the RX to $45,990* for the
ST-X. The optional five-speed automatic transmission adds $2000 on all models.
Navara RX models come standard with an in-dash single CD, central locking,
air conditioning, split fold rear bench, electronically controlled dial-up
four-wheel drive system, three-point seatbelts for all occupants and optional
dual airbags and anti- lock brakes.
The ST-X model adds an in-dash six-stack CD change, power windows and
mirrors, remote central locking, Utili-Track system, 16” alloy wheels, side
steps, leather bound steering wheel with cruise control, dual front airbags,
anti-lock brakes and seatbelt pretensioners.
Nissan’s general manager sales & network development, Stephen Collins,
espouses the benefits of the D40 Navara and its ability to add an additional
tier to the Navara range.
“By offering the larger, sportier and more sophisticated D40 Navara alongside
the D22, we give customers a greater choice in this very competitive market,” Mr
Collins said.
“The new Navara offers impressive interior space for all occupants and SUV
like handling, while still providing copious load carrying ability in the back.
“Not surprisingly, we are looking for conquest sales with the D40 as it
offers such a convincing performance package on and off the road.”
*Recommended retails price excludes dealer delivery and on-road costs.
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