Nissan Navara II (D22) 3.0 Td Double Cab 4WD (148 Hp)


Overall Rating

7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 2.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Nissan Navara:

The Nissan Navara is a nameplate used for Nissan pickup trucks with D21, D22, D40, D23 and D27 model codes. The nameplate has been used in Australia, New Zealand, Central America, South America, Asia, Europe, and South Africa. In North, Central and South America and some selected markets, it is marketed as the Nissan Frontier or Nissan NP300.
After more than ten years with the D21, Nissan unveiled the similar sized D22. It was replaced with the bigger, taller, longer D40 mid-size pickup. In 2014, Nissan released its successor, the D23, for international markets other than the U. S. and Canada. For these markets, it received the D41 Frontier in 2021 to replace the D40....(Read more on Wikipedia)

II (D22) Overview:

Nissan Navara (II (D22)). With 314 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

3.0 Td Double Cab 4WD (148 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Provides robust power and excellent low-end torque, making it ideal for heavier loads, demanding off-road conditions, and sustained highway cruising.

Fuel Economy

While powerful, its larger displacement means slightly higher fuel consumption than the 2.5 dCi, but still competitive for a heavy-duty diesel 4x4.

Best Use Case: Heavy-duty work, long-distance hauling, serious off-roading, and demanding commercial applications.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Robust and durable build quality
  • • Excellent off-road capabilities (4WD models)
  • • Strong and torquey diesel engine options
  • • High payload and towing capacity
  • • Good value as a used workhorse

Cons:

  • • Basic and utilitarian interior design
  • • Firm ride quality, especially when unladen
  • • Limited modern safety features
  • • High fuel consumption for petrol variants
  • • Dated styling compared to newer pickups

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Nissan
Model:Navara
Generation:II (D22)
Modification (Engine):3.0 Td Double Cab 4WD (148 Hp)
Start of production:1998
End of production:2004
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Pick-up
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:148 Hp @ 3400 rpm.
Power per litre:50.1 Hp/l
Torque:314 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine displacement:2953
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Diesel Commonrail
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:96 mm mm
Piston Stroke:102 mm mm
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Space:
Fuel tank capacity:80 l
Size:
Length:5220 mm mm
Width:1850 mm mm
Height:1774 mm mm
Wheelbase:3200 mm mm
Front track:1570 mm
Rear (Back) track:1570 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):13.4 m
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionLeaf spring

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