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Nissan Patrol Station Wagon (W160) 3.2 TD (W160) (110 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Patrol:
The Nissan Patrol is a series of off-road vehicles and full-size SUVs manufactured by Nissan in Japan since 1951 and sold throughout the world. It is Nissan's longest running series of models.
The Patrol has been available as either a short-wheelbase three-door or a long-wheelbase five-door chassis since 1951. The LWB version has been offered in pickup truck and cab chassis variants. Between 1988 and 1994, Ford Australia marketed the Patrol as the Ford Maverick. In some European countries, such as Spain, the Patrol was marketed by Ebro as the Ebro Patrol. In 1980 in Japan, it was rebadged and alternately sold at Nissan Prince Store locations as the Nissan Safari....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Station Wagon (W160) Overview:
Nissan Patrol (Station Wagon (W160)). A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.2 TD (W160) (110 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The turbocharged diesel offers a noticeable improvement in power and torque over the naturally aspirated version, providing better highway cruising ability and more confident overtaking, while retaining strong off-road capability.
Fuel Economy
Offers the best balance of power and fuel efficiency within the lineup. While still a heavy vehicle, the turbocharging helps maintain reasonable economy for its performance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability and ruggedness
- • Legendary reliability and durability
- • Simple, robust mechanicals, easy to maintain
- • High towing capacity
- • Spacious interior for cargo and passengers
Cons:
- • Poor on-road performance and handling (especially petrol)
- • High fuel consumption (especially petrol)
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities
- • Noisy and unrefined by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hardtop (K160): 1980 - 1988).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Patrol |
| Generation: | Station Wagon (W160) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.2 TD (W160) (110 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle, Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 110 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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