Nissan Navara: Features explained

The world of pickup trucks in Malaysia has seen a drastic shift in the recent past. Previously known for commercial trades and usage, the pickup trucks are now the preferred choice for a lot of customers in the country due to their rugged look and performance capabilities on and off the road.

One such pickup truck that hasn’t failed to impress us is the Nissan Navara - spectacular from the outside and well-equipped from the inside, this workhorse from Nissan has it all.

Regarded as the ultimate pickup, the Navara is offered in multiple color shades, including Brilliant White, Tungsten Silver, Diamond Black, Savanna Orange, and Earth Brown - catering to a large section of buyers according to their taste and colour preferences.

While the styling of the Navara is at par with modern standards, the advanced features like intelligent around view monitor make it the finest of choices to get hands on. On the performance front, you don’t feel let down as a customer because Nissan has blessed the Navara with all the capabilities that a vehicle of this segment should have.

In the middle of the ongoing year, Nissan introduced the all-new Nissan Navara VL Plus 2018 in the country, which is also the top-of-the-line model in the Nissan Navara range. The pickup gets fresh safety features while the mechanical department remains the same as before. The Navara is now available in five different variants in the country.

To get a better picture of what does the Nissan Navara really has to offer, let’s take a look at the complete set of features.

Rugged yet stylish exteriors

Talking about the exteriors, the Navara comes with a V-Motion grille that contributes to pickup’s improved aerodynamics and fuel efficiency, LED headlamps with DRLs and auto on/off function for better visibility, fog lamps and electric adjustable and foldable side mirrors. The features like roof rails, rear spoiler, side steps and 18-inch alloy wheels add sparkle to the aesthetic appeal of the Nissan Navara.

Ergonomically-designed interior space

The cabin of the Nissan Navara is ergonomically designed with plentiful storage spaces that come in quite handy on the go. Besides a large glove box, there are deep door pockets for storing files, documents, phone chargers, etc. Additionally, you get a sunglass compartment, front cup holder, front console cup holders, dashboard tray with a power outlet and USB, AUX outlets to satisfy your charging, and streaming needs.

Tech-focused cabin

The Navara specs list has some of the premium features that you’d want in a pickup truck. These include a digital speedometer, dual-zone automatic climate control, newly designed driver’s seat with 8-way power adjustable feature and 2-way lumbar support. Further, you get rear AC vents for better cool air distribution, intelligent key and push start button, 5-inch infotainment system with USB/ AUX/ FM/ AM/ CD/ MP3/ Bluetooth support and 6 speakers, auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass and a 5-inch Advanced Drive Assist Display (ADAD) with seven screens to provide detailed information about the vehicle to the driver. The seats come wrapped in leather that adds significantly to the comfort of the occupants on long journeys.

Powerful yet smooth

The Nissan Navara carries a ready-to-go attitude which is instilled due to the presence of the 4-cylinder, DOHC, 2,488 cc diesel engine with Variable Geometry System (VGS) turbo intercooler. The engine pumps out 190 PS of max power and 450 Nm of peak torque. Regardless of the road and weather conditions, the Navara urges to perform brilliantly. Thanks to the 7-speed auto transmission unit with manual mode, 4WD system, multi-link rear and double wishbone front suspension setups that make drives smooth and stress-free.

Safety-packed pickup

Nissan has incorporated every possible feature in the pickup that ensures the safety of not only front occupants but the ones seated in the second row. The company pursues an innovative concept called ‘Safety Shield’ concept that’s advanced and proactive to avoid the possible road risks. The Nissan Navara comes with features like Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Hill Descent Control (HDC) and Hill Start Assist (HSA). Further, for slippery roads, the Navara has the Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) feature that plays an important part in applying brakes to different wheels separately if they tend to slip. Additionally, the Navara has ISOFIX child seat retainer, 3-point ELR seatbelts, 7 SRS airbags (two at the front, side, curtain and driver knee) and the latest Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) for a 360-degree view.