What comes into car guys’ minds, if you whisper Nissan Patrol VTC. Obviously fifth-generation amazing “Nissan Patrol Safari” Y61. Nissan Patrol Y61 launched in the late 90s and surprisingly this gorgeous SUV is still available with its new name “Nissan Patrol Super Safari”. Y62 was available in the United Arab Emirates from 2013 to 2021. In 2022, the new model was introduced with improved features and performance.
How popular is this car? Why is it so popular? I bet, you will not believe it. The Grad Tour Dubai Show has a drag race, the modified Nissan Patrol Safari beat Porsche 918 Spider. See the link https://youtu.be/V12C6xuMwmE. The car was modified and produce more than 1900BHP. Emirati guys and the whole GCC love this car a lot because of its outstanding performance, power, and reliability.
Now the question is what is Nissan Patrol VTC. Nissan is the make, Patrol is the model and VTC is the abbreviation of Variable Timing control. Sometimes you will see N-VTC or NVTCS (Nissan Variable Timing Control System). This is a technology by which maximum power and low fuel consumption are obtained by advancing engine valve timing. Nissan has launched this technology in 1987. Nowadays almost all engine manufacturers are using this technology under different names.
Features and specifications
- Nissan Patrol VTC has equipped with Inline 6 cylinders, and a 4.8litre Petrol Engine, which produces 280 BHP.
- Nissan Patrol interior is conventional, powerful drive, performance.
- It is a 7 seaters SUV; the rear seats can be folded at the sides.
- Nissan Patrol Super Safari 2021 Price in UAE commences at 156,000 AED.
- The Nissan Patrol Super Safari is a masterpiece from Nissan. Which is popular because of its performance, power, reliability, and aggressive design.
- More perfecting of the driving experience.
- Sub fuel tank is given to increase travel distance.
- It has a winch, towing hook, and front and rear fog lights
- Manually operated rear diff-lock will assist to pull out a stuck SUV.
- New Nissan Patrol Super Safari has high angle stability, improved Gradability, and high ground clearance with increased approach and departs ramp angle.
- Power seats
- Manually controlled transfer case to meet your power requirement, 2H, 4H and 4L.
- Cool-box is available to cool your drinks and water in hot summers
- ABS, parking sensors, and HAVC are standard features.
- It comes with both Tiptronic and Manual transmissions
2021 Nissan Patrol Super Safari Engine Specs
A 4.8-liter inline 6-cylinder petrol engine TB48DE gives Nissan Patrol 280 BHP and 491 N-M of torque. Premium Unleaded fuel with a 95 Octane rating is recommended. VTC and NISC technology is used for maximum performance. Both Automatic and Manual transmissions with 5-Speed are available. This amazing SUV is capable to go anywhere in deserts, mountains, and highways. Nissan Patrol Safari and Nissan Patrol Super Safari are major variants with minor differences. The fuel tank capacity is 95 liters. It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 16.7L/100km.
Common Problems:
- Check Engine Light
- Malfunctioning of Exhaust Gas Recirculation valve
- Differential and Transfer case seals
- Hard Starting
- Abnormal noises from steering and Differentials
Airman Suspension and Skid Plate
The Beast is used mostly off-road. Air Man Suspension will give serval advantages like better control, stability in the desert at high speed, more comfort, easy handling, and increased load capacity. With the great suspension, SUV will have better brake force and obviously more safe. Another important component is the Skid plate which is installed under the engine and transmission. On dune driving, SUV will float on sand, instead of getting stuck. It will avoid rollover also. Rollover bars and facelifted bumpers are recommended for desert driving. Air compressors to inflate tires, flags for high visibility in dunes, and radio for communications and convoy are mandatory in desert adventures.
Nissan Patrol Vs Toyota Land Cruiser:
No doubt, both SUVs are best on-road as well as off-road. The performance, power, design, features, comfort, and pleasure are super in both SUVs. The depreciation rate is higher for Nissan Patrol.
The Nissan Patrol Y61 was less popular than Toyota Land Cruiser 100 series. But Y62 has competed Toyota Land Cruiser 200 series. Both SUVs are leading brands in the United Arab Emirates and GCC.
All-wheel Drive:
The Beast has a straight-line 4WD system that engages drive to all four wheels. Generally, 2H is used for highway driving. 4H and 4L is a 4×4 model which is used for off-road driving. 2H can be Shifted to 4H, while the vehicle is moving, but vehicle speed must be less than 40Km/H.
Customers Choice:
Al Rostamany is a dealer of Nissan in Dubai. Al Masood deals in Nissan in Abu Dhabi and the western region.
For cars to buy and sell, UAE sites like Yallamotors.com, khoCAR.com, bubble UAE, and car switch offer customer-friendly choices and specifications.
Want to see used cars for sale near you, visit https://khocar.com/used-cars-in-uae/Nissan
