Nissan · Navara · 2024
Nissan Navara 2.5 dCi Pro-4X AT: The Comfortable Bakkie
Nissan's independent rear suspension bakkie tested as a lifestyle vehicle and mild off-roader
8.1/10Excellent
Power
140kW
Torque
450Nm
0–100km/h
nulls
Top Speed
nullkm/h
Pros
- Most comfortable bakkie on tar roads
- 140kW/450Nm diesel delivers strong performance
- Premium Pro-4X off-road equipment
Cons
- IRS disadvantage in extreme off-road versus solid axle rivals
- Brand is less dominant than Toyota or Ford in SA
The Nissan Navara remains the only mid-size bakkie with independent rear suspension — a fact that has definitive implications for on-road ride quality. On tar, the Navara is the most comfortable bakkie available in South Africa; the ride quality approaches that of a passenger SUV. In serious off-road conditions, the IRS''s reduced articulation becomes a disadvantage versus the Hilux and D-Max''s solid rear axles.
The Verdict
The Navara Pro-4X is the bakkie for buyers who want bakkie capability in their daily routine but primarily drive on tar. If you occasionally go off-road but never venture beyond gravel roads, the Navara's comfort advantage over the Hilux is significant.
Ratings Breakdown
Exterior Design
0.7
Interior Quality
0.8
Technology
0.8
Comfort & Ride
0.9
Performance
0.8
Safety
0.8
Practicality
0.8
Value for Money
0.8
Overall8.1/10
Starting Price
R0.63M
Engine2.5L
Power140kW (188hp)
Torque450Nm
Transmissionautomatic
Drive4WD
0–100km/hnulls
Top Speednullkm/h
Fuel Typediesel
Consumption7.90L/100km