The fourth-generation Nissan Navara (D23 / NP300) marked a turning point in the mid-size pickup segment by introducing (on Double Cab versions) a 5-link coil spring rear suspension, replacing the traditional leaf springs to offer SUV-like comfort while maintaining a one-ton payload. This chassis also served as the basis for the Renault Alaskan and the Mercedes Classe X. Although the European market is almost exclusively dominated by diesel engines (2.3 dCi), the petrol version (powered by the 2.5L QR25DE block) is a fundamental pillar of the model in Latin American markets (sold under the name Frontier), the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania. This petrol engine is aimed at fleets and private individuals looking for foolproof reliability, tolerance to poor-quality fuels, and reduced maintenanc
The Nissan Navara D23 is an extremely versatile pickup that has successfully combined the capabilities of a rugged utility vehicle with the comfort of a family SUV. If you opt for the 2.5L petrol engine (QR25DE) (available as an import or in non-European markets), it is an absolute choice of reason for reliability. This engine, although thirsty and of an older design, is virtually indestructible if the oil is changed regularly, sparing you all the modern hassles associated with diesel anti-pollution systems (DPF, EGR, AdBlue). For European markets where diesel is essential, the Renault-sourced 2.3 dCi does a very decent job, provided you avoid short urban trips that inevitably clog it up.