Nissan Navara pick-up review - CarBuyer

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Developed alongside the seven-seater NIssan Pathfinder SUV the recently facelifted Nissan Navara is a tough vehicle that has a large load bay, four seats plus serious off road capability, allowing it to be used as a large family car or trusty workhorse. Strong diesel engines suit the big Navara both in 2.5-litre, 190bhp and 3.0-litre, 230bhp variants, providing lusty performance and plenty of low down grunt. The performance comes at a price however, as even the most efficient model struggles to return more than 30mpg and are quite noisy. Offered in Acenta King Cab spec with small rear-hinged doors and a rear bench or Tekna and Outlaw Double Cab format with full-size, foor-door, four-seat layout, the Navara is very practical and is well made. The four-wheel-drive system includes a low-range set of gear ratios for serious mud-plugging and when more economical progress is preferred the Navara can also run in two-wheel-drive mode.
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[@brianenwude5722]

I don't work on a construction site...I just want a car like this for the fun of it!

[@G4RY1159]

Did you ever invest in one ?

[@Thatguycj1994]

I did Gary

[@darrenreilly1007]

​@@Thatguycj1994would u recommend

[@fabulousdick]

​@@Thatguycj1994was it a good investment?

[@pedrof830]

yes you are correct, I forgot about that show, but she should be on TV, knows her stuff and is pleasant to boot!

[@Stonebird13]

i had navara 2006 for 7 years its great pickup truck and it used 32m/g only 1 down side i found was 4x4 mode but it was in 2006 model hope new models are better, love this truck good job nissan

[@pedrof830]

In America we just lost our last "small" truck the Ranger, if anyone enters this market with a small truck, they will do very well, lot of folks don't need a full size gas guzzler to make deliveries or clean pools!

[@jammiejamie96]

"...for when it gets really tough" *drives down muddy lane*

[@2011efijy]

After Owning a 2014 Plated STX 550 since March 2014, and now 7,000Kms; I can't fault it, mine anyway. After the first off-road adventure I had fallen in LOVE. This is the 2.2 or 2.3 Family car of 2014 here in North Queensland, Australia anyway. PS. I have yet to need the electronic heated front seats, lol, never get's cold enough. If on a dirt track or the open highway this vehicle is a real joy to drive, even let the wife drive it sometimes! So reliable, great 615km tank range and plenty of room in the tray for almost anything, and the movable tie-downs with 5 rails to choose from is a dream for securing any load. Recommend the Soft Torn cover, only because it can be fully removed easy and folds down making it easy to open up the tray if needed for them big objects. Even on hot days, the Ute's cab cools quickly to the temperature you have set for the cab. Nissan Dealer was helpful.

[@madmonksmekshop]

Great review, thanks, will probably buy one!

[@bigdoggy6650]

The greatest pickup ever

[@pedrof830]

She has improved tremendously since those earlier reviews.

[@puffpuff5336]

I am a simple man, I see a beautiful woman I click

[@antolimakrov5925]

Gay

[@sreyasdesai4865]

me too

[@AhmedHaji72]

80% of the comments talking about the girl being hot 😂 20% tellinh her thats not off road 😂

[@SnikB]

Good truck I’ve had one for a few years there definitely good for work

[@G4RY1159]

Any helpful negatives ? I'm looking at them now and a friend of mine has one, they do tick a lot of boxes but still keep reading some horror stories that make me nervous

[@SnikB]

Depends how you treat it. I’ve always services mine.

[@Pashka007]

2:29 that's some really tough offroading there..

[@goru426]

I love Rebecca, she improved her reviews in every way!

[@FucKbotyyy]

Came for the car review and totally fell in love with her.. Maaan... I love that british accent too

[@KanishQQuotes]

love her accent how she says "here here and here" I go crazy

[@TheIceMurder2]

Navara is such an awesome name. Think I'm gonna name my daughter that.

[@benmmm7359]

My brother in law did that! (Although it is spelled Nevarra, it sounds the same)

[@G4RY1159]

And did you ?

[@sckl8585]

Nirvana

[@thejesser501]

My 2010 Nissan truck extended cab isn't meant to go fast around the corners, especially a 4X4! I fit my thin rope for my cargo tie down in that small storage compartment above the glove compartment, not a water bottle. LOL Trucks are for hauling items and occasional passengers. If you want to have fun around the corners in a sports performance truck, try a Toyota Tacoma X-Runner.

[@syedsalalilyas5465]

Why is she so rough & quick with demonstrating everything? Opening slam closing stuff

[@f100storys8]

You can't just switch while driving from 4lo to 2wd. You have to stop first. Press the clutch in, put it in neutral and than switch from 4lo to 4wd to 2wd. This might be different in this new navara but in my dad his navara which is a bit older this is the way to do it. I don't see any reason why it might be different though..

[@cainele2010]

it is all electronic now, you can do i when you want, also if you go over 40km/h the central diff it will anutomatic unlock so you don't tear it to pieces

[@04smallmj]

It's a facelift, it just has a new bumper and grille (apparently). We've had these for years in the UK.

[@moglijp]

Wow I didn´t know that you can switch from 2wd or 4hi to 4lo whitout stoping the truck.

[@BeCars100]

Hey guys, its difficult to make these video's. I think she's doing a great job.

[@markfox1545]

Why do you believe that apostrophes play a part in plurals?

[@seinsmeld13]

Ya I love when she says, and here, here, here. Or its got good spec, and forwards. Translation for you Yanks and fellow Hosers, specifications and forward. Good thing they air Coronation Street and East Enders here in Canada otherwise I would have a hard time with half of what she says like boot, lori, bonnet, fortnight, bobby, old beal etc. etc. I love it.

[@Dymundback]

The Interactive Transcript video feature is pretty hilarious. :P

[@pedrof830]

If she were to join Top Gear, the ratings would be out of this world!

[@allesreshan8100]

you helped me buy this truck thank you

[@leonidastsouris2557]

They are ok off road but I wouldn’t say great , iv had a few Nevaras as work cars , and at the same time iv had a Land Rover td5 130 and a p38 Range Rover , this week I went to my local beach in wilbinga north of Perth Western Australia , even tho my navara has a 2 inch lift kit and bigger wheels , it struggled on super low tyre pressure of 10psi , the areas of steep boggy sand that the 130 and p38 walked up the navara needed multiple runs at speed to reach , I think a full coil spring or air suspension due to better wheel articulation is the total difference

[@cesaugusto108]

In Brazil, it is called Nissan Frontier.

[@GrotrianSeiler]

I could care less about the car, but I watched the video anyway. That's saying a lot. Thank you Rebecca.

[@wtrdogg20]

Not a bad pick up truck, but I know it performance in real off roading is not better than what you can get from an L200, a Hilux, Amarok or D-Max. BTW, I really love to see Rebecca doing the reviews.

[@lownyoul]

Review the Mitsubishi L200 Triton

[@nigelmccure6640]

right here in Canada it's called the Frontier

[@Fertro]

Somebody I know has the locking cover for the tray, and it doesn't actually seal. Dust and mud gets in there, and clogs the lifting mechanism somewhat. I wouldn't mind the new 550Nm Diesels they have, though.

[@Fertro]

Somebody I knew had their Navara's engine blow up. Not something you expected from a 6-month of machine.

[@watannen]

You may be right about all these and about the fact that Renault may be responsible for the oil consumption, unless that happens due to the turbine, in which case they are not. Be aware of the fact that Renault doesn't build none of the transmission (Nissan), radiator, engine mounts, alternator and A/C. They have suppliers who build all these parts for them. They don't actually do it.Don't know about the timing chain though. I'm not trying to take Renault's side by any means, i'm just saying.

[@datrumate7375]

Nissan seems to be more intreseted in North America with this pickup, cause here, especialy in the U.S. and Canada, its called the Nissan Frontier, we get a more luxurious like interrior, a Pro-4X model which is the highest-end midsize sports pickup, and even Suzuki offers thier own version exclusively for the United States and Canadian markets.

[@B8ull]

The only problem with the Navara is the back. There is a gap between the door and luggage department so if you're hauling rocks or wood they will get stuck in there.

[@thelastgood1forever]

SUV stands for sport utility vehicle. I'm pretty sure this little nissan is a sporty utility vehicle, so please don't insult Rebecca for using terms to their proper meanings

[@quadrunner2124]

I can really tell I'm American when she talks about only getting 30 mpg in this SUV with a massive storage space in the back.

[@arod8596]

30 kilometers idiot

[@quadrunner2124]

She literally said mpg in a British accent bud. They are the reason America uses units like miles and gallons and they still use the units where they've been grandfathered in to the best of my knowledge.

[@cacasplat3]

Guys in the top comments are arguing about fuel prices......i still don't know which car is being reviews in the vid......DAMN! she's hot!

[@jermainerobinson7098]

She can review my car anytime 😉 great review thanks.

[@jonny2k100]

The only problem I have with the Navara is how loud they all seem to be, if you've ever been up close to a bus on a really hot day then you'll be familiar with the loud hoovering sound of the cooling fans running, which is something which seems to happen in the Navara all the time, which is just unnecessary.

[@creative_expressionproductions]

Not sure what you're talking about here...mine idles as quiet as a petrol when she is all warmed up..

[@Alonso1627]

we need a episode of the VW AMAROk !

[@mbb05jb]

my thoughts exactly

[@NNYCON]

Thaks for the review.

[@nO_d3N1AL]

"It sounds like a truck" quite event at the end

[@MrDodgedollar]

Unless you go for the 3.0 litre version... Certainly dearer, but the difference is.. Let me see.. Like difference between the Royal family, and "The Royale Family"

[@ArturoPerez-si2xk]

This is more for commercial propose, but if you want to take your whole family in there better choice is the Nissan Pathfinder

[@insidertrading1]

F150 and Ram aren't available in the UK and those are full size, the Navaro is mid size, not same class; Shogun, Amarok...

[@reverendbluejeans1748]

Driving a stick is a pain. I have to slightly lean forwards to change gear.

[@wyunaboy]

the scariest part owing a truck with a sun roof is that you cannot really go into a building construction site because if a brick falls into the roof of your truck, it will go straight into your head! duh..what did Nissan people thinking?

[@robertdrinkall8947]

Very well presented.

[@sobefobik]

I wish here in America that manual transmissions were more widely available. It's becoming a chore anymore to find a manual transmission at all, even in sports cars. That same model in the US probably would not be available in a 5-speed. Too bad...maybe I'll move to the UK.

[@sobefobik]

David Steel Does laziness also prevent you from driving to the dentist to fix your teeth?

[@silasdkdkdkdk]

i agree with david.. but DANG! that comeback!

[@darrennaylor777]

Had my 12 mths paid 15k 34000 0n clock now done 44000. Work done in that time includes rear leaf springs replaced,prop shaft oil seal replaced,front disk and pads,bottom front shocker bushes replaced,cost of £1500 Serving is expensive and returns 25 mile around town Disappointed with the repair n servicing side it has required in 12 mths. Bought from a reputable so called nissan dealer.

[@nathanreid2974]

love their videos very informative

[@funktherules]

It's a Navara and the number plate sort of says Navra. That's authentic.

[@manoman0]

I wasn't that precise when using the term "ignoramus", it's 3rd person pl. but then again, I think you caught the idea since I consider you smart enough.

[@realaussiemale567]

It’s sounds like a lorry or a bus, because it’s a bloody diesel! If she closes the sunroof she’d block out 80% of the road noise🤣

[@globalcomsur]

Beautiful video .like it.

[@manoman0]

So, yes, I do somewhat understand your comment, but, as I said, you must understand WHY things are why they are (or were). Besides that, europeans make quite big engines as well; I just remind you of the V12s from BMW, RR, Bentley, Mercedes. It's not like europeans are any more sensible.

[@juschill7]

You guys need to check out "Rebecca the Petrol Head" She is all "grown-up" since joining Car Buyer

[@UKevolutionUK]

A UK gallon is approx 4.54 litres, a US gallon in 3.78 litres, so it'll be around the 25 US MPG? but still more than those big gas guzzlers, hope this helps

[@pedrof830]

It's huge compared to what it used to be, no more 4 cyl engines either!

[@germ321]

It was really annoying where after every few sentences, they had to switch to a short clip of the truck driving pass. It made the whole thing awkward.

[@gunjarblastowitz9430]

People in my country (trinidad) buy pickups and never use them for their real use

[@triniexile2405]

lol Trini people eh, hmm

[@appelpower1]

People in my country (the Netherlands, but it could be anywhere in Europe) bought SUV's and never used them for what they were originally intended to do. So companies started to make SUV's that couldn't even fulfil their original use in the first place. That is why we have crossovers :(

[@TriniR6rider_]

andreas henry im one of those people

[@superfr1k1]

Same thing in South Africa...

[@215alessio]

comparing it with a volkswagen? How low can you go? NISSAN is much stronger and reliable, you have a nissan that's already a statement versus an amarok that is no fish nor meat

[@visarshllaku]

Best review so far.

[@W4NKER]

Nice plate👌 N4VRA

[@enriqueflimberger]

We call it Frontier here in Brasil.

[@NikiDaDude]

I want to point out that the Navara now has a whopping 3 stars on the Euro NCAP test, it used to have half a star before (adult occupant test). Oh and that is a very cocky number plate.

[@Takeshiii]

what a beauty

[@thomasmckonigal4191]

Anyone else notice the gear stick move when she started the engine?

[@RBPD92]

This fits in you...

[@boy638]

please review the new Ford Ranger as well!

[@LabibsOfficialSciencePage]

Why was it raining in the car at 1:25??? special feature??

[@m18ms44]

Labib's Official Science Page Come on don't be stupid, obviously it was the rain outside the car

[@a.g.9847]

Listen to that diesel engine at 4:25

[@TheLPFTW]

+Alex chemistry Thats the sound i love with the nissan navara/king cab :D

[@YOCOSMINMAX16]

What`s wrong?

[@revampted]

Rebecca Jackson need a big american truck. Carbuyer needs to review the Ford Raptor F-150

[@Felix96xy]

I expected to see glove box #3

[@danyellhenrique]

I don't care what people will say, I just love watching Rebecca's reviews....

[@helenaki8]

4:23 - 2nd or 3rd gear start?

[@ahmadsadi1]

Giorgos Panas I think you are right From the engine sound

[@flaminrota]

who gives a fuck about bottle storage when you bought a shitbox with well known timing chain issues, keeps me in a job.

[@jasontholen]

Do like the videos. Really like look of Navarra. Could you please do review on Pathfinder. Know its based on Navarra platform, but expect it to handle and sound different

[@markfox1545]

Why can't you spell Navara correctly when it's in the title?

[@nduthiguy2881]

I definitely didn't hear anything she had to say about the truck..

[@BlackRacer799]

Yup :D i respect that !

[@nosv2010]

Please make a revew of Amarock.........

[@waticala3000]

Please do an Amarok review!!!

[@greengreensio]

so this ute is perfect? no negative about it?

[@LegacyIvyTerascale]

who would want a SunRoof on a Truck and review on Public Road for a 4X4 with Ground Clearence ?

[@04smallmj]

Doesn't Toyota still sell the tacoma? The single cab versions are pretty small.

[@mariosangelopoulos7680]

suv ?

[@pooface109]

that is the best most epic car in the world

[@bounceeer]

why is the internet full of people that just need to remind others what they dont have? and besides that, how the hell do you know that he doesnt have a gf? the fact that i have a gf doesnt make me blind and deaf, i still see other women and i still like them as much as i did without a girlfriend. so stop complaining and dont act like you didnt click on the video because of her.

[@iAutogenius]

You and Mat should be on Top gear UK and replace Jeremy and James, Richard can stay with you guys!

Lmao "you can change the gear system to 4x4 for when it gets tough" slowly drives along dirt road

[@travistohtoh7436]

PLEEEEAAASE do a review for the Toyota Hilux

[@MrAcewish]

Agree !

[@LethalGamingYabbo]

I Want Rebecca to review a hilux, a dmax or any pickups something..

[@daniell4227]

Did anyone notice the number plate saying navara

[@BaronGerman]

I want to see the Volkswagen Amarok!:)

[@GeorgeLupica]

Capable though the Navara is, it was a huge let down to see the limited interior space. Not how she didn't mention her usual "I'm small but there's loads of room". To put things into perspective, I got out of the Navara and sat in the Qashqai crossover and it felt enormous.

[@michaelkennedy8573]

Nice if it had a straight 6 diesel