TOO Much BAD?! (2022 Nissan Patrol Review!)

The Nissan Patrol is like the annoying cousin that the Toyota Landcruiser never wanted...
But with the new Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series costing almost $50,000 more than the Nissan Patrol, should you forgive some of the issues the Patrol has and beat the waiting list too? Let's talk about that!
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[@michaeltheodorakis9473]

I’m on my second Y62. It’s a simply brilliant highway car and great around town. $1100.00 for a King Brown Cat-Back exhaust and the engine sound goes to 11……

[@bvdza1735]

I just picked up on your channel today. Loving it, please keep the honest reviews going.

[@aslkdfjhg]

I would understand if it's was a new model and they are just testing markets, but Nissan know they the patrol has always been popular in Australia for decades. It's a real kick in the teeth for them to treat us like second class customers.

[@paulgriffiths7399]

What's to complain about? There's only a few reasons you buy and keep any 4wd. It has to be comfortable.. check! It has to be reliable...check! It has to be capable off-road...check! Not to mention it's cheaper than its rival LandCruiser. More powerful. And better on fuel consumption when towing (only 200 series). Who's cares if it has outdated tech and infotainment. Go buy a Lexus or Tesla if you want futuristic

[@justsomeguywithaskateboard5754]

FACTS MAN

[@markbandara4931]

Lexus is far better than shitty Tesla.

[@ironhorse7601]

agree, VK56 has been made in one form or another since 2004. Super tough and durable.

[@lcalley89]

This a machine built for hauling and touring. I upgraded from a 2021 Prado to a 2022 Patrol, definite downgrade in technology but power, torque and comfort while towing well worth it

[@Kiwi_Dave]

Aftermarket you can black out the wood, replace the Centre console with larger infotainment screen even add an all digital instrument cluster. And still have 30k left over for Gas that you saved on buying a Landcruiser.

[@scottlarocca]

9:20 Maybe you could consider including a leaderboard-style graphic comparing 0-100 km/h times with others you've tested (such as the Landcruiser)? Hope Jacob's feeling better!

[@evrenmatique]

I second this!!

[@evrenmatique]

I second this!!

[@vaughanlynch145]

It's a great vehicle for its intended purpose. Right up there for towing... but I just couldn't get over the lack of tech and aged details. It's a real shame it didn't get the full refresh a few years ago. Toyota is now setting the market with its inflated prices, the Patrol has crept up a hood $25k with no effort put in at all 😞

[@curryman2085]

Hey Matt I was wondering if you could review the all new Toyota Corolla Cross. You will be surprised what Toyota done with the tech. Thank you

[@evrenmatique]

I hope you’re recovering from the emotional turmoil that was Jacob not showing up to work, great review btw 😂

[@redroo12]

Great review mate! Someone forgot to give Nissan the memo that its 2022! 100 grand and no apple carplay and a early 2000's screen size and graphics OMG! I drove one just after testing a new Raptor which didn't help at all. Other than that it's not a bad thing.

[@michaelhermans4753]

Even my GU has apple car play 😂 put it in last week lol

[@robertceroli3512]

0 100 is pretty quick considering it has the areo dynamic of a block of flat and probably weighs the same

[@martinsimwaka4895]

I love the v8 roaring sound of this patrol. Im yet to purchase one soonest and i will never look back

[@mobin5547]

The patrol in the middle east comes with a rear LSD and a hydraulic body motion control system that stiffens the suspension through corners and softens it in off-road conditions

[@ScottyNorth]

Same as what we get in Aus.

[@310Sole]

That is the first thing I noticed a year or so ago is the interior for the face lifted Patrol in Australia according to videos of the many Auzzie off road enthusiasts. Interior was not updated like the Armada here in North America. Nissan did Australia wrong because I think Patrols in UAE is updated on the interior front. What's up with that?

[@Ayella_256]

Definitely subscribing. My first video and I love it 🤣😅🙌

[@IsaacLoven]

Does it have active Cruse control and Auto Emergency braking?

[@Sunnyday_kkk]

Hey mate, I'm seriously considering buying the Patrol but as you rightly said, the interior is dated. You did mention in your video about the after market solutions to update the infotainment system. Can you please let us know what these options are and any recommendations?

[@Sleepy_Moon84]

The Patrol now comes standard with a new 10 inch infotainment system that supports Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

[@occckid123]

Why would you sit in thr back with the headrest down like that lol. You can also recline the 3rd row seat to make it more comfortable

[@1nando632]

I loved my first y62 so much I ordered a second one, then I cancelled the order because I just couldn't handle the idea of paying a decent chunk of money for a new TiL and Nissan not even bother putting carplay/ Android auto in their flagship vehicle.

[@prosserd]

it'll more than a decent chunk after the update... it'll be an obscene chunk

[@Stevegrande1]

@@prosserd decent after what ?? Totally depends on what Y62 he has now, in saying that he will probably get more for his current y62 then what he paid for it

[@shreckm6470]

I did exactly the same thing.

[@michaelhermans4753]

Put it in yourself, you’ll end up with a much better system than Nissan would use at a fraction of the cost

[@1nando632]

@@michaelhermans4753 your obviously new to y62 ownership. They're all shit those units, all of them!

[@ronch550]

It's a big SUV with an engine of a sports car and the cabin of a 90's luxury car.

[@DieselDave]

Not doing an offroad test and checking out all drive mode functions in one or the titans of off-road capability is unforgivable. Your opinions on the other third of the car were good.

[@samirankalitarollno.3889]

I'm falling in love with this emotion

[@yoboirg9520]

so for the infotainment system i think they are doing it this way for the right hand drive cause its a smaller market compared to the left hand drive market and to let you know i live in united arab emirates (the country that have dubai city ,and dubai is not a country too) here nissan patrols and toyota land cruisers are number 1 vehicle sold here and you can know that from just going around the streets and that is from the uae only so imagen the rest of the gcc countries

[@PhilShenton]

This exact same car (Rego) was reviewed 7 months ago. Why so long for yours?

[@ricr.4669]

the patrol front is amazing that I can stare at it forever

[@wesammansour1486]

Love the Mighty Nissan Patrol!

[@stevesymons484]

98 octane petrol is currently around 30 cents a litre cheaper than diesel making it much cheaper to run I found. And that sound🥰🥰🥰

[@simonmiller5118]

what? you are drinking the Nissan Koolaid.

[@oliverwabwire2836]

Diesels run on almost double the compression ratio: so petrol would have to be 50% cost of diesel....to compare!

[@andrewwedlake4606]

If you think it sounds good factory, you should hear it with an after market exhaust, Mandatory accessory.

[@WarmwaterBliss]

Loving the re-"brand"

[@theodociocozanitis5437]

I may be old fashion but I prefer old technology as the new cars keep braking down with the new electronics

[@Nick-sd7um]

Unless we're talking solid axle 4wds all these newer 4wds whether they be Toyota, Nissan, isuzu, Ford etc are all more or less the same save for some towing capabilities. However I wouldn't be touching a newer diesel 4wd unless I planned to rip out the EGR and DPF because there's no point owning a diesel that's got a sock stuffed down its throat that'll clog up in a couple thousand km's. Just figure out what you're using it for, price point and off you go..

[@electrikoptik]

The money you save buying this above the 300-series is just not worth it. The Patrol is just too outdated. And the fact that Nissan didn’t even bother updating the interior for the Australian marker is an extra slap in the face!

[@Stevegrande1]

For around 3k you can get an updated head unit, digital dash display, and woodgrain delete. Still 50k cheaper then a cruiser with an engine well proven

[@electrikoptik]

@@Stevegrande1 It's still an SUV from 2010 with 3k in aftermarket head unit etc and a thirsty antiquated V8. No thanks.

[@Stevegrande1]

@@electrikoptik have you owned one

[@electrikoptik]

@@Stevegrande1 We have only owned Land Cruisers. I have driven Patrols and they are a downgrade which is why they are cheaper.

[@Stevegrande1]

@@electrikoptik I had a choice of a 300 or the patrol. I opened the back door up on the cruiser and laughed at the salesman telling me how much room is in the back. The patrol shits over the cruiser for rear leg room and rear luggage with 3rd row seats up. The cruiser is still a slug compared to the patrol, and the cruiser is 50k more for the shit the cruiser has, I’d still prefer to spend 3k if I wanted and update the patrols head unit and Speedo cluster as already mentioned. Already troubles with the cruiser with injectors and engines stuttering while towing heavy loads. Each to their own but no way in hell a 300 series is worth 50k more then a patrol. I used that 50k and put towards a new merc for the wife which has also been faultless so far like the patrol has been. Euro cars shit over the lot of them, only thing with euro stuff is piss them off before the warranty’s up. That’s when they cost you money.

[@paulm5817]

its decent rig generally but it sure is soooooo outdated inside - it seriously needs an update. The v8 helps sell it and with a decent set of wheels it looks a lot better, but when a landcruiser is 150k theres not much else around so i guess they will keep selling for now

[@johnnysusedcarsokinawa]

I think I will never have one of those on my lot.

[@aaronclausen654]

Have just finished driving a 2022 S5 y62 patrol around Australia towing a caravan. I both love and hate this car, but mostly love it. I don't think I could have picked a better touring and towing rig. So much grunt, pretty great economy considering I'm 7t all up, exceptional 4wd offroad capabilities and yes roomy and comfy. The tech is absolutely horrible though and does my head in every single day. You have to click OK every day to accept some stupid agreement on the infotainment screen, maps are garbage, audio and other controls are all garbage, clunky and confusing. But it's a super tough car and I still think I picked the perfect car for our kind of trip. We felt so safe and capable at all times in this big rig. They really need to fix the interior and the tech. Maybe I'd buy a new one if they did that.

[@annasawicki3123]

What was the fuel economy like please

[@aaronclausen654]

@@annasawicki3123 between 21 and 23 litres per 100km when running on 95 or 98 RON fuel. Blew out to about 28 when I had to put 91 RON fuel in a couple of times.

[@annasawicki3123]

Thank you

[@rosewood1]

The fact is most of us 4wheel drive buyers who use them as a heavy tow vehicle or on a farm like traditional. We like switches and buttons not fumbling through stupid screens while the vehicle is bouncing around. The 70 series cruiser is proof of this. The Patrol in comparison is a luxury space ship. If it works don't change it. The Patrol has been a great reliable competent vehicle. And they are still selling well.

[@andreassibold4323]

What’s wrong with the interior like it😊

[@tempestv8]

Dampers are not "passive" as they are an integral part of Nissan's HBMC system which is now standard across the range. Previously, it was not on the ST-L spec early series Y62.

[@johncanalese588]

Actually, the HBMC system as engineered in the Patrol, is a "passive" system. It is classified as "passive" because it does not rely on electric or engine driven pumps to pressurise and control the system. It uses nitrogen charged reservoirs and accumulators in the the hydraulic circuits to counter vehicle lean through corners and then allows for full independant wheel articulation over bumps and moguls when off-road. It is a superior system to the active eKDSS in the Toyota LC300 IMHO.

[@tempestv8]

@@johncanalese588 ah OK, I now see from the explanation provided how it is "passive" - OK I stand corrected! How does HBMC compare to the 200 Series KDSS, which is another passive system?

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

we get them as a armada in the us if it was a 2 row pro 4x get over lander car camper off roader

[@grahammurphy5516]

It's a pity the Nismo version is not available in RHD

[@KillSwitchGarage]

want it so badly , sadly none for sale in eu -.-

[@shannonrussell7151]

Classic Nissan. Try to sell cars with refresh upon refresh without updating any real tech or conducting any R&D on any type of engine or cabin tech. Highlighted very early on with Matt pointing out the poor infotainment system.

[@Mambey]

Buttons are better. Touch screens blah.

[@abdoulayeissa5336]

The LC300 is expansive but is the best by far

[@alphabravo3304]

It’s not about re tooling, there’s plenty of world wide choice available in LHD, sadly Australia being one of very few countries who use RHD, we are at the mercy of manufacturers and the expensive prices for cars. More choice means more competition means cheaper prices. Australia just needs to allow left hand drive vehicles to be registered In Australia and we would not be the dumping ground for out of date tech in vehicles.

[@rababa5232]

Similar tech as last series v8 volvo xc90 , which is a joke, but had a better NA Yamaha v8 in a much lighter suv, with fuel economy of 12.5 lit/100 km , 2nd hand low Km is a fifth of the price of the Nissan with same v8 thrills(esp with exhaust mods) .

[@emergingit]

With petrol so much cheaper than diesel atm these things have become a viable proposition if you can live with that tacky dated look inside and out. If you want luxury for less look at the Ford Everest Platinum V6.

[@wissamzrek6249]

Its just in Australia You have the old version of Nissan Patrol i believe that from nissan Australia dealership because since 2020 middle east Gulf countries like UAE or QATAR or saudi arabia nissan Patrol has been changed this old dashboard to more bigger color screen and the screen in the console aslo changed to 12 inc screen i think the nissan dealership in Australia sell it as a 2022 model and actually its 2019 OMG 😲😱

[@covo71]

Always hear about the fuel economy not matching the land cruiser but it is never mentioned it is 40 to 50c cheaper for unleaded as to diesel.

[@emergingit]

At the moment the price of petrol means the cost to refill is way cheaper for the Patrol. A diesel Landcruiser will win the range contest by a long way though.

[@Deatomizer]

The 300 Series has a very plasticy cheap interior but the Patrol doesn't look much better in my opinion. My worry is the Renault side of Nissan.

[@robertceroli3512]

Yeh I know what you mean Renault shreds reliability but to be fair Renault hasn't stuck its beak in the patrol

[@ironhorse7601]

Exactly, Renault would not know what this thing is! Renault is Europe focused, much smaller vehicles. This thing never sold in Europe.

[@carrisasteveinnes1596]

I've got the 2018 Ti-L with over 400,000 Km on it by now. The V8 is perfect for towing and cruising and is very well worn in. Perfect for cruising the highways and boulevards, when not under strict armed lockdown and suppression of civil liberties and commerce, of the Totalitarian, Marxist paradise of Danistan. This beauty should be a hit in Communist Canada and irrelevant little New Zealand too, where they have totally lost their tiny minds. And they all voted for the disasters that now befall them. But at east they can vote to buy this truck...

[@tashriquekarriem8865]

Considering the fuel consumption this is more like the nissan petrol.

[@Jake-cq2ug]

My name is Jakob and I actually have the flu I thought I was tripping out haha

[@maicalvlad6765]

I prefer older car interiors, and I hate modern large screens. Just a personal choice, but this outgoing interior design is classier and more unique than the refreshed one, which is just a generic tablet stuck on the dashboard.

[@catherineescol7852]

Worth Every Dollar you Pay, The Jeep Brand and Land Rover are excellent and phenomenal but A bit Pricey . PATROL is great for its Price

[@VoyagerAesthetics]

I honestly hate the interior so much, even after the updated armada one.

[@mushtaqalikhatri9234]

Nice love Nissan

[@Mr2pint]

Yes great vehicle but running this beast in NZ on high octane fule is just nuts expensive 🤣

[@dominickmiecik9549]

very old agli 2022 nissan patrol y62 v8 petrol 95 octane

[@pieterniemandt1098]

To me personally there are only two vehicles on this planet. My Volkswagen as a car,and Toyota as a pickup.

[@Rabs73]

I've had mine for nearly 6 years and the interior wasn't good enough then! Good car otherwise though.

[@cyclemoto8744]

I think the new Everest will give the Patrol a run for its money if the buyer doesn't need to tow 3.5T. I'm personally over the Toyota tax compounded by supply demand issues which they're playing a game with. I was looking at the Patrol for my landcruiser replacement but new everest is now more compelling as I don't tow 3.5T and prefer the fuel efficiency of the Ford V6 diesel compared to the Patrol V8. Thanks for the content.

[@carrisasteveinnes1596]

The diesel is very good for towing but no so much for cruising. I've managed to get my Y62 to consistently under 10L/100Km for a mix of street and highway travel and about 8L/100Km for highway only. That's not bad. That's Kia Sorento/Hyundai Santa Fe economy.

[@cyclemoto8744]

@@carrisasteveinnes1596 what type of tyres do you have? Cheers

[@bitzel]

@@carrisasteveinnes1596 bullshit

[@muhammadhasnatsaeed4052]

Come to middle east we will show yoi our patrol my boy 💀

[@tungstencarbide7255]

I, too loathe manufacturers who put no effort. Nissan with a better interior and a Diesel engine borrowed from BMW would’ve had a winner here.

[@bradcollin7071]

styling and tech straight from the 80's

[@haeveen8255]

Man from 2023, By comparing the 2022 version and 2023 the Patrol improved a bit. When it comes to off road capabilities 2022 Nissan Patrol smokes Toyota Land Cruiser 200 by a huge margin. I've seen a lot of videos comparing the off road capabilities and other stuff, this beast is much cheaper than its rival and better in performance.

[@haeveen8255]

Toyota Landcruiser 2022 is the worst land cruiser ever, imagine getting hands on it and getting smoke by the Nissan Patrol 2014 on Offroad.

[@gregingham2761]

A great vehicle

[@Truthfulnerd]

9:18 Jacob fisting from his death bed.

[@CarSauce]

He will never not fist 🤛

[@johncanalese588]

Mate, you clearly didn't do your homework or drive the Y62 long enough to experience, learn and appreciate how the HBMC system works. The 3T beast does NOT lean or wallow any where near you'd expect it to. When you get enough drive time you will notice an initial lean into a corner then the vehicle will stay flat as the far side HMBC linked dampers load-up under weight load. It is kinda weird at first because you expect the car to keep rolling over - but it doesn't. It is a far superior system to Toyota's eKDSS IMHO and being fully passive should ultimately be more reliable. yes, I own a MY22 Y62 Ti for last 3 months.

[@ScottyNorth]

Agreed. I had a 200 with KDSS and our patrol will outcorner that anytime, anywhere. It def sits flatter than the cruiser.

[@s3odozz470]

In the left hand market it’s perfectly priced, that model you reviewed with the 4.0 V6 with 275HP costs around 200,000 Saudi riyals which is around 53,000USD or 78,000AUD which is way cheaper than the new Land Cruiser. Maybe their profit from the Australian market allows them to price the middle eastern models at that price 😂 great video

[@hithummah]

Nissan should just offer a diesel version

[@jedsute]

ah the comment section never disappoints... i think i'll go drive my TiL now :)

[@Andy_M986]

Can't beat the sound of a growling V8.

[@samuelbaker6542]

I own a series 5 TIL. It’s 100% grouse!!

[@daviddyson7359]

We call it the Nissan PETROL. Because that’s the biggest issue with it.

[@user-vr2yr1qx5t]

It is a disappointing element to have switched to a luxury route. I can understand that they took in opinions from the Middle East, but I think the original appearance is different.

[@allan1837]

i have owned patrols for the last 30 years and am due to update again...... but will NOT be getting another one.......... still no diesel.. still no manual ..still no barn doors...still that same ugly back end...

[@OzBloke]

Outdated is good in my opinion……..too much unreliable unnecessary tech in modern cars for my liking. KISS. 😎

[@mcboully]

Bit late with the review by a year. What happened?

[@CarSauce]

I reviewed a similar one a year ago

[@Swaggerlot]

Over-sized shopping trolleys for the cosmetically focused mums.

[@SirKGuido]

Look at the play in the seats just from a little push of the hand how is that good build quality? They'd be moving everywhere with acceleration and breaking... 😳

[@NoChannelChannel]

Need to win the lottery to be able to afford the fuel with current global warming prices.

[@andreassibold4323]

What’s wrong with the Interior i like it 😊

[@doobresick]

It’s permanent 4wd…! Wtf are you talking about

[@stevenstjohn6681]

looks like the car out of national lampoons vacation

[@h1ghcool1992]

GCC edition is much better from outside and inside

[@zzzak666]

If it aint broke don't fix it.

[@timmulcahy5982]

It wouldn’t matter if Nissan actually brought out a decent car that was superior to the competition. I would never ever own another Nissan (yes I have owned several) as long as I live. Nissan are the most reprehensible bunch of liars I have ever had the misfortune of dealing with. They might as well advertise the fact that they might as well offer no warranty as they argue every single claim and screw you around for years on end. The final solution for me was to sell all three of the pieces of crap and buy different brands. Never ever again!

[@PradoKakadu]

9 news said last week it was the most expensive car to own at over $500 a week. You'd have to be completely insane to buy one!

[@davidcockburn370]

How Did They Get $500 Dollars a Week ?? I Own One a Series 1 and Probably Use $60 to $80 a Week in Fuel at $2.28 cents 98 Fuel These Car.s hold There Valve Better Than a Ford !!

[@stevepearce6689]

@@davidcockburn370 huge depreciation ,servicing , tyres, 20 litres per hundred around town etc etc

[@davidcockburn370]

I Don't No Where 9 News Gets There info About The Y62 But around Town Non Towing 14 /100 to 15/100 Litres Driving around Melbourne And On The Highway Better Stop Starting traffic Affects Cars Fuel Usage Heaps l Have Seen My Old Ford Territory Ghia Read 18 /100 Driving in Stop Start Traffic and That is a 6 Cylinder Standerd Car and On The Highway Back Down To 11.5 /100 litres Per 100 and Servicing I Go. to Offtrack and every 5000 KMs Change The Oil Which is Double The Recommend Service and Tyres l Get 40000 to 50000 KMs a Set So 9 News Didnt Do There Homework Too Much l.Think Should off Spoke to A Few Y 62 Owners To Get a Few Facts Of Real Life Useage of The Y 62 and lam Not Expert !! Just a Normal Driver Who Has One What a Expensive Vechile To Own Mantaince Wise What l.Read Try a VW Amarok !! Ohccc

[@andgate2000]

One of the thirstiest things on the road.

[@m.a6416]

How is this video 2 weeks old. The interior got an entire change a year ago

[@Blingbling820]

Nissan haven’t made anything exciting since the skylines of the 90s. I don’t know why they are making such mundane, powerless cars with boring interiors and no soul. Nissan are being left behind by almost every other car manufacturer!

[@darcykeddell4930]

Could say the same of toyota

[@falchoon]

@@darcykeddell4930 Yes and no, at least Toyota are knocking out some decent cars via Lexus, Nissan's Infiniti range is boring in comparison.

[@darcykeddell4930]

@@falchoon both are boring but lexus and infiniti are nice cars not my cup of tea

[@leosheppard8517]

Even the King of mediocrity has apple car play.

[@CelticKnight2004]

$110k for a 10YR OLD CAR! lol nissan so outta touch!!

[@sethkyejo]

its Nissan review. Leave the toyota alone.

[@LB-xo5so]

Mate you must have nissan dk in your mouth cause they do not have have any orders to fulfill and also they are same playing bad tactics

[@harleyboyd1963]

7- 8month wait actually!

[@Stevegrande1]

You must have one in each hand cause you couldn’t be that stupid making a comment like that before you actually found out first yourself as the waiting list is currently around 8 months or more for Ti or TiL patrol.

[@darcykeddell4930]

lol is that why y62s outnumber cruisers everywhere i go?

[@GT3.00]

Dumbest description ever. Landcruisers annoying cousin? The Patrol is arguably better even though it´s still on the 15year old platform. And much cheaper as well.