Nissan Patrol Review
2017-2023
The Nissan Patrol (Y62 Series) is Nissan's flagship full-size luxury 4x4 SUV in Kenya. Competing directly with the Toyota Land Cruiser 200/300 Series, the Patrol Y62 combines a commanding road presence, lavish 7/8-seater cabin room, Hydraulic Body Motion Control (HBMC) suspension, and powerful V8/V6 engines. Sourced from Japan, Dubai, or official dealership channels, landed prices range from KSh 8.5M to KSh 18.5M.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Hydraulic Body Motion Control (HBMC): Fluid-linked suspension suppresses body roll on high-speed tarmac curves while allowing maximum off-road wheel articulation.
- 140 L dual fuel tank capacity: Provides 1,000+ km long-distance cruising range across upcountry routes.
- Exceptional 273 mm ground clearance: Effortlessly traverses deep water crossings and unpaved terrain.
- Plentiful 7/8-seater cabin space: Generous legroom across all three rows with Bose 13-speaker audio.
What’s not so good
- High fuel consumption: 5.6L V8 requires budget planning for heavy daily urban stop-and-go driving (~5.5 km/L city).
- 35% KRA excise tax rate: Large displacement engines trigger maximum import duty schedules.
Most popular: Patrol 5.6 V8 Titanium / Platinum / Nismo
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At a glance
- Model
- Nissan Patrol (Y62 Series)
- Production years
- 2017–2023
- Body type
- 5-Door Heavy-Duty Luxury 4x4
- Seating capacity
- 7 or 8
- Fuel types
- Petrol (V6 & V8)
- Engine sizes
- 3,954 cc (4.0L V6) / 5,552 cc (5.6L V8)
- Transmission
- 7-Speed Automatic with Manual Mode
- Drivetrain
- ALL-MODE 4x4 with Rear Diff Lock
- Ground clearance
- 273 mm
- Source market
- Japan / Dubai (RHD JDM / Gulf Spec)
Trims & variants
- Setup
5.6L V8 (400 hp / 560 Nm), 7-speed automatic, ALL-MODE 4x4, HBMC hydraulic suspension, returning 7.2 km/L combined (5.5 city / 9.0 highway).
- Why it gets shipped
Sourced by corporate executives and political leaders seeking smooth V8 power and high-speed highway isolation.
Fuel consumption
Figures for the Patrol 5.6L V8 Titanium / Platinum (5,552 cc VK56VD). Tank: 140 L (about 1008 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 3,940 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 2,552 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 31,522
- Full tank (140 L)
- KES 31,774
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Package tiers
Patrol trim tiers range from practical SE packages to executive Platinum and performance Nismo editions.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| SE / Titanium | Executive comfort | 18/20-inch alloys, leatherette upholstery, 8-inch infotainment, remote engine start, dual-zone AC, sunroof. |
| Platinum Reserve | Flagship luxury | Quilted Nappa leather, HBMC suspension, 13-speaker Bose audio, 360 camera, rear screens, ventilated front seats. |
| Nismo | Track performance | 428 hp Takumi V8, 22-inch Rays forged wheels, Bilstein dampers, red Nismo interior accents, sports exhaust. |
About the Nissan Patrol
Kenya strictly enforces an 8-year age limit from manufacture month and right-hand drive regulations. In 2026, 2019 to 2023 Y62 models sit comfortably inside the direct import window.
Powered by a 5.6L VK56VD V8 (400 hp / 560 Nm), 4.0L VQ40DE V6 (275 hp / 394 Nm), or hand-built 428 hp Nismo V8, all engine options exceed 2,500 cc, placing the Patrol strictly in KRA's 35% excise duty tax bracket.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
