Nissan New Zealand has confirmed local customers can now register their interest for the all-new Y63 Patrol, with the next-generation flagship 4WD scheduled to arrive in showrooms across New Zealand in the first quarter of 2027.

The all-new Patrol brings a range of firsts to the nameplate across powertrain, chassis, driver assistance, comfort and in-cabin technology. 

For the first time, Patrol is powered by a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine that builds on the brand's renowned GT-R engineering expertise. Producing 317kW and 700Nm, it is paired with a new nine-speed automatic transmission. The new powertrain delivers 19kW more power, sharper response and 140Nm more torque than its predecessor. Peak torque is also available earlier in the rev range, delivering stronger performance in everyday driving, towing and off-road conditions.

Drawing on technology developed for Nissan's ground-breaking GT-R, the Patrol’s 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 also incorporates a 'scavenge' oil pump to maintain consistent engine lubrication during extreme off-road driving, including steep inclines and off-camber terrain.

“For decades, the Patrol has been a symbol of go-anywhere capability and trust, and it holds a special place with Kiwi customers. The all-new Y63 Patrol honours that heritage while taking a significant leap forward. More powerful, more polished and more capable than ever before, we can't wait to put it in our customers' hands early next year.” said Steve Milette, Managing Director, Nissan Oceania.

75 Years of Patrol globally

Since launching in Japan in 1951, the Patrol has earned a reputation as one of the toughest and most dependable 4×4 vehicles ever built, carrying generations of customers across some of the harshest terrain on earth.

In Oceania, the Patrol has become an enduring fixture of the bush, the worksite and the family driveway alike – trusted for its reliability, durability and ability to go where few other vehicles can.

The Y63 Patrol builds on that 75-year foundation with a comprehensive step forward in performance, technology and comfort, introducing an extensive list of new features.

Select models will offer Adaptive Air Suspension for the first time. Paired with Nissan's newly available Intelligent Dynamic Damping (e-Damper technology), which continuously adjusts to changing road and terrain conditions, the system enables the vehicle to raise or lower its ride height to suit the driving environment.

In Off-Road Mode, Adaptive Air Suspension increases ride height to improve approach, break-over and departure angles, helping drivers tackle challenging terrain with greater confidence. When the transmission is shifted into Park, the system can lower the vehicle making entry, exit and cargo loading easier.

On the highway, Adaptive Air suspension automatically lowers at speeds above 90km/h and raises again at speeds below 70km/h in order to support fuel economy and aid cruising comfort.

The Y63 retains body-on-frame construction, preserving off-road capability with 244mm of ground clearance. Changes include new suspension geometry, enlarged dimensions, along with the ability to support sophisticated assisted driving technology, electric power steering, and possibly electrified powertrains in future. 

Nissan has introduced a second generation of HBMC handling system, rather than reverting to conventional anti-roll bars sometimes found in this class. The core principle remains — using hydraulically linked dampers to control body roll — but the system has been retuned for the Y63’s updated suspension geometry, mass, and dimensions.

In a first for the Patrol and the 4WD market segment, select models will offer Biometric Cooling, which intelligently monitors passengers’ temperatures upon entry and automatically adjusts climate control settings to help set up a comfortable and cool cabin environment.

Another first: select variants of the all-new Patrol will feature massage functionality for front seats, adding a new level of long-distance comfort to the flagship and underlining its premium positioning. First and second-row passengers are treated to 'zero-gravity' seats, which ensure optimal posture and support enhanced comfort during long journeys.

The new Patrol features a monolith information display that anchors the cabin, presenting infotainment, navigation, vehicle and connectivity information. On select grades, the display features dual 14.3-inch screens.

A Head-Up Display features on select grades of Patrol for the first time, projecting key information into the driver’s line of sight so essential details can be read without looking away from the road.

Also for the first time, select variants of Patrol will be available with a 12-speaker Klipsch premium audio system, engineered and tuned exclusively to deliver an immersive, high-fidelity sound experience. Developed in collaboration with Panasonic Automotive, the Klipsch sound system delivers rich, detailed audio through a 12-channel, 600-watt amplifier. Tuned specifically for the Patrol by Klipsch and Panasonic engineers, the system reproduces every frequency with precision, from crisp highs to resonant lows, to create the depth and impact of a live performance.