The 2021 Nissan Navara for sale brought the biggest change to the Navara range since this model was introduced in 2015, with a new look and more technology.
All sheet metal from the windscreen forward was new, as well as the bold bumper and grille and redesigned headlights. And Nissan also spent some money on new rear fenders and tail-lights.
The interior is the same as before, but the new steering wheel and digital instrument display are welcome changes.
Given that bakkies and vans have a model lifecycle of about 10 years, this is likely the last major update to the Navara until a new generation arrives four or five years from now.
The cheapest models in the range are the flagship STX and the top-spec model is the Pro-4X.
At launch, the RRP for the Nissan Navara line-up showed prices had risen across the range and are closer to – or in excess of – newer and better-equipped rivals.
The 2021 Navara line-up has been streamlined, and now starts with the base model SL, available as a two-wheel drive cab chassis with a single turbo 2.3-litre diesel.
While the most basic Nissan Navara now comes with autonomous emergency braking it doesn’t get the full suite of advanced tech.
All models come with seven airbags (as before) and this model is eligible to carry its five-star safety rating from 2015, even though the criteria have become tougher since. Radar cruise control is not available on any model, despite the large sensor on the grille (instead it is used solely for autonomous emergency braking).
Other Nissan Navara SL models – such as the extra cab and double cab 4x4 variants – gain the twin-turbo 2.3-litre diesel fitted to the rest of the range, although power and torque remain unchanged from before at 140kW and 450Nm.
The Nissan Navara ST gains the LED headlights and tail-lights, alloy rather than steel wheels, and rear privacy glass, plus a few other features.
From the Nissan Navara ST and up, all models come with extra safety tech such as lane-keeping assistance, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot warning and a 360-degree camera.
The interior of the vehicle remains largely unchanged however a new steering wheel and digital instrument display are welcome changes.
Apple Car Play and Android Auto are part of the standard package.
The back seat retains rear air vent coverage but there’s now a USB charging port.
And Nissan is still unique among its direct rivals with a sliding rear window. And we love the Navara's adjustable tie-down points in the ute tub.
A range of new bullbars, extra lighting and other accessories have also been developed, and are ready to go.
Service intervals are 12 months or 20,000km (whichever comes first). Capped price servicing is available but wasn’t listed on the website for the updated model.
On the road
Although it looks new, the 2021 Nissan Navara drives the same as before - so opting for one of these used bakkies is close to buying a brand new one.
A lot of the updates such as acoustic glass and extra sound deadening – and revised suspension and steering – had been done in the lead-up to the arrival of the new look.
That said, while the Nissan Navara platform is starting to show its age, it’s still a relatively refined vehicle to drive.
Nissan had some examples loaded with 325kg in the tray, others had a 2000kg trailer (a little over half the 3500kg capacity).
We didn’t point the Navara at too many hills – and both loads were within the Navara’s limits – so it was no surprise it handled the tasks easily.
Previous testing of heavier loads has shown the Navara is mid-pack when comes to heavy lifting.
Verdict
The new 2021 Nissan Navara looks the business and is relatively comfortable to drive on tarmac and in the daily grind.
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Source: https://www.caradvice.com.au/
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