Nissan has just introduced a mid-cycle refresh of its Navara nameplate. While it’s not the all-new model that many have been thinking of, it does bring a host of improvements, chief of which is a new range-topping trim called the Pro-4X.
Old vs new (front): Nissan Navara
It’s been six years since the current generation broke cover after all, and the last major update was in 2018 that saw the addition of the Nissan Intelligent Mobility safety suite. Placing the new Navara pickup side by side with the old, let’s see how it stacks up against the outgoing model.
2021 Nissan Navara Old vs New: Exterior
Compared with the old versions, the Nissan Navara 2016 for sale, for example, the new Navara’s fascia is graced by a bigger and redesigned grate, flanked on either side by 3D trim pieces in an altered version of the trademark V-motion grille.
The leading edge of the muscular hood brings a prominent chrome trim stamped with the Navara branding, completing a look that resembles the U.S.-market Titan truck.
Old vs new (exterior): Nissan Navara
Sharper LED daytime running lights surround the revamped headlamps, which now sport a quadrant pattern. The fog lamps have been moved higher along the front bumper on vertical housings, and the black contrast skid plate with trim pieces gives off a more offroad-oriented appearance.
Revised headlamps and DRLs light the way for the new Navara
Along the sides, the 2021 Nissan Navara retains the profile of the old, including the beltline that rises just before the C-pillar. At the rear, there’s a new sculpted tailgate paired with revised LED taillamp clusters on top of a redesigned bumper. The Pro-4X adds visual muscle with extra body cladding on the wheel arches.
Six-spoke two-tone alloy wheels are a new option on the regular variants, which are completely blacked out on the Pro-4X with all-terrain tires. Curiously, the refreshed pickup doesn’t carry Nissan’s new corporate logo yet.
A redesigned rear bumper makes it easier to load cargo
2021 Nissan Navara Old vs New: Interior
Inside, fans and owners of the current Nissan Navara can easily find their way around, since the new model largely retains the previous layout. There’s a sportier feel with the addition of a three-spoke steering wheel normally found on Nissan’s passenger cars.
Room for up to five passengers remains the same, with the Pro-4X carrying textured leather seats featuring orange contrast stitching.
Old vs new (interior): Nissan Navara
2021 Nissan Navara Old vs New: Tech & Safety
Drivers take command of a bigger 7-inch multi-information display on the instrument cluster, with an upgraded menu of onboard settings. Increased soundproofing complements the laminated front windows and windshield, the better for occupants to appreciate the sounds coming from the 8-inch infotainment system.
The new Navara still comes with Nissan Intelligent Mobility, now with additional features such as Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Intelligent Emergency Braking.
The standard Intelligent Around View Monitor now has an off-road monitor, that scans the surroundings for obstacles when the vehicle is crawling in four-wheel-drive mode.
Old vs new (gauge cluster): Nissan Navara
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2021 Nissan Navara Old vs New: Powertrain
The current Navara uses a 2.5L turbodiesel engine with two states of tune: 161 hp and 403 Nm of torque on the base and mid-range variants, while the top-spec trim benefits from 187 hp and 450 Nm of torque.
The new Navara retains this setup, while select markets get a smaller 2.3L twin-turbo diesel that produces the higher output. A 6-speed manual and 7-speed automatic are standard.
The new Navara still offers the same 2.5L turbodiesel as the outgoing model
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Under the sheet metal, Nissan claims to have reinforced the rear axle on the new Navara for increased payload capacity, coupled with added cargo bed volume. Low-speed maneuverability has also been bumped up, thanks to a revised steering rack.
The refreshed Nissan Navara goes on sale in the Thai market by December 2020 following its upcoming debut, with other markets to follow next year. Here’s hoping that the Philippines brings in the new Navara sooner rather than later.
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Know more about Nissan Navara 2024
The Nissan Navara is a pickup truck that is available in the Philippines. Nissan Navara 2025 Philippines price starting from Php 1,115,000 to Php 1,865,000. This price range is covered within the truck's nine variants, with the PRO-4X as the most expensive Navara. Under the hood, the Japanese pickup is powered by a 2.5-liter YD25DDTi inline-4 DOHC turbodiesel engine. Depending on the variant, the horsepower ranges from 161 to 190, while the torque in newton meters varies from 403 to 450. Either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed automatic transmission is paired to the engine.
Dimensions-wise, the Navara spans 5,260 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,855 mm in height, with the wheelbase rated at 3,150 mm. In addition, the bed dimensions (L x W x H x H) are 1,470 mm long, 1,495 mm wide, and 470 mm and 520 mm in height. Locally, this pickup truck competes against the likes of the Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, and Mitsubishi Strada.
Nissan Navara Launch
The Nissan Navara got its name from a region in Northern Spain, the Navarre. Its first-generation model was released in 1997 and got a facelift in 2000, while the second generation was unveiled in 2004 featuring a redesigned compact body with the Nissan F-Alpha platform.
And now, Nissan Philippines introduced the facelifted model of the third-generation model of the midsize pickup truck this 2025. The Japanese carmaker adds the new top-of-the-line variant called PRO-4X which comes with exclusive exterior and interior details that can separate it from its competitors in terms of styling. Nissan's truck currently competes against the Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Ford Ranger, among others.
Nissan Navara Exterior
The biggest visual change on the 2025 Navara is found on the front end. It gains a larger grille, a more angular front bumper, and a new pair of quad LED headlights. Looking at the new front end, especially on the top-spec Pro-4X, reminds us of the Nissan Titan for the American market. Other front fascia changes include the new headlamps are the new, daytime running lamps, which assume a futuristic, angular design
2025 Nissan Navara facelift
Moving on towards the rear, the midsize pickup truck gains a more modern-looking tailgate. The taillights feature a revamped design that features a C-shaped LED lighting element. In terms of style, the Pro-4X is clearly the most imposing with its black-colored grille and trim pieces. For an additional splash of color, this trim also receives orange accents found on the over-fenders, as well as the faux-recovery hooks on the plastic skid plate.
Nissan Navara Interior
When the facelift model was introduced in the Philippines, much of the interior remained the same as compared to the outgoing model. The door cards are a combination of soft and hard surfaces, but the dashboard is still mostly made out of textured, sturdy plastic. Zero gravity-type seats are installed in the cabin with the VL and PRO-4X variants utilizing leather, while the lower-trim VE and EL variants come with fabric.
Interior view of the Nissan Navara
Standard features in the 2025 Nissan Navara include two cupholders and bottle holders each in the front and the rear, four USB ports for charging, high type meter with a 7-inch color TFT display (except for the base EL variant only), an armrest for the rear passengers, and door pockets in the front and rear.
Technology & Safety Features
All variants except the entry-level EL come with a dual-zone automatic air-conditioning system with rear vents. The Pro-4X, VL, and VE also get an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, Aux-in, and USB connectivity. For the aforementioned variants, the infotainment system is linked to six speakers for entertainment while cruising down Philippines roads. Meanwhile, the EL variant gets the 2-DIN with four speakers.
The 8-inch infotainment screen
Standard on all trim levels of the Nissan Navara is six airbags. This includes dual front airbags, side airbags, and side curtain airbags. Also standard across all trims are vehicle dynamic control, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, ISOFIX child seat tethers, speed-sensing door locks, a car alarm, and an engine immobilizer.
Platform & Chassis
The Nissan Navara is manufactured using a rigid body-on-frame structure and the Nissan F-Alpha Platform (D23). A 4x4 and 4x2 drivetrain version is available locally. For suspension, it is built with an independent Double Wishbone paired with a coil spring and stabilizer bar at the front, and a five-link coil spring with a stabilizer at the back. Braking is assisted by ventilated discs at the front and drums at the rear.
It is built for the off-road
We happen to put the Japanese car brand's pickup truck to the test by driving it on the famous Paoay Sand Dunes in the Philippines. The truck's stability and control are outstanding, especially with the use of its 4x4 system complemented with a differential lock for seamlessly riding through steep and uneven roads.
Engine & Drivetrain
Making its return for the Nissan Navara Philippines’s midcycle refresh is the 2.5-liter YD25 inline-4 turbodiesel engine. Of note, there are two tunes for this engine. For all the variants except the EL, the said engine can make up to 190 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque, while the EL’s 2.5-liter mill makes a bit less at 163 horsepower and 403 Nm of torque. It can be paired to either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic (with a manual mode) transmission.
Ready to take on road challenges
Available colors for the Nissan Navara are Galaxy Black, Fiery Red, Stealth Pearl Gray, Aspen Pearl White, Forged Metallic Copper, Lunar Metallic Gray, Brilliant Silver, and Alpine White.
One can say that the Nissan Navara leads the segment in terms of suspension against the likes of the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux thanks to its coil spring setup.
Nissan Navara 2025 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Nissan Navara 2.5 EL MT 4x2 | ₱1,115,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 VE Calibre MT 4x2 | ₱1,320,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 VE Calibre AT 4x2 | ₱1,410,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 VE MT 4x4 | ₱1,460,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 VL Calibre AT 4x2 | ₱1,560,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 VL Calibre AT 4x2 (Aspen Pearl White) | ₱1,575,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 Calibre-X AT 4x2 | ₱1,630,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 Calibre-X AT 4x2 (Aspen Pearl) | ₱1,645,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 VL MT 4x4 (Aspen Pearl White) | ₱1,660,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 VL AT 4x4 | ₱1,740,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 VL AT 4x4 (Aspen Pearl White) | ₱1,755,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 PRO-4X AT 4x4 | ₱1,850,000 |
| Nissan Navara 2.5 PRO-4X AT 4x4 (Aspen Pearl White) | ₱1,865,000 |
Nissan Navara Pros & Cons
Pros
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Tough powertrain
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Uses coil springs for the front and rear
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Nissan Intelligent Mobility
Cons
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No available cab & chassis configuration
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Mid-spec VL wheels look odd
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Bedliner is not standard even in PRO-4X
Nissan Navara FAQs
1. What are the overall dimensions of the Nissan Navara?
Its length comes standard as 5,255mm long across the range. However, its width and height vary depending on the variant.
2. Does the Nissan Navara offer a spacious interior?
Yes, a roomy interior is a plus point of the Navara. The pickup offers a wide head and legroom for 5 fully-grown people.
3. Is the Nissan Navara a reliable pickup truck?
Yes, the Navara has spanned through over 20 years of production. It comes equipped with a very reliable engine, as well as a very robust chassis.
4. How much does the Nissan Navara 2025 cost?
The Nissan Navara costs approximately Php 1,115,000 to Php 1,865,000 depending on the variants.
5. In terms of safety features, how many airbags do all the variants of the Nissan Navara 2023 have?
All the variants of the Nissan Navara are equipped with 6 airbags.
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