Dechromed 2021 Nissan Terra VL coming to local lineup soon

Updated Jan 29, 2021 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

It looks bolder and sportier.

Nissan Philippines, Inc. (NPI) launched an updated Terra VL variant that will put a smile on individuals who are not a fan of chrome trims. The reason for this is that the 2021 Nissan Terra VL comes with blacked-out trims, which gives it a sportier appeal.   

Nissan Terra VL

2021 Nissan Terra VL

The de-chromed Nissan Terra comes with gloss black accents seen on the radiator grille and front bumper. The blacked-out treatment is also seen on the door handles, side mirrors, and step boards. Of note, the 2021 Nissan Terra VL comes with glossy black alloy wheels.

Nissan Terra VL interior shot

Interior of the Nissan Terra VL

The blacked-out trims extend to the interior of the 2021 Nissan Terra VL. It now features dark chrome accents and dual-tone leather seat trims. It still comes with an eight-inch infotainment touchscreen, leather-wrapped steering wheel, zero-gravity seats, among others. 

Nissan Terra VL trim rear shot

The Nissan Terra VL comes with black alloy wheels

Under the hood, the 2021 Nissan Terra VL is still powered by a 2.5-liter diesel engine that delivers 187 hp and 450 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to a seven-speed automatic transmission. 

The updated exterior of the Terra VL is meant to give Nissan PH’s midsize SUV a fresh look for this year. Moreover, the 2021 Terra VL is designed to go head-to-head with its segment rivals that have also ditched exterior chrome trims. One of the midsize SUVs in the market that also comes with blacked-out trims is the Ford Everest Sport.

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Ford Everest Sport front shot

Ford Everest Sport

Similar to what Nissan did to the 2021 Terra VL, the Ford Everest Sport has a black grille, bumper, and side mirrors. It is also fitted with a set of 20-inch alloy wheels.

On the other hand, Nissan Philippines President and Managing Director Atsushi Najima said that the LEAF electric vehicle (EV) is coming soon. However, Najima did not confirm the exact launch date of the said EV. 

Nissan LEAF front shot

Nissan LEAF

As a review, Nissan first announced its plans to bring the LEAF in the Philippines last March 2019. But since then, the LEAF has yet to make its local launch.

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Know more about Nissan Terra 2024

Nissan Terra

The Nissan Terra is a midsize, seven-seater SUV. In the Philippines, this model has a total of six variants, the Terra EL, VE, VL 4x2, and VL 4x4, Sport 4x2, and the Sport 4x4. Currently, Nissan Terra 2023 Philippines price ranges from Php 1,709,000 to Php 2,459,000. 

The Philippine-spec Terra exclusively uses a 2.5-liter inline-4 turbodiesel engine for all of its trims. At maximum, this engine can churn out 187 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. Only the VL and Sport has a 4x4 version, while the rest are rear-wheel-drive. In turn, only the entry-level Terra EL can come with a six-speed manual gearbox. The rest of the Terran trims then utilizes a seven-speed automatic transmission. 

Size-wise, the Nissan Terra has a length of 4,900mm, a width of 1,865mm, and a height of 1,865mm. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,850mm, as well as a ground clearance of 225mm. 

Locally, the 2023 Nissan Terra competes against the likes of the Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Montero Sport, Isuzu mu-X, Ford Everest, Maxus D90 among others. 

₱ 1,709,000 - ₱ 2,459,000

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