- High standard of fit and finish
- Good visibility
- Chassis feels solid
- For the 2.5-litre YD25DDTi turbo-diesel engine, premature wear and failure of the single-row timing chains
- Sluggish 2.4-litre petrol engine
- Suspension lacks compliance when unladen
- Front seats lack thigh support
- For dual cabs, poor rear seat legroom
Review: Nissan D22.I Navara utility (1997-99)
Overview
Released in April 1997, the Nissan D22 Series I (D22.I) utility was solely available in a dual cab body, but with a choice of three engines: a 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol unit and 2.7- and 3.2-litre diesel engines; there was also a choice of rear- or four-wheel drive models. The full range is given in the table below.
The 4WD system consisted of a chain-driven transfer case with a non backlash mechanism, low ratio (2.02:1) gearing and free-running hubs; a limited slip differential was also fitted. In two-wheel drive mode, torque was carried directly through the transfer case; when four-wheel drive was engaged, power was split such that the drive to the forward shaft was engaged via the chain.
| Cab | Engine | Variants | Years | Drive | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual cab | 2.4-litre petrol I4 (KA24E) |
DX, ST |
1997-99 | RWD | 5sp man. | 93 kW at 5200 rpm | 198 Nm at 3600-4000 rpm |
| DX | 1997-99 | 4WD | 5sp man. | ||||
| 2.7-litre diesel I4 (TD27) |
DX | 1997-99 | RWD | 5sp man. | 64 kW at 4300 rpm | 180 Nm at 2200 rpm | |
| 3.2-litre diesel I4 (QD32) |
ST | 1997-99 | 4WD | 5sp man. | 76 kW at 3600 rpm | 220 Nm at 2000 rpm | |
| DX | 1998-99 |
Features
Standard features for the Navara DX included cloth seats, power steering, a tilt adjustable steering column and vinyl floor. The ST was further equipped with a two speaker sound system with a radio and cassette player, ‘luxury moquette’ fabric, central locking, power windows and carpeted floors.
Review: Nissan D22.II Navara utility (1999-00)
Overview
Released in July 1999, the D22 Series II (D22.II) Navara utility introduced a new 2.4-litre DOHC petrol engine which was also available with a four-speed automatic transmission. Furthermore, the capacity of the fuel tank increased to 75 litres.
Visually, the D22.II Navara dual cab utility could be identified by its chrome front bumper insert. Inside, there was a new dashboard with a blue-coloured meter design, a new centre console and four-spoke steering wheel.
| Cab | Engine | Variants | Years | Drive | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual cab | 2.4-litre petrol I4 (KA24DE) |
DX, ST |
1999-00 | RWD | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
110 kW at 5600 rpm | 208 Nm at 3600 rpm |
| 2.7-litre diesel I4 (TD27) |
DX | 1999-00 | RWD | 5sp man. | 64 kW at 4300 rpm | 180 Nm at 2200 rpm | |
| 3.2-litre diesel I4 (QD32) |
DX, ST |
1999-00 | 4WD | 5sp man. | 76 kW at 3600 rpm | 220 Nm at 2000 rpm |
Features
Standard features for the Navara DX were extended to include a two speaker sound system with radio and cassette player; child-proof rear door locks were also introduced as standard. The ST variant was also fitted with a CD player.
Review: Nissan D22.III Navara utility (2000-01)
Overview
Released in June 2000, the D22 Series III (D22.III) Navara utility introduced a 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine, new front grille, headlights and tail-lights.
| Cab | Engine | Variants | Years | Drive | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual cab | 2.4-litre petrol I4 (KA24DE) |
DX | 2000-01 | RWD | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
110 kW at 5600 rpm | 208 Nm at 3600 rpm |
| 3.0-litre petrol V6 (VG30E) |
DX, ST |
2000-01 | RWD | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
120 kW at 4800 rpm | 248 Nm at 4000 rpm | |
| 2000-01 | 4WD | 5sp man. | |||||
| 2.7-litre diesel I4 (TD27) |
DX | 2000-01 | RWD | 5sp man. | 64 kW at 4300 rpm | 180 Nm at 2200 rpm | |
| 3.2-litre diesel I4 (QD32) |
DX, ST |
1999-00 | 4WD | 5sp man. | 76 kW at 3600 rpm | 220 Nm at 2000 rpm |
Features
Standard features, however, were largely unchanged.
Review: Nissan D22.IV Navara utility (2001-06)
Overview
Released in December 2001, the D22 Series IV (D22.IV) Navara utility introduced a new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine and a sports variant (the ‘ST-R’). The suspension was also revised for improved ride comfort and handling and other changes were made to reduce noise, vibration and harshness. In March 2003, the range was further expanded with the introduction of a 3.3-litre V6 petrol engine. In 2006, the D22.IV Navara utility was withdrawn from the Australian market.
| Cab | Engine | Variants | Years | Drive | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single cab | 3.0-litre turbo-diesel I4 (ZD30DDT) |
ST-R | 2005-06 | 4WD | 5sp man. | 110 kW at 3400 rpm | 314 Nm at 2000 rpm |
| Dual cab | 2.4-litre petrol I4 (KA24E) |
DX | 2001-05 | RWD | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
110 kW at 5600 rpm | 208 Nm at 3600 rpm |
| 3.0-litre petrol V6 (VG30E) |
DX, ST |
2001-05 | RWD | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
120 kW at 4800 rpm | 248 Nm at 4000 rpm | |
| DX, ST-R |
2001-03 | 4WD | 5sp man. | ||||
| 3.3-litre petrol V6 (VG33E) |
DX, ST-R |
2003-05 | 4WD | 5sp man. | 125 kW at 4800 rpm | 266 Nm at 2800-4000 rpm | |
| 3.0-litre turbo-diesel I4 (ZD30DDT) |
DX, ST-R |
2001-06 | 4WD | 5sp man. | 110 kW at 3400 rpm | 314 Nm at 2000 rpm |
Features
Standard features for the Navara DX and ST were largely unchanged. Compared to the ST, the ST-R variant was distinguished by its 16-inch alloy wheels, CD player, central locking and flares.
From March 2003, a CD player was standard across the range.
In May 2004, the Navara ST-R variants were updated as a driver’s airbag and front seatbelt pretensioners were introduced as standard safety equipment. Furthermore, the ST-R was fitted with wider 265/70 R16 all-terrain tyres, revised suspension, chrome power mirrors and revised interior colours, including black seat trim.
Review: Nissan D22.V Navara utility (2008-14)
Overview
Released in February 2008, the D22 Series V (D22.V) Navara marked the D22 Navara’s return to the Australian market following its withdrawal in 2006. The D22 Navara utility was solely available in a dual cab body, with a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission and as an ST-R variant.
| Cab | Engine | Variants | Years | Drive | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual cab | 2.5-litre turbo-diesel I4 (YD25DDTi) |
ST-R | 2007-14 | 4WD | 5sp man. | 98 kW at 3600 rpm | 304 Nm at 2000 rpm |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the D22.V Navara ST-R included dual front airbags, ABS and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.
Features
Standard features for the Navara ST-R included 16-inch alloy wheels, a two speaker sound system with CD player, air conditioning, bucket seats, central locking, power windows, a tilt adjustable steering column, alloy sports bar and side steps.
Brochures
- Brochure: Nissan D22.V Navara ST-R utility (December 2011)
- Brochure: Nissan D22.V Navara utility and cab chassis (September 2012)
- Brochure: Nissan D22.V Navara utility and cab chassis (July 2013)
Related links
- Specifications: Nissan D22.V Navara utility and cab chassis (July 2010)
- Specifications: Nissan D22.V Navara (July 2012)
- Wikipedia.org: Nissan D22 Navara
