UAE travels in style with the lavishness of Nissan Patrol 2012. Car review

In a metropolitan country like UAE, people seek for a flawless blend of luxury and space in automobiles. This is quite evident from the number of grand SUVs patrolling the streets. Comprising endless deserts and mesmerizing scenic beauty of wadi, a highly powered engine capable of delivering a memorable off-roading experience is also appreciated in UAE. All thanks to Nissan, all these demands can now be fulfilled with a single word, welcome the all new Patrol 2012.

Redefining luxury, Nissan Patrol 2012 is equipped with cutting edge technology and massive space providing highest levels of passenger comfort. Possessing a picturesque curvaceous body, this SUV has become a new style statement. As gentle and soothing it drives on-road, Patrol turns into a total beast as it hits off-roads. The heavy duty, colossal 5552 cc engine sitting under its hood bestows Patrol with enormous power to effortlessly overcome off-roading challenges. This same engine is rewarded for Patrol’s smooth, stable and swift on-road performance. Nissan has certainly created a state-of-the-art SUV; Patrol 2012 surpasses all your expectations and beats them to set new ones.

From the moment you open the door, one can’t stop admiring the lushness of its interiors. The leather crafted cabin in combination with electronically adjusted soft leather seats gives a hospitable feel. With the elegant finishing of wooden panels and chrome trims, the cockpit of Patrol looks exquisite. Curvy lines flow down from the doors passing through the leather dashboard meeting on the central console, which is finely finished in wood and a touch of chrome.  Here lays a premium entertainment system from Bose comprising 13 speakers including 2 sub-woofers in the rear. This system delivers incredible music quality and supports AM/FM radio, CD, DVD and MP3 playback; it also provides a USB and AUX jack. Equipped with a built in 9.3 GB hard drive, you can enjoy continuous playback of your favorite music for endless hours. High-res 8” touch screen display works in hand with this system by enabling DVD playback. This screen is also acts as a navigator providing voice commands with directions. Two 7” screens rest on the back of the front head rests providing movie playback for 2nd row passengers. So talk about entertainment, Patrol is loaded with features to make your journey more enjoyable.

Interior space in Patrol is not compromised, ample of legroom on all rows allow you to comfortably lay back and enjoy the splendid ride. Having paid attention to the smallest details like a unique two way opening central armrest allowing the 2nd row passengers to conveniently access the cooler box beneath and the electronic rear liftgate make Patrol the ideal family vehicle. With the 2nd and 3rd row seats electronically folded provide a nearly flat floor allowing for one of the largest storage space in its class. Truly, driving around in the Nissan Patrol is like having your own five star luxury suite on wheels.

Nissan has integrated latest technology in Patrol, which makes maneuvering, parking and driving this humongous SUV a painless and hassle-free process. Inside the cockpit, technologies like Bluetooth hands free calling system and multi-information display providing useful info on tire pressure, slip, compass etc. add to drive comfort. Four preset drive modes (Sand, on-road, snow and rock) can be selected, as per requirement, on the touch of a button and with the help of Hill Start Assistance and Hill Decent Control; one can confidently control the weight of Patrol on slopes.  The Intelligent Cruise Control system automatically adjust your cruising speed as per traffic conditions and the 4 cameras provide a 360® view around the SUV making parking a child’s play.

Although Patrol is a built with luxurious interiors it is a true 4×4 at heart. The monstrous 5.6L V8 DOHC gasoline engine distributes significant power onto Patrol’s 20” wheels enabling it to gracefully dominate any terrain. This engine pumps a stunning 400HP and is mated with a 7-speed automatic or optional 6-speed manual transmission. The swift reaction of Patrol comes form its Direct Fuel Injection System (DIG). For the suspension, Nissan’s HBMC (Hydraulic Body Motion Control) System provides a firm grip on the ground with a high ground clearance which helps in off-roading. With the help of Locking Rear Differential, torque is evenly distributed on the rear wheels easily pulling the SUV out of loose sand or mud. Without a doubt, Patrol 2012 rightfully carries forward its legacy of a dominant off-roader.

Taking a special care for passenger safety, Patrol comes with dual front SRS airbags(side and curtain airbags are optional), Intelligent Brake Assist, Crash-sensitive Door Unlock, Active Head Restraints and Automated Hazard Warning Signal. The most impressive safety feature is the Lane Departure Warning and Prevention, through this technology if Patrol senses the drive unintentionally getting dangerously close to the lane markers; it automatically hits brakes and applies a turning force while alerting the driver with an alarm. Other features include Forward Collision Warning, Vehicle Dynamic Control and Blind Spot Intervention Systems which alerts the driver when another vehicle is present in his blindspot. Loaded with such features, passenger safety is reassured in Patrol.

Put together, Nissan Patrol 2012 is a splendid ride. It puts exotic interiors in a beautiful design and provides supreme power in your command, with all of this; Patrol is here to win again!!!

More Information:
nissan-me.com

Retail Price:
AED 215,000 – 285,000*

*Price may vary as per options and features selected.

Posted by Monesh Konchady on February 9, 2012. Filed under Car Review,Nissan. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. You can leave a response or trackback to this entry