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Nissan Navara (2005 - )

Reliable and feels good quality, car-like interior, was the fastest pick-up in its class, useful rear hinged rear doors on crew cab.

Bigger than L200 and doesn't handle as well.

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Introduction

The new 174PS Nissan Navara is currently king of the pick-ups. Not only will it carry more than a ton, it will also cruise at more than a ton and for that it deserves the Respect shown in its TV commercials.

Compared to the average car, and previous generation pick-ups, it's a big vehicle, longer than the average parking space. Sitting high on 17" wheels with chunky 255/65 R17 Goodyear Wrangler tyres, getting in means a climb. But the neatly minimalist dash, the multifunction steering wheel, even the ‘Birdview' satnav are all familiar Pathfinder kit, which is hardly surprising as the two vehicles were developed side by side on the same ladderframe chassis.

Same long-reach, floppy gearshift, too, which quickly becomes acceptably precise once you get used to it. Performance is slightly better, with 60 reached in 10.5 seconds rather than the 11.2 of the heavier Pathfinder, and a (conservatively estimated) top speed of 105mph. Two aspects that aren't the same, though, are the handling and the ride comfort.

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Last updated 3 February 2012

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