2025 Nissan Patrol NISMO revealed: Most powerful Patrol ever, but don’t take it off-road

The most powerful Patrol ever produced has been revealed, with the 2025 Nissan Patrol NISMO making its global debut overnight – but this example is built for the streets not the bush.

This high-performance SUV has been designed exclusively for the Middle East, and it will hit showrooms across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and other markets in the region from July.

Under the bonnet is a 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged V6 producing 368kW (495hp) at 5600rpm and 700Nm at 3600rpm – the highest ever for this engine, and 52kW (70hp) more than the standard Patrol. Power is sent through a nine-speed automatic gearbox, with the engine hand-built at Nissan’s Iwaki plant in Japan.

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The NISMO rides on 22-inch forged alloy wheels (275/50R22), which are 23 per cent lighter than the standard wheels. These are paired with high-performance tyres, to maximise the Patrol NISMO’s composure when cornering at high speeds.

Suspension gets a complete overhaul with NISMO-tuned adaptive dampers that adjust on the move for better control. Steering is electronically assisted and tuned to feel sharper and more responsive than the regular model. A retuned exhaust and Active Sound Enhancement give the V6 a deeper tone both inside and out. Plus, a new front bumper helps improve airflow to the brakes, reducing disc temperature by six per cent under heavy load.

The Patrol NISMO is larger than the standard model. It measures 5295mm long (+90mm) and 2070mm wide (+40mm), while height remains the same at 1945mm. The wheelbase is 3075mm, identical to the regular Patrol. Overhangs are more pronounced – 1020mm front and 1200mm rear, both increased over the base version to accommodate the new aero kit.

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But with more aggressive styling comes a trade-off in off-road geometry. The NISMO version has approach/ramp/departure angles of 23, 26 and 25.5 degrees, compared to the Patrol’s 27.5, 27 and 27. Ground clearance also drops to 195mm (from 244mm). This isn’t the Patrol to take off the beaten path.

The exterior includes a reworked V-Motion grille with 3D honeycomb mesh, flanked by air curtains that reduce lift and improve stability. At the rear, you’ll find a longer spoiler, layered diffusers, and a Formula E-inspired fog lamp. NISMO red accents appear throughout the body, signalling its track-tuned focus.

The cabin gets a black-and-red theme, sports seats with embroidered NISMO logos, and a mix of leather, suede-touch materials, and carbon-effect trim. Red seatbelts, a red start button, and aluminium pedals add to the motorsport-inspired vibe. It still seats eight passengers, just like the standard Patrol.

The Patrol NISMO will be available for purchase across the Middle East from July.