Last chance to buy a new V8 Patrol as the Y62 era ends in Australia

Australian buyers have a final chance to secure a V8-powered Y62 Patrol, with production of the current model set to end this August. 

The run-out also brings the curtain down on the Australian-developed Patrol Warrior by Premcar shortly after, closing out the current generation before the next model shifts the nameplate into a new era.

The end of the Y62 marks more than just a model change. It also brings the final chapter for Nissan’s 5.6-litre V8, which produces 298kW and 560Nm in Australian specification, and has underpinned the Patrol’s local identity for more than a decade. In its place, the next-generation Nissan Patrol Y63 is due in Australia later this year, switching to a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine as part of a broader global shift.

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“The Patrol has been a constant presence in Australian motoring, and the Y62 has played a defining role in that legacy. Its 5.6-litre V8 is part of what has made this generation so beloved by enthusiasts, families and adventurers alike,” said Steve Milette, Managing Director, Nissan Oceania. “As we look ahead to the all-new-to-Australia Y63 later this year, the run-out of the Y62 represents a genuine ‘last chance’ moment for Australians who want to add a new V8 Patrol to their garage.”

“Powered by a 5.6-litre V8 delivering 298kW and 560Nm, the Patrol has earned its reputation for exceptional towing and off-road capability, effortless performance and proven durability; qualities that will likely make the Patrol V8 a highly sought-after collector’s item once remaining stock is gone.”

The Nissan Patrol has been part of the Australian 4WD landscape since 1961, when the second-generation G60 Datsun Patrol first arrived locally. Over that time, more than 258,000 examples have been sold here, cementing it as one of the more enduring full-size 4WD nameplates on the market.

The Y62, introduced in 2013, was the point where the Patrol clearly moved into a more modern, large SUV direction while still holding onto its off-road foundations. The 5.6-litre V8 remained its defining feature, backed by fully independent suspension with Hydraulic Body Motion Control and features like an Intelligent Rear View Mirror, lifting refinement without fully blunting its touring and off-road capability.

That same platform also underpinned the Patrol Warrior by Premcar, developed locally in partnership with Melbourne engineering firm Premcar. Built specifically for Australian conditions, it added revised suspension tuning, increased ground clearance, all-terrain tyres, unique wheels and exterior changes aimed at use beyond sealed roads. A bi-modal side-exit exhaust system also features, delivering a quieter note at cruise and a sharper V8 sound under load.

With production winding down, remaining Y62 Patrol and Warrior stock is now limited and varies by dealer. The current range continues to be supported by Nissan’s up to 10-year/300,000km warranty and roadside assistance when serviced through authorised dealers, along with capped-price servicing for the first five scheduled services.

The incoming Y63 Patrol will open for orders later this year.