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We bought a new NP300 today we have six or seven already, the dealer told us that a facelifted model is due in May and that current production of the NP300 is suspended to allow Mercedes to boost their numbers and use up existing Nissan stock prior to the release of the facelift.

Has anyone heard anything about this, whats changing etc?
 
I wouldn't be surprised if the new version followed a similar train of thought as the latest Rangers with their body coloured wheels and rear bumper.
V6? They cannot afford not to with two others out there. The Merc requires quite a change down the production line maybe they will also widen the NAV as well as from what ive heard the Merc body and chassis is all from Nissan,and many have commented on how much more spacious is the Merc although they havent sorted out the perch in the back.Says a lot about the feedback and disquiet the NP300 has caused Two revisions in a little over 30 months not usual for Nissan.
 
V6? They cannot afford not to with two others out there. The Merc requires quite a change down the production line maybe they will also widen the NAV as well as from what ive heard the Merc body and chassis is all from Nissan,and many have commented on how much more spacious is the Merc although they havent sorted out the perch in the back.Says a lot about the feedback and disquiet the NP300 has caused Two revisions in a little over 30 months not usual for Nissan.

Actually I’d say they CAN afford to. Mercedes and Renault will be paying a pretty little licence fee to use the chassis, so Nissan are getting all the economic benefits of a very diverse model line up (noting the Navara itself is already the most iterative of the Thai dual-cabs, even if the UK don’t see most of the iterations), and none of the development cost or risk.

For Nissan to spend any money on a V6 NP300 would be crazy. Sure, if they have an engine ready to go, but if not...
 
We bought a new NP300 today we have six or seven already, the dealer told us that a facelifted model is due in May and that current production of the NP300 is suspended to allow Mercedes to boost their numbers and use up existing Nissan stock prior to the release of the facelift.



Has anyone heard anything about this, whats changing etc?


The NP300 is 3 years old. I’d expect minor cosmetic tweaks, spec improvements, and no sheet metal changes. I’d expect them to do a limited-edition hero model and also look to distance themselves from Mercedes by lowering the entry price - perhaps bringing you some of the small engine, leaf spring, commercial grades offered elsewhere.

The basic chassis/suspension/body should have an 8-10 year life, so 2022-2024 until you see a major change.

Unless sales tank.
 
Actually I’d say they CAN afford to. Mercedes and Renault will be paying a pretty little licence fee to use the chassis, so Nissan are getting all the economic benefits of a very diverse model line up (noting the Navara itself is already the most iterative of the Thai dual-cabs, even if the UK don’t see most of the iterations), and none of the development cost or risk.

For Nissan to spend any money on a V6 NP300 would be crazy. Sure, if they have an engine ready to go, but if not...
Of course they have an engine ready to go, without stating the obvious! Why would Renault be paying a licence fee they are Nissan and vice a versa. All of them are coming off the same production line so for efficiency they have to be very similar. My guess would be the V6 is part of the deal with Mercedes. In the UK they are losing sales without a V6 so they will be stupid not too. They were comfortable until VW threw them a curve ball,Now the Merc ?
 
It's likely just a typical mid cycle refresh, the usual stuff like minor cosmetic tweaks, updated infotainment, safety systems/driver aids, maybe some special edition/high end models. Hell, they might even fix some of the faults and design flaws!

There's a chance that they'll add a V6, but I think it's unlikely. I don't think Nissan are as delusional as to think that they're competing with Merc and VW pickups, which are clearly aiming at the higher end of the market (VW more now than previously with the updated Amarok). Nissan doesn't have the brand or the product to pitch the NP300 up there. Their competition is the likes of L200, Ranger, Hilux, D Max etc - all of whom have been downsizing their engines in recent times.

I'd also expect price increases rather than decreases (although that might be offset by extra equipment), last year Nissan increased their prices on 1st June and the NP300 price has gradually increased throughout it's life so far.
 
Hi There

I orderd my new Navara on Saturday

Asked about this face lift query - and drum role please...

The only difference for a facelift is the removal of the washer system for the headlights...

No more chrome - no more lines - nothing...

Abit disapointing :(
 
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