2008 Nissan Navara D22 range
February 1, 2008 by Alborz Fallah
Nissan will today unveil the new Navara D22 range, which will include both dual-cab and single-cab variants, at the Brisbane International Motor Show (check back for pictures from the show through out the day).
The line-up receives Nissan’s new 2.5-litre turbo-diesel engine coupled to a five-speed manual transmission. There will be a choice of four-wheel drive dual cab and single cab models, as well as a two-wheel drive single cab for those not in need of off-road capability.
You might be thinking, well that doesn’t look that new! And you’re right, the only exterior change is the addition of a bonnet scoop for the new intercooled turbo-diesel engine.
The intercooled YD25 turbo-diesel engine produces 98kW at 3600rpm and 304Nm of torque from 2000rpm – this is down from the previous generation’s 3.0-litre diesel that managed 110kW and 314Nm, although that was noticeably thirstier. In comparison the Navara D40’s powerplant makes 126kW and 401Nm.
The new diesel engine is a 16-valve, double overhead cam with second-generation common rail technology for lower emissions and improved fuel economy. Nissan has also installed a variable nozzle turbocharger as well as a brand new balancer system for better refinement.
The added intercooler sits ahead of the radiator, allowing for better air intake and hence more power at lower range. The compression ratio is now 16.5 to 1.
As with the majority of the latest Diesel engines on offer from the Japanese, the D22’s fuel economy is impressive. The 4×2 single cab drinks only 7.3L/100km, while the 4×4 single cab makes do with 9.1L/100km and the 4×4 dual cab ST-R comes in at 9.2L/100km.
Suspension is taken care of by double-wishbone and an anti-roll bar at the front, with the back-end riding on a solid rear axle with leaf springs and a limited slip differential. Towing capacity is 1500kg (braked) for the 4×2 and 2800kg (braked) for the 4×4.
The single 4×2 variant gets the basic essentials, with power steering, single in-dash CD player, air conditioning, dual front airbags and ABS as standard. Moving up, the 4×4 line-up starts with a base single cab DX from $30,690. An additional $500 will get you dual front airbags and front seatbelt pretensioners (highly recommended).
Going up to the dual cab ST-R variant, buyers will receive, in addition to the single cab equipment, standard dual front airbags with ABS, an alloy sports bar, side steps, front bucket seats and 16-inch alloy wheels.
- 4×2 single cab DX – $22,490
- 4×4 single cab DX – $30,690
- ST-R dual cab 4×4 – $38,490.
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One other little source of irritation, the horn is not a warning device, it’s an apology!!!
I bought my 08 d22 in august last year for 36500 with abn and i gotta say i love it.
As my old man has the 3lt 06 model i can honestly say there is little to no difference in power although the 3lt sounds way cooler and seems to run alot easier on its compression in low range 1st (the 2.5 seems to want to go a little faster and i stall it abit off road)
Both models perfom exceptionally on and off road although i do want to modify mine a little with a lift kit and such as i scrape the back end quite often.
I havent towed alot with the 2.5 but the 3lt towed mine on a trailer from Yarck back to melbourne (a load that would’ve been about 2.8 tonne) and apart from the inevitable loss of momentum uphill it didn’t struggle at all.
Although it doesn’t have the luxury of the d40 and it could do with a bit more power it’s a great truck and id recommended it to anyone
I just prchased a D22 for $32000 today with Tow bar, Tint and extended 3yr warranty…Brother in Law has the 3ltr he advised me to purchase the 2.5 instead off a second hand 3ltr. I cant wait until we are running up the highway side by side seeing who has the better take off speed. All in the driver i would reckon!!! Go Navarra!!
I’ve had a d22 for just about a year now. Its an ‘05 model
as i was saying..its almost done 80,000. I don’t live near the city and rarely tow so performance is adequate, no complaints or chips needed. I’ve had an oil leak fixed with 1 week to go on warranty, which involved dropping the front suspension out, otherwise no mechanical failures. Ive had 4 previous 4wd’s and the nissan suspension is easily the worst when it comes to comfort. I’m either going to change vehicles or put a kit on it. If anyone has forked out for a suspension kit, could you post your comments, and i’m not talking rock crawler 6″ body lifts just a reliable brand shock spring torsion bar change.
Yes my previous toyota’s were better built when it comes to paint, fit finish, resale etc but i can never justify the over $50grand price for a hilux, i’d buy another Prado with that sort of cash
Had the new str for a fortnight now and seems to go good. Would like to know if anyone has put a larger dump pipe from the turbo? If so, how much and has it made a difference? This is my Third Navara and I have always been happy with them. Just cant justify the Toyota price. My old 3.2ltr D22 Single cab has been a truly great vehicle mechanically, hope the new one serves me the same!!!
I have a 2007 Nissan Navara ST-X D40 diesel motor which as just blown a motor at 80,000 ks. As anyone else had problems with the Navara
have d22 03 model just looking for advice or knowledge has 2 inch lift 16inch rim 31 tyres looking at putting d chip exhaust and have priced 3inch susp lift 2inch bod lift got quoted 6grand labour included to fit the above wanting to put 33 or 35 tyres and looking at putting some reduction gears as well maybe locker diffs as well any information would be much appreciated
I have had the new 09 D22 for 3 weeks now and its all going pretty good, its got twin batteries (standard) and a new tailgate but today wile trying to get a price on a hard tonneau cover I found out that my 09 model also has a slightly longer tray and there is no mention of a hard cover for this model yet … does anyone know if there is any truth to this ? all i want to do is spend two thousand dollars and nissan are acting as though they don’t like money … tjm were not much help either saying it could take upto six months
I have heard from a nissan salesman (and friend) that the 08 D22s were built in Japan and the 09 models are built in thailand, and that one of the differences is that the tub is 100ml longer than the 08 model
I am in the same boat, nissan are a bunch of morons, would have been nice to be told that by nissan and not ARB. I just took it in to have canopy installed, got a call half an hour later and was told the new model is 100 mm longer. They will call me around mid july when they get new canopy.
I had ordered a soft cover, tow bar and tub liner with dealer a week ago. When I went to pick up my car, none were installed, instead they tell me these will be installed on first service. I see why, there is no accessary for this model yet.
Even worse, my car had done another 10km since i signed for it, so the bastards have been using it for test driving. Anyway, pissed off is an understatement. I am spitting chips i did not get the triton now. Add further insult, nissan has a 5000 km service interval, Mitsubishi is 15000km AND 10 year engine warranty, go figure….
Mojo, i have just been in the triton feedback site and there isnt one happy owner in there…big problems with power, steering, acceleration and they are still unclear if the 08/09 models have had the problems rectified. Some of them took 2 yrs to get their warranty problems fixed. They are saying dont ever buy a triton, the warranty is worth zip and the ute was always in the workshop.
Hey mojo,I found the nissan to be great value for the money.I am not too sure about the 5000 k intervals on servicing though,I think this is if you are a heavy user,whereas with light work you can have it serviced at 10000 ks.
Yeah,read the long list of complaints on this site about the Tritons,makes your teeth curl.I like the shape of the tritons,and the 3.2 diesel is stated as being a great machine in reviews,but there seems to be issues with the petrol engines slowing down,and the 5-10 warranty seems to be all talk.
Good luck.
I got the Nissan purely on looks, I don’t like the way the triton looks. Guess i am old fashion. I was planning a holiday with the family, the snow. But that is on hold, until I find a canopy somewhere, I am getting desperate, I’ll take anything!! I need a canopy, ute lid, anything!! Damned nissan…. (nice car to drive though)
Good choice Mojo, the D22 is the most “conventional” looking dual cab around at the moment (and then the colorado D/max is close behind) The tritons just are not in the good looking department at all. I have seen a few dual cabs with alloy trays and they are just mega gross. I havent heard too many raving reports about them either.
Once a D22 is fitted with Bull Bar, Driving lights some meaty AT/MT tyres and a few other bits here ‘n’ there they really look the part. I’ve spoken to half a dozen or so owners of 3.0 litre and 2.5 litre versions and all are happy with them, haven’t heard of anyone wishing they’d brought hi/lux / triton / rodeo etc instead
Bit off subject but has anyone seen the new Great Wall motors ute, they have d22 headlights a ten year old rodeo body and interior and a 2.4 mitsubishi petrol engine. Looks like a few car manufacturers had some spair parts laying around
Just bought a brand new d22 single cab diesel, nissan tray & towbar, $35k on the road .Today they’re offering the dual cab for the same money. Bought june 30, did they see me coming or have dual cabs dropped 3k in a week?
Each week you see ads with D22’s at various prices. I think the D/cab market is a bit more competitive than the S/cab tray market etc. So it may appear as though you got ripped off but I reckon that you’d be OK. Theres a heap of D/cabs and deals from all the big brands so it has a bit of effect on price (appearence), that is until you want to add a few options. But you can always back it in that after you buy you see a better deal somewhere, but a lot of these are done with smoke and mirrors, and you have to “get of the merry go round” one day. I have an aquaintence who said he wouldn’t buy an EA falcon ’cause he was waiting for the EB, ED etc etc, and he still hasn’t brought one!, and we’re up to FG!
Hello Finn Olesen
I search on the internet fo find my old friend Finn Gammelgaard Olesen. I found this site with your name. Wonder if it could be you? Would love to hear from you.
Brian Stroem Pedersen, Fjelsoe, Denmark
Now living in Aalestrup
Have had my D40 St-X for over a year now and have done 28 thousand km (about 80% on bitumen). Am thrilled to bits. Test drove the D22 immediately after the D40 and the difference in power was very noticable. Lakeside Nissan (adelaide) dealer advised me to steer clear of the auto transmission models as economy was nowhere near what Nissan claimed. WHY THE HELL WOULD YOU BUY AN AUTOMATIC 4WD anyway?? I average 700km out of a tank of predominantly city driving so can’t complain there. High beam is piss-poor but towing grunt is fantastic.
Hey im just about to buy a d22 wats the go with the dual battery system and is there a diffrence now overall as the navara’s are made in thailand
Hi i’m very close to purchasing a 2008 d22 for 33 grand. it has bull bar, rioll bar, tow bar, side steps, tint, bonnet protector and headlight protector. oh and paint protection. it has 10 months rego and 24,000 ks on it. does anyone think this is a good deal?? i think it is and from the research they are a BRILLIANT vehicle. please let me know what you think.
cheers
troy i bought a new navara d 22 from local dealer on first jan 09 for 30,000 drive away done 20000 ks and love it dave
Hi Guys!
I’m writing from Europe(Hungary) and I have a question, maybe you guys know the answer…
I have two Nissan Navara’s, both are type d22, and one is 1999 which is called a Navara and the other is a 2000, which is called Nissan Pickup.
Both trucks are 2.5tdi and have 105Hp, the wierd thing about them is that the Navara is much faster then the Pickup.
My mechanic said both have good turbo chargers ,what could be the reason?
Maybe a different turbo on them ,or gears in the differential?
If somebody knows please let me know.
I’m only curious because I’m selling the faster one and maybe I can change the part that makes it faster before I sell it…
If you know what I mean.
Thanks, and sorry about my english.
Zoli