Nissan Navara D22
The rugged workhorse that bridged the gap between utility and lifestyle pick-ups.
- Power
- 131 bhp
- Top speed
- 99 mph
About the Nissan Navara D22
The D22-generation Nissan Navara, particularly in its final 2.5 dCi form, was a pivotal model that helped popularise the 'lifestyle' pick-up segment in Europe and Australia. While primarily designed for utility, the Double Cab versions offered a level of interior comfort and equipment that appealed to recreational users. The YD25DDTi engine provided a significant torque boost over earlier naturally aspirated units, though it gained a reputation for mechanical sensitivity if not strictly maintained. Its robust ladder-frame chassis and selectable four-wheel-drive system ensured it remained a highly capable off-road tool.
Nissan Navara D22 specs
The Nissan Navara D22 produces 131 bhp (98 kW) and 304 Nm (224 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h).
| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Navara |
| Generation | D22 |
| Trim | 2.5 dCi |
| Years | 1997–2005 |
| Type | Truck |
| Body style | Pick-up |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.5-litre turbocharged inline-four diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,488 cc (2.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 131 bhp (98 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 304 Nm (224 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 99 mph (160 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,855 kg (4,090 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 71 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Nissan Navara D22 rarity in CarSpot
The Nissan Navara D22 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Nissan Navara D22 fun facts
- In North America, this generation was known as the Frontier and was the first compact pick-up to offer a full-size four-door crew cab.
- The D22 remained in production in some markets, such as South Africa (as the NP300 Hardbody), for over a decade after the D40 successor was launched.
- The 2.5 dCi engine featured a variable nozzle turbocharger (VNT) to improve low-end torque and reduce turbo lag compared to the older 2.5 TD.