28/06/2007 Nissan unveils special edition Navara

Nissan has unveiled a limited edition of its Navara 4×4 to celebrate the launch of new film Die Hard 4.0.

Only 444 versions of the vehicle will be produced; they will be individually numbered and, according to Nissan, "look harder than ever before".

The special edition Navara is based on the recently launched 2.5 Navara Outlaw and will offer such features as leather upholstery, chrome door mirrors, cruise control and an electric sunroof.

On the outside, the 4×4 will boast 17-inch alloy wheels, a stainless steel styling bar behind the cab, bespoke Die Hard 4.0 body decoration and an individually numbered tailgate badge.

The limited range will be available in only three colours: flame red, storm grey and metallic black.

Within the line of 444 vehicles, five will be given a range of additional equipment as part of a prize draw. The five chosen models will receive a voice-activated DVD satellite navigation facility and a premium audio system with mp3 compatibility.

31/01/2007 Nissan Navara is “simply the best”

The Nissan Navara has been commended by 4×4 Magazine, which said that it is undeniably superior to its competitors.

At the publication’s 2007 awards, the Navara was voted the pick-up of the year for the second year running.

It triumphed over stiff competition in the form of nine other popular 4x4s, including the Mitsubishi L200 and the Toyota Hilux.

John Carroll, editor of 4×4, said: "The Navara is simply the best.

"The reasons are simple: Nissan’s Navara provides the best combination of working truck practicality with everyday driving involvement. A strong, torquey turbodiesel, bold but not outlandish styling and a comfy interior scored higher than its rivals can match."

According to Nissan, the Navara was the best-selling 4×4 pick-up in Europe in 2006.

The manufacturer offers a range of 4x4s, including the Pathfinder, the Patrol and the X-Trail.