MY26 Nissan Patrol Australia: The Last Y62 V8
Market scope: AU. Year basis: manufacturer model year 2026.
What is different about this model?
The Australian 2026 Patrol is especially vulnerable to catalog errors because Nissan publicized the all-new Y63 generation during the same calendar year. Nissan's Australian MY26 specification brochure, however, documents the outgoing Y62 with a 5.6-litre V8. The company separately announced that first Australian customer deliveries of the new twin-turbo V6 Y63 were scheduled for 2027. A 2026 buyer comparing available Y62 stock must not be shown Y63 engine, transmission or infotainment specifications as if they belong to the same production car.
Powertrain and verified specifications
The MY26 Y62 brochure lists the VK56VD 5,552 cc naturally aspirated V8 at 298 kW and 560 Nm, coupled to a seven-speed automatic transmission. It has a selectable four-wheel-drive transfer system and Nissan quotes 14.4 L/100 km combined-cycle consumption in the Australian document. The 140-litre fuel tank and maximum braked towing figure of 3,500 kg are specifically within this manufacturer's MY26 disclosure, subject to loading and certification conditions. Ti and Ti-L differ in equipment, not their core engine family.
Which version makes sense?
Someone prioritising established V8 character and immediate 2026 availability may value a late Y62, but should understand its size and substantial fuel demands. A future Y63 purchaser is comparing a different engine, chassis and technology package as well as a different delivery window. Families planning long towing journeys should calculate gross combined mass, tongue load and passengers instead of assuming the full tow figure always applies. For tight urban parking, the large Patrol may simply be less convenient than smaller SUVs.
Ownership and used-car considerations
Used-Y62 due diligence covers cooling systems, suspension, driveline operation, tyres, tow history and complete service records. Inspect the vehicle for aftermarket towing and off-road accessories that could affect insurance or permitted loads. Nissan's published economy is standardized, not an independent test at caravan towing speed. The MY26 name and 5.6 V8 documentation are intentional; the announced 2027-delivery Y63 is tracked separately as a future-market identity, not silently merged into this vehicle.
Verified regional configurations
| Market and trim | Powertrain / drivetrain | Documented specification |
|---|---|---|
| AU — MY26 Ti | 5.6L VK56VD V8 petrol; 4WD | power: 298 kW at 5800 rpm; torque: 560 Nm at 4000 rpm; combined consumption: 14.4 L/100km Australian combined; test cycle: Australian manufacturer combined cycle; Test method: Australian manufacturer combined cycle |
| AU — MY26 Ti-L | 5.6L VK56VD V8 petrol; 4WD | power: 298 kW; torque: 560 Nm; combined consumption: 14.4 L/100km Australian combined; test cycle: Australian manufacturer combined cycle; Test method: Australian manufacturer combined cycle |