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The 2003 Nissan Patrol range of configurations is currently priced from $7,990.
Carsguide Contributing Journalist David Morley had this to say at the time: It can be if you buy the right one. We’d be very leery of any RD28 or ZD30-powered example, especially if it has covered a lot of kilometres (since many of them are likely to have been in the bush). The 4.2 diesel and six-cylinder petrol versions, though, seem to offer a better package, especially now that the earliest GU Patrols are nearing a quarter-of-a-century on the road. But even the best GU Patrol will not be able to match a modern SUV for comfort, driving dynamics, safety and fuel economy. But if you want to go properly off-road, then a GU Patrol trumps any SUV or Crossover any day.
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The 2003 Nissan Patrol carries a braked towing capacity of up to 3200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Nissan Patrol 2003 prices range from $5,060 for the basic trim level SUV DX (4X4) to $24,420 for the top of the range Single Cab ST (4X4).
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I'M GUESSING Nissan covered the cost of the parts and you paid the labour, which is the normal deal with most companies once the warranty expires. Most people accept the offer for the same reason you did -- it's the easiest thing to do.
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THE MQ is really getting a little long in the tooth, so I would recommend you think about a GQ, though you will find it hard to fit one within your budget. Going by your description of the sort of driving you will be doing I would advise against the Patrol. It sounds like a very expensive way of getting to the city, ferrying the kids around and going shopping, with only an occasional weekend away. Go for a regular car -- it will be better suited to your needs and be less expensive to run. If you must go for a Patrol, buy the 4.2-litre petrol GQ.
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Nissan Patrol Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption |
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DX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 3.0L Diesel 5 SP MAN |
Fuel Consumption:
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DX (4X4)
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Body Type: Single Cab | Specs: 4.2L Diesel 5 SP MAN |
Fuel Consumption:
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DX (4X4)
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Body Type: Single Cab | Specs: 4.2L Diesel 5 SP MAN |
Fuel Consumption:
12.9L/100km
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