How many cylinders does the Nissan Patrol engine have?

[CarsonDella]

Nissan Patrol offers two engine options: one is a six-cylinder engine, and the other is an eight-cylinder engine. Below are the extended details: Nissan Patrol six-cylinder model: The 4.0-liter naturally aspirated V6 engine delivers 279 horsepower and a maximum torque of 394 Nm. This engine can output maximum power at 5,600 rpm and maximum torque at 4,000 rpm. It features direct fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. This engine is paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. Nissan Patrol eight-cylinder model: The 5.6-liter naturally aspirated engine produces 398 horsepower and a maximum torque of 555 Nm. This engine can output maximum power at 5,800 rpm and maximum torque at 4,000 rpm. It also features direct fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. This engine is paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission.

[McCayden]

The current Nissan Patrol on sale mainly features a V6 engine, the one with six cylinders. For example, the new Y62 model uses a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine, codenamed VR35DDT, which can deliver over 400 horsepower. It offers better smoothness than the old V8 and significantly improved fuel efficiency. The previous Y62 indeed had the classic big V8 configuration, with the 5.6-liter naturally aspirated version being particularly favored by off-road enthusiasts for its strong low-end torque. Although the new model has fewer cylinders, it incorporates much more advanced technology, such as direct fuel injection and variable valve timing. The turbocharged engine still delivers strong acceleration, making it just as capable for desert runs and hill climbs. If you're looking for a parallel-import version with a 4.0-liter V6, it's available, but registering it in regions with China VI emission standards may be difficult.

[FelixDella]

It all depends on the year, mate! After the major facelift in 2023, the Patrol lineup completely dropped the V8 and uniformly adopted the 3.5T twin-turbo V6 engine, featuring a more compact cylinder block structure and improved cooling efficiency. But anyone who's into used cars knows that the 2010 to 2022 Patrol Y62 models mainly used the VQ series 5.6-liter V8 engine, whose roar is as deep as thunder. The Middle Eastern versions also had a 4.0-liter V6 variant, which is the most common in auto repair shops—its piston diameter is smaller than the V8's but it's exceptionally durable. Remember, the V8 has eight cylinders arranged in two rows, while the V6 has six cylinders in a V-shaped configuration. Nowadays, even the cylinder heads use lightweight aluminum alloy designs, making power response even quicker during off-roading.

[DelIsaac]

Currently, the new Patrols sold at 4S dealerships all come with 6-cylinder configurations. After Nissan replaced the decade-old V8 with the VR series 3.5T V6, the turbo reaches full boost at just 2000 rpm, delivering a maximum torque of 560 Nm that effortlessly propels the 2.8-ton body. Veteran owners might miss the bubbling exhaust note of the V8, but the new engine features an electronically controlled wastegate and a lightweight crankshaft, improving air intake efficiency during water wading. In fact, pre-2010 Y61 models even had a TD42 inline-six diesel version, beloved by diesel enthusiasts for the reliability of its cast-iron cylinder block. Some parallel importers still have Middle East-spec V6 models in stock, but buyers should verify whether they meet local emission standards for registration.

[DiNoah]

The new 6-cylinder engine boasts impressive technological highlights! The 3.5L V6 utilizes mirror-finish cylinder bore plasma spraying to reduce friction, with cylinder wall hardness comparable to diamonds. Twin turbos are cleverly tucked within the V-angle, while the integrated exhaust manifold/cylinder head design dramatically improves warm-up speed. During my test drive, turbo lag was nearly imperceptible - especially noticeable when doing second-gear sand launches in desert conditions, where the tires bite remarkably clean. Though the old V8 had two more cylinders, its outdated technology guzzled 18L/100km in city driving. This new V6 paired with a 9AT transmission delivers over 800km range in Gobi desert conditions, extendable beyond 1,000km with an auxiliary fuel tank. The reduced cylinder count actually freed up engine bay space for a dual-fan cooling system.