Why are there not many people driving the Nissan Patrol?
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The reasons why few people drive the Nissan Patrol are as follows: 1. The driving force is a bit weak: equipped with a 5.6L high-horsepower naturally aspirated diesel engine, with a maximum power of 293kw and a maximum torque of 555Nm, paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. Although the power/torque ratio is quite eye-catching by today's standards, the sheer weight of 2788kg makes the driving experience somewhat sluggish. 2. High fuel consumption: A high-horsepower diesel engine inevitably consumes a lot of fuel, adding significant "burden" to the engine, making it a well-deserved "gas guzzler." The official combined fuel consumption is 14.7L/100km, with owner-reported fuel consumption ranging from 14.36-19.12L/100km, averaging 16.74L per 100km. 3. The second-row seats cannot be adjusted forward or backward: The second-row seats require a lever to flip forward, unlike most seven-seat SUVs that allow forward and backward movement. Additionally, due to the high body, accessing the third row is quite cumbersome. 4. Large body makes parking inconvenient: The Nissan Patrol has overall dimensions of 5140x2080x1960mm and a wheelbase of 3075mm, making it larger in all aspects compared to competitors like the Land Cruiser 5700 and Lexus LX570. While this ensures ample interior space and a wading depth of 700mm, truly designed for off-roading, such a massive body is very inconvenient for urban driving, not to mention parking. The front blind spot is also relatively large.