The new Nissan Patrol is finally here, replacing a model that had been around for 14 years. While the 2025 Armada in the U.S. drops the V-8 engine, the Patrol still offers a naturally aspirated V-6 engine option. This new model, set for release in 2024, will come with either a powerful twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 or a 3.8-liter V-6 with 316 horsepower and 285 lb-ft of torque. Though the turbo engine delivers significantly more power, there are still good reasons to choose the naturally aspirated version.

The base model of the new Nissan Patrol comes with a 3.8-liter naturally aspirated V-6. It’s more affordable and might be seen as more reliable since it lacks the twin turbos. However, it will likely consume more fuel, especially because the Patrol is large and heavy. Both engine options use a nine-speed automatic transmission and power both axles.

There’s no word yet on a high-performance Nismo version of the new Patrol, but given Nissan’s recent trend with models like the Ariya Nismo and Skyline Nismo, it wouldn’t be surprising.