New 2026 Nissan Navara unveiled! Australian release date, engine details and everything else you need to know

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Nissan has globally revealed its new fifth-generation Navara ute, designated D27, complete with details for the forthcoming Australian lineup that is confirmed to hit local showrooms in Q1 2026.

As expected, the Navara is all-new (for Nissan) in that it is heavily based on the current sixth-generation Mitsubishi Triton, sharing the same “alliance” ladderframe chassis and architecture, the same 2.4-litre turbodiesel four-based powertrain and much of its exterior body work. 

On that, it appears that very little of the Navara’s exterior metalwork varies from that of the Triton apart from the new front fascia, the tailgate shell and selected exterior garnish. Nissan Australia has not confirmed exactly how much exterior commonality the D27 Navara has with its Mitsubishi twin.

The new Navara face features a “bull bar inspired” V-strut shield grille dovetailed with modern-look C-shaped headlights. Wheel designs for the range are unique to Nissan’s line-up.

Nissan Australia has confirmed, though, that the D27 will only be offered as a dual-cab, given that “90 percent of customers for the outgoing D23 [selected] a double cab paired with an automatic transmission”.

The consolidation of the Navara means that there will be no 4x2s, no cab-chassis or king/extended cab body styles, and no manual transmission options in this new D27 generation. 

It’s been confirmed that power comes from the shared twin-turbocharged 2.4-litre diesel four outputting the same 150kW and 470Nm as the Triton unit, which to 10kW and 20Nm up to the outgoing 2.3-litre oiler. The outgoing N23 seven-speed automatic is replaced by a six-speed auto. 

Combined consumption under “preliminary specification” is quoted as 7.7L/100km, while all variants fit a 75-litre tank (with AdBlue required in its own 17-litre tank). That makes for a theoretical combined-cycle range of around 974 kilometres claimed. 

The existing D23 variant line-up carries over into the D27 generation, with the yet-unconfirmed lower-grade trims – possible SL and ST reboots – being offered with what’s called ‘Easy 4WD’, an on-demand 4×4 system that uses electronic (by brake) LSD effect on the rear axle.

Both the ST-X and Pro-4X (or P4X for short) feature the ‘Super 4WD’ driveline format, which brings full-time high-range 4×4 and a Torsen-type mechanical rear limited slip differential. The higher-grade versions also bring a broader selection of (seven) terrain drive modes: Normal, Eco, Gravel, Snow, Mud, Sand and Rock.   

The Navara Pro-4X Warrior is ”under development” by Premcar and not expected to be available in Q1 2026 with the wider Navara range.

Nissan Australia revealed at the local preview drive of the new D27 Navara that three suspension tunes will be available, presumably dedicated calibrations for lower and higher grades, as well as a bespoke set-up for the Warrior.

The unique, tuned-by-Premcar Australian suspension calibrations are said to have benefitted from 12 months and around 18,000 kilometres of localised testing across a variety of terrains. Power steering is electric, while brakes are front discs and rear drums.

All versions of the Navara will come with 3500kg of braked towing capability, with 350kg of towball download. “Preliminary specifications” have mainline (non-Warrior) variants at 2120-2140kg kerb, with a GVM of 3190kg and GCM of 6250kg. 

Payloads for the dual-cab only lineup is between 950kg and 1047kg depending on the variant.

Interior wise, much the exterior, the Navara ports a lot of Mitsubishi DNA – especially the dash fascia – though the Nissan fits a specific wheel design.

Media wise, a 9.0-inch touchscreen unit is fitted across the range that features DAB+ and surround view camera system, while phone connectivity is wireless Apple CarPlay with wired Android Auto. Elsewhere, the instrument cluster is a 7.0-inch TFT design, while wireless phone charging is standard on the ST-X and P4X grades. 

Safety wise, the Navara fits eight airbags, forward autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning and lane assist, blind spot monitoring, lane change assist, front and rear cross traffic alerts, driver monitoring, adaptive cruise control and emergency assist for pedal misapplication, preventing unintended acceleration. 

More definitive Australian specifications and pricing will come to light closer to the D27 Navara’s local launch in Q1 next year and stay tuned for full drive of the new-gen ute soon.