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Nissan Navara, 1985–1998

Nissan Navara 1st generation (D21) specifications

The Nissan Navara 1st generation (D21) was built from 1985 to 1998. This page lists all 17 versions (pickup) with 74–146 hp and 159–197 Nm of torque.

74–146 hp
Power (55–109 kW)
159–197 Nm
Torque (117–145 lb-ft)
13.2 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
160 km/h
Highest top speed (99 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Nissan Navara 1st generation (D21).
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
2.5 AT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.5 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW———Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 MT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.5 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW———Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 AT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.5 litre diesel79 hp 59 kW———Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 MT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.5 litre diesel79 hp 59 kW———Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.7 MT 4WD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin2.7 litre diesel84 hp 63 kW177 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 MT 4WD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin2.0 litre gasoline90 hp 67 kW159 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.7 AT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.7 litre diesel98 hp 73 kW———Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.7 MT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.7 litre diesel98 hp 73 kW———Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.4 AT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.4 litre gasoline99 hp 74 kW———Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.4 MT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.4 litre gasoline99 hp 74 kW———Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.4 AT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.4 litre gasoline122 hp 91 kW197 Nm——Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.4 MT 4WD Pickup Double cabin2.4 litre gasoline122 hp 91 kW197 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.4 MT 4WD Pickup One-and-a-half cabin2.4 litre gasoline122 hp 91 kW197 Nm13.2 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
3.0 AT 4WD Pickup Double cabin3.0 litre gasoline146 hp 109 kW———Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
3.0 MT 4WD Pickup Double cabin3.0 litre gasoline146 hp 109 kW———Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 D AT AWD Pickup Double cabin———————
2.5 D MT AWD Pickup Double cabin———————

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 1st generation (D21), pickup.
Length4,966 mm196 in
Width1,689 mm66 in
Height1,694 mm67 in
Wheelbase2,949 mm116 in
Ground clearance220 mm9 in
Kerb weight1,620 kg3,571 lb
Seats5
Fuel tank72 litres19 US gal

Questions about the Nissan Navara 1st generation (D21)

What is the most powerful Nissan Navara 1st generation (D21)?

The 3.0 AT 4WD pickup double cabin, with 146 hp (109 kW).

How fast is the Nissan Navara 1st generation (D21) from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 2.4 MT 4WD pickup one-and-a-half cabin, takes 13.2 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Nissan Navara 1st generation (D21) have?

Engines from 2.0 to 3.0 litres, running on diesel or gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Nissan Navara 1st generation (D21)?

About 4,966 mm long, 1,689 mm wide and 1,694 mm tall (196 in long), weighing 1,620 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Nissan Navara generation

  1. 1st generation (D21) 1985–1998
  2. D22 1997–2001
  3. 2nd generation (D22) 1998–2007
  4. D22, facelift 2001–2005
  5. 3rd generation (D40) 2004–2010
  6. 3rd generation (D40), facelift 2010–2015
  7. 4th generation (D23) 2014–present
  8. 5th generation (D27) 2025–present

Nissan Navara overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.