Verdict
The Nissan Navara V 2.5 AT and Nissan Navara VL 2.5 AT are mechanically the same truck: 2,488 cc diesel, 187 hp, 450 Nm, 7-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. The RM12,100 gap buys the VL extra driver-assist kit, a 360-degree camera with Moving Object Detection, four rear sensors, auto wipers, an 8-way powered driver’s seat and 18-inch machined two-tone alloys. For Malaysian buyers who park in tight places or do regular highway runs, the VL’s safety and visibility upgrades matter; if not, the V keeps the same drivetrain and cabin basics for less.
Pick the Nissan Navara V 2.5 AT if you want the same 187 hp and 450 Nm diesel drivetrain, 7-AT and 5-year/150,000 km warranty for less money.
Pick the Nissan Navara VL 2.5 AT if you want the added driver assists, 360-degree camera, auto wipers and powered driver’s seat.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Navara V 2.5 AT RM134,800; Nissan Navara VL 2.5 AT RM146,900
- Wheels and tyres: V gets 17-inch alloys with 255/65R17 Bridgestone Dueler HT; VL gets 18-inch machined two-tone alloys with 255/60R18 Toyo Open Country A25
- Size and weight: V is 1,825 mm tall and 2,001 kg; VL is 1,860 mm tall and 2,006 kg
- Front seats: V has manual adjustable front seats; VL has an 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat and manual passenger seat
- Parking view: V has 2 rear sensors and a reverse camera; VL has 4 rear sensors plus a 360-degree camera with Moving Object Detection
- Safety assists: V has no blind spot info system and no lane-keeping assist; VL has blind spot info and lane warning
V 2.5 AT
- Same 2,488 cc diesel with 187 hp and 450 Nm
- Same 7-speed automatic and all-wheel drive layout
- Costs RM12,100 less than the VL
- No blind spot info system
- No lane warning
- Only 2 rear parking sensors and no 360-degree camera
VL 2.5 AT
- Adds blind spot info, lane warning, rear cross traffic alert and tyre pressure monitoring
- Gets 360-degree camera with Moving Object Detection
- Adds auto wipers and an 8-way powered driver’s seat
- Costs RM12,100 more than the V
- Slightly heavier at 2,006 kg versus 2,001 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 134,800✓ | RM 146,900 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 187 hp |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15 | 15 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-AT | 7-AT |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Nissan | Nissan |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,260 mm | 5,260 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,825 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Weight | 2,001 kg | 2,006 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/65R17 | 255/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/65R17 | 255/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler HT | Toyo Open Country A25 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Multi-link | Solid Axle with Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Machined Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Machined Two-tone Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Drum |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Driver Alert Warning | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Driver Alert Warning |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-Way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Tip-up Base | Tip-up Base |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and Moving Object Detection |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | 7" Multi-info Display, Tailgate Assist | 7" Multi-info Display, Tailgate Assist |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 830 | RM 830 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
V 2.5 AT vs VL 2.5 AT FAQ
Is the Nissan Navara V 2.5 AT or Nissan Navara VL 2.5 AT better?
The Nissan Navara VL 2.5 AT is better equipped, mainly through added safety assists, 360-degree camera, auto wipers and a powered driver’s seat. The V is better value if those extras are not must-haves.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Navara VL 2.5 AT costs RM146,900, while the Nissan Navara V 2.5 AT costs RM134,800. That makes the VL RM12,100 more expensive.
Do they use the same engine and gearbox?
Yes. Both use a 2,488 cc diesel engine with 187 hp and 450 Nm, paired with a Nissan 7-speed conventional automatic and all-wheel drive.