Who says power can’t come with legroom? Nissan has officially launched its most powerful version of the Patrol yet. Called the Patrol NISMO, this high-performance SUV now comes with a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine that makes up to 488 hp in Sport Mode. That’s more than the standard Patrol’s 425 hp, while torque stays the same at 700 Nm.

The Patrol NISMO also gets a new look made for better airflow and control. It has a reshaped V-Motion grille with a new honeycomb mesh to help with airflow and keep the engine cool. On the sides of the bumper, new vents help move air out of the wheel wells, which reduces lift and helps the SUV stay planted on the road. At the back, Nissan added a longer rear spoiler, new air diffusers, and splitters to create more downforce. There’s also a red trim on the wing and a fog light inspired by Formula E race cars.

Inside, the Patrol NISMO has a black and red interior, with red stitching on the seats, steering wheel, and dashboard. The cabin uses leather and suede, with extra details like red trim, a red engine start button, carbon-style panels, and aluminum pedals. The seat design even copies the honeycomb shape of the front grille, and there are NISMO logos on the headrests, so you know it’s something special.

To match its power, the Patrol NISMO rides on 22-inch RAYS forged alloy wheels, which are 23 percent lighter than standard ones. These wheels come with 275/50 high-performance tires to help with grip and control. The suspension is also lower, which improves handling, although it slightly reduces ground clearance.

Now you can take the whole family for a ride that doesn’t hold back when it comes to power. Right now, it’s only sold in the Middle East, but because the Philippines is one of Nissan’s top Patrol markets, there’s a good chance we’ll see it here too. You can check out the current Patrol and other Nissan vehicles at AutoDeal.com.ph.

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