Nissan Navara 2005–2010 car dimensions: 5220 mm long, 1850 mm wide and 1784 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,038 kg. Braked towing is 2,600 kg.
The Double Cab seats five with a spacious cabin and practical storage including twin gloveboxes and under-seat compartments. Dual-zone climate control is fitted on mid and higher grades. Cruise control appears on SE and above. Higher trims or options add a 7-inch touchscreen navigation system with Bluetooth and a colour reversing camera. Rear parking sensors are available as an option. No advanced driver aids like automatic emergency braking are listed.
The Double Cab load bed measures 1511 mm long by 1560 mm wide (1130 mm between wheelarches) and 457 mm high, giving 2.36 cubic metres of capacity. Rear seats fold 60/40 for extra in-cab storage. C-channel tie-downs help secure loads.
Double Cab models tow up to 2600 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked. Payload reaches around 1050 kg depending on specification, with some variants listed up to 1175 kg. The ladder-frame chassis and leaf-spring rear axle suit work duties and leisure towing.
The Double Cab cabin seats five adults with a 60/40 split rear bench that folds for extra space. Dual-zone climate control is available from mid grades. Higher grades add leather trim, power-adjusted and heated front seats, and an electric sunroof. Storage includes a double glovebox, door bottle holders and under-seat trays. Thick carpet and adjustable headrests give a more saloon-like feel than a basic work truck.
2.5 dCi combined fuel use from 8.1 l/100 km, CO2 from 214 g/km
Service interval 20 000 km or 12 months
Euro NCAP adult occupant 3 stars after 2008 airbag software update
Standard ABS with EBD and Brake Assist plus dual front airbags
Side and curtain airbags standard or optional by grade
3-year/60 000-mile warranty plus 12-year anti-corrosion cover
Official combined fuel consumption for the 2.5 dCi Double Cab sits between 8.1 and 9.8 l/100 km depending on power output and gearbox, with CO2 figures from 214 g/km upward. Real-world use is higher under load or towing.
Nissan lists a 20 000 km or annual service interval for European models. Oil and filter changes form the core of routine care. severe use shortens intervals. Warranty covers three years or 60 000 miles with separate paint and corrosion protection.
Standard safety kit includes dual front airbags, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, three-point belts and ISOFIX points on the Double Cab. Side and curtain airbags plus active front head restraints appear on higher grades or as options. After the initial Euro NCAP test Nissan updated airbag software. retested cars scored three stars for adult protection.
Keeping the vehicle means watching the 4WD system, rear differential and chassis for heavy-duty wear. Regular underbody checks help with corrosion given the long anti-rust warranty. Parts and labour stay straightforward for a ladder-frame pick-up of this age.
Length 5220 mm, Width 1850 mm, Height 1784 mm, Wheelbase 3200 mm (Navara 2005–2010)
Sources: manufacturer data, Nissan Europe Navara Technische Daten, June 2005, Double Cab 4x4 YD25DDTi, The sheet is marked preliminary pending EC type approval, Nissan UK Navara electronic brochure, 15 February 2006: five seats, airbags and 16-inch steel or 17-inch alloy wheels.