| Nissan Terra | |
|---|---|
 Nissan Terra 2.5 VE (pre-facelift, Philippines) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Model code | WD23[1] |
| Also called | Nissan X-Terra (Middle East, facelift)[2] Fengdu Paladin (China)[3] Maanian Terra (Iran)[4] |
| Production | 2018–present |
| Assembly |
|
| Designer | Masato Takahashi[6] Masanobu Ino[7] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size SUV |
| Body style | 5-doorSUV |
| Layout | |
| Platform | Nissan F-Alpha platform |
| Chassis | Body-on-frame |
| Related | Nissan Navara (D23) Mercedes-Benz X-Class Renault Alaskan Dongfeng Rich/Ruiqi 6/7 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Power output |
|
| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm (112.2 in)[8] |
| Length |
|
| Width |
|
| Height |
|
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | |
TheNissan Terra is amid-size SUV manufactured byNissan. It was launched to the public at theApril 2018 Auto China. The Terra is positioned in size between theX-Trail/Roguecompact crossover andPatrol/Armadafull-size SUV. The Terra also fills the position left by theR51 series Pathfinder that sold between 2005 and 2012 and replaces thePaladin in China. The name "Terra" isLatin for "earth".[9]
In 2011, when the development of theD23 Navara started, Nissan was considering to develop an SUV based on the Navara as the successor for the Paladin. At the early phase of the development, Nissan executives aimed the car for the growing Chinese and Middle East market. However, the development was halted between 2014 and 2015 as executives were undecided with the new SUV position segment-wise, with the popularX-Trail sitting very close to the aimed segment.[10]
The Terra had been planned to be launched in 2016, however several constraints in its development delayed its launch. In 2015, segment competitors includingToyota Fortuner,Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, andFord Everest had their new generation launched, which delayed the development in order to evaluate and improve the details of the Terra to be able to compete. The development was also constrained by anew excise tax structure based on emissions introduced by the Thai government, which forced Nissan to engineer the cleanerYS23DDTT diesel engine to the Terra. As a result, the Terra release was delayed by two years.[10] The official details of the vehicle were eventually revealed in 15 March 2018 and was unveiled in the following month.
According to Pedro Deanda, chief product specialist that supervised the development of the vehicle, the Terra shares the front door panels, front hood bonnet and the door handles with the D23 Navara. The chassis and suspension was re-engineered to be shorter for comfort and maneuverability.[10]
The Terra has three engine options: a 2.5 LQR25DEI4petrol engine that produces 134 kW (180 hp; 182 PS) at 6,000 rpm and 251 N⋅m (185 lbf⋅ft) of torque at 4,000 rpm, a 2.3 Ltwin-turbochargedYS23DDTT or 2.5 LYD25DDTi I4diesel engines that both produce 140 kW (188 hp; 190 PS) at 3,600 rpm or 3,750 rpm and 450 N⋅m (330 lbf⋅ft) of torque at 2,000 rpm or 1,500–2,500 rpm respectively. The engines are mated to a 6-speedmanual or 7-speedautomatic transmission. The ground clearance is measured at 225 mm (8.9 in).[11][12][13]
The Terra is currently on sale, as of May 2024, in thissui generis French Overseas Collectivity.[14] It is the only place in the entire French Republic where the Terra can be purchased officially.
The Terra was launched in China in April 2018 produced byZhengzhou Nissan as the successor of thePaladin in China. In 2023, news of the rebadged pre-facelift Nissan Terra for the Chinese market surfaced, while still being produced by Zhengzhou Nissan, the rebadged Terra is renamed to Dongfeng Paladin, also known as the Oting Paladin,[15][16] sold under the Dongfeng brand. It has a4K31 engine.[3]
In April 2023, the Paladin was sold in the Russian market.[17] The vehicle is marketed by Sinotech Automobile.[18]
On 28 May 2018, the Terra was launched in the Philippines. It gets a 2.5-litre diesel engine option. Compared to the Chinese version, it is 15 mm (0.6 in) wider, 3 mm (0.1 in) longer and seats 7 (compared to 5). It is offered in five trim options.[19][20]
The facelifted Terra was released on 1 September 2021.[21]
The Terra was launched in Indonesia on 2 August 2018 at the26th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show. Imported from Thailand, it came with the similar specs as the Philippine version.[22] The import was temporarily suspended between 2020 and 2022 due to low sales. 2,757 units were sold before the import suspension.
The facelifted Terra was introduced on 11 August 2022 at the29th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, after a nearly three-year hiatus, while sales began on 10 March 2023 after being launched at the2nd Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week.[23]
The Terra was launched in Thailand on 16 August 2018. It uses the 2.3 L diesel engine option to comply with Thailand's excise tax structure.[24][25][26] The 2.3-liter engine,YS23DDTT produces less CO2 pollution than the 2.5 LYD25DDTi engine, precisely 196 g/km which is lower than the 200 g/km limit regulated by the Thai government to get a 5% tax incentive.[10]
The facelifted Terra was also launched in Thailand on 19 August 2021. With this facelift, it received upgraded safety and tech.[27]
In the Brunei market, the Terra was launched in early 2019, and it is offered in Mid, High, and Premium models. The Terra comes with only a 2.5-litre diesel engine (all trims), 7-speed automatic (High and Premium) or 6-speed manual (Mid), tire-pressure monitoring system (Premium), around-view monitor (Premium), 18-inch rims (High and Premium), 17-inch rims (Mid), hill-descent control (Premium) and 6 airbags for all trims. It received a facelift on 26 December 2021 with two variants: 2.5 High and 2.5 4WD Premium, both powered by a 2.5-litre turbodiesel engine with a 7-speed automatic.
The facelifted Terra was launched inGCC markets on 25 November 2020 as theX-Terra. It also underwent a major update on the front fascia, rear fascia, and dashboard design.[28] The GCC market X-Terra is offered in SE, Titanium, and Platinum trim levels, all of which are powered by a 2.5-litre QR25DE petrol engine.[29]
The Fengdu Paladin was introduced as theLEO-MX8 in February 2022 but in 2024 Persia Khodro started the production of it under the name ofManian Terra. Persia Khodro advertises it as a Nissan Terra bin spite of its Chinese origins.[30]
| Test | Points |
|---|---|
| Overall: |  |
| Adult occupant: | 44.70 |
| Child occupant: | 20.79 |
| Safety assist: | 17.69 |
.jpg)
.jpg)
.jpg)
| Year | China[32] | Thailand | Philippines | Indonesia[33] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 12,518 | 1,128[34] | 4,151[35] | 791[36] |
| 2019 | 10,900 | 1,754[37] | 10,469[38] | 1,166 |
| 2020 | 14,110 | 1,338[39] | 3,898[40] | 800[41] |
| 2021 | 15,857 | 592[42] | 3,970[43] | |
| 2022 | 9,587 | 1,202[44] | ||
| 2023 | 1,148[45] | 126 | ||
| 2024 | 486[46] | 5,779[47] | 86 |
