I am onto my 3rd Y61, The current one is a 2014. They have ALL been good reliable stable genuine 4 x 4's Yes they could do with more power, but with more power comes more fuel. Considering the size and weight they do pretty well on fuel.
They are old and tested technology, they really have changed little in the last 30 years. Some see this as a negative, but I see it as a plus when the going gets tough (I am a professional Automotive/mechanical engineer).

It is comfortable on long trips.

BUT I have decided this will be my last Y61 in 3 or 4 years when I want to replace this one.... There is some newer tech out there that is finally making my head turn.... and in 3-4 years we will see how that is going for reliability.

Have Navara 05 ZD30 same engine as patrol and best oil for them I've found so far is penrite 15/50 totally different vehicle even on cold startup, they chatter alot on the 10-40 15-40 especially castrol magnetic and had to change castrol mag every 2500-3000kms absolute crap,210000kms and running like new PENRITE 15W-50 HPR DIESEL

I have had the 2002 ZD30 Diesel Auto since new. It has 112,000kms on the clock and has not missed a beat. I highly recommend this motor to anyone.
I was told if maintained and not over strained in the towing dept. meaning nothing greater than its recommended braking towing capacity you will get at least 500,000kms without breaking into a sweat. Plus its more economical than the 4.2lt brother. Plus cheaper to maintain than the 4.2.
Highly recommened. You cant go wrong!

The actual driving of it was good as it held the road well,the noise inside was normal for a diesel,the reliability was good maybe because it was the common rail system,running costs were average as my trips involved a roof top camper which raised my fuel usage.Faults were Nissans response to cracking on right rear door and the same on rear bumper and when complaining they said i must have been driving on ROUGH roads,it was my 4th patrol but have had Landcruisers since,so overall i was happy with them but Nissan were not at all good to deal with,i think the problem with the ones with engine failure was they were trying to get to much out of them

Mechanics have said its the diesel pump and quoted 4k..but cant guarantee it will fix problem..very dissapointed and have since found others having similar problems...some have called it a lemon...i have no choice but to trade it in as i wont be able to sell it privately.also on my 3rd alternator..nissan service has been quite poor as well..its back to holden for me..

Had an 03 ZD30 ST-L. Was so comfortable. The leather seats were lounge chairs, You feel like you're driving a truck, I had Mods so power was plentiful, towing was easy and it goes anywhere you point the nose at.. I now have a hilux and Offroad ability does not come close to that of the patrol. BUT! Good things always come to an end don't they. Spent a lot of time in the work shop sending me broke, ZD30 is a terrible motor, If you buy a patrol dont buy the ZD. End result was a 30k debt and a 1995 hilux upgrade

The Patrol was great. Tough, good suspension and gearbox and easy to clean! tHen the 17" wheels, abs and body cracking! The abs stops you from spinning or skidding wheels in slippery conditions. So it is no longer an off road vehicle and I have been towed
by Suzukis! Embarrassing

I've owned this car 1 year now. I've noticed huge differences if you sit on 100kph and 90kph. Average both tanks have been 650 to 670ks sitting on 85 to 90ks at 100kph I was getting 550 to 600. No towing but car has many things inside. Never reached dead empty on main. Even befour switching over from main to sub. I've noticed I can get 60ks sitting on empty. So it would've been close and no fuel light came on. Not sure if it has one.

Bought this Patrol it is an 2006 model last of the 4.2 before that i had a 2004 GU 3ltre brand new off the shelf & at 26000 ks done an injector pump gear which Nissan fixed then it done a clutch then i said that is 2 to many problems so i started searching for the iconic 4.2 my friends girl friend found this it was in WA at fowles i bought it over the phone it was delivered to fowels here in Melbourne since that day i have nor looked back i sold the 3ltre lost money but who cares i have the beast now it has a 3" exhaust pipe fitted 2" lift kit i all electrical myself the beast is nearly finished i have spent close to $20,000 on it but won't need to spend any more once the turbo upgrade is done love my Nissan GU 4.2 .

I love Patrols (the 4.8 petrol) - have had 3, have racked up over 300,000 km with absolutely no problems. They have gone extreme off road, then back to cruising on long trips, without ever breaking down. Very comfortable, road holding good for what it is. Only thing is fuel consumption at around 17l/100km, but that is a small price to pay for such a great car

I bought my Patrol 3.0 TD in 2004 and despite the negative press on the 3.0TD engine, I have now done 125,000klm ( yes I dont drive it much) and never had any issues. I have changed oil every 5000klm and used Castrol Magnatec 10w40 but I must admit I dont tow anything heavy or do any 4x4 work. I think the 3.0 TD engine issues were sorted out pre 2002 anyway werent they? All I have changed on my Patrol are the bonnet rams which lost their pressure. I still have the original brake pads on the car!

I have had 5 new patrols over the years all have been good but with this model Nissan have not put enough thought & have used poor quality parts. I have had this car since new & well looked after, servicing, clean, garaged & have had nothing but trouble, as soon as the 50,000 k/m warranty was over the starter motor needed replacing, radiator blocked, went on a dirt road & the screws holding in the rear lights fell out ( this is a 4wd people !! ) the car went into limp mode & turbo died whilst towing. After all these years NO MORE Nissan for me EVER AGAIN !! I traded this heap of rubbish on another brand. Stay away from these cars.

Never buy a Nissan Patrol. We bought one and it has broken down at least once a year, ruining holidays and costing us a LOT of money. The dealerships don't want to know - rude and unhelpful. Nissan also put out a product recall on the car, made the issues worse AND charged us for the work. Worst car I have ever owned. Do not buy one, you will regret it thoroughly if you do.

Well, just heard from Nissan about 10 minutes ago and they will not cover my vehicle (2013 GU8, 3L CRD) for the blown turbo at 36,000kms because a "foreign object" made the damage.....not sure how a foreign object could get into the turbo in the first place.....well, after 2 Patrol, it is time to go to Toyota.....

Well I have my 2004 GU IV 4.2ti, 3in exhaust, turbo boosted to 12psi, 215lt main tank, stock sub both filled to the brim, camp gear for 4 adults, 80lt fridge and towing camper trailer about 950kg. that being said river crossings a breeze, climbs the mountain trails no probs and thinking about putting an "attach Toyota here" sicker as it seems I'm always pulling them out or up and goes on the highway only downfall it is thirsty.
its a small price to pay though coz at the end of the day it's unbreakable and extremely capable.