Verdict
At RM98,600 against RM117,600, this is less a mechanical upgrade than a choice between a two-seat workhorse and a five-seat pickup. Both use the 161 hp/403 Nm 2.5-litre diesel, six-speed manual and AWD. The SE’s extra outlay brings four doors, stability control, dual-zone automatic climate control and 17-inch alloys, while the Single Cab counters with a reverse camera. For Malaysian buyers carrying a crew, the SE is the sensible stretch; for two occupants and a tighter budget, the Single Cab is enough.
Pick the Nissan Navara Single Cab 2.5 MT if you need only two seats, want the lower outlay and value its reverse camera.
Pick the Nissan Navara SE 2.5 MT if you need five seats and four doors, plus stability control and more cabin equipment.
Key differences
- Price: RM98,600 vs RM117,600
- Doors and seats: 2 doors/2 seats vs 4 doors/5 seats
- Stability control: — vs ✓
- Air-conditioning: single-zone manual vs dual-zone automatic climate control
- Reverse camera: Yes vs —
- Wheels: 16-inch steel with 205R16C tyres vs 17-inch alloy with 255/65R17 tyres
Single Cab 2.5 MT
- Reverse camera is fitted
- 131 kg lighter at 1,828 kg
- Two-door, two-seat layout suits a dedicated two-person cab
- No stability control
- Only single-zone manual air-conditioning, with no rear vents
- Two seats and two doors instead of five seats and four doors
SE 2.5 MT
- Five seats and four doors
- Stability control and hill start assist
- Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents
- No reverse camera
- Heavier kerb weight of 1,959 kg versus 1,828 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,600✓ | RM117,600 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM830 |
| 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 | 161 hp | 161 hp |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15 | 15 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 6MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Nissan | Nissan |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,335 mm | 5,260 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Weight | 1,828 kg | 1,959 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 205R16C | 255/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205R16C | 255/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler HT | Dunlop Grandtrek AT23 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Solid Axle with Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Tip-up Base |
| Front Air-con | Single-Zone Manual | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two 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 | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Multi-info Display | Multi-info Display, Tailgate Assist |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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.
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Single Cab 2.5 MT vs SE 2.5 MT FAQ
Is the Nissan Navara Single Cab 2.5 MT or Nissan Navara SE 2.5 MT better?
The Nissan Navara SE 2.5 MT is better for most private users because it has five seats, four doors, stability control and dual-zone automatic climate control. Choose the Single Cab if two seats are enough and its reverse camera matters more.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Navara SE 2.5 MT costs RM19,000 more than the Nissan Navara Single Cab 2.5 MT.
Which Nissan Navara is better for carrying passengers?
The Nissan Navara SE 2.5 MT is the clear choice for passengers. It has four doors, five three-point seat belts, ISOFIX on the two outer rear seats, a tip-up rear bench and rear air-con vents; the Single Cab has two seats.
