Mid-size SUV · 2025
Nissan Terra 2025 Philippines
₱1,749,000 — ₱2,489,000
69
Expressway Score
15
km/L highway
6
Airbags
Class 1
Toll Class
Expressway Score
69/100GOOD
Score Breakdown
Overview
The 2025 Nissan Terra is a mid-size diesel SUV that commands attention with the highest torque output in its class — 450 Nm from a 2.5L YD25DDTi turbodiesel engine producing 187 hp. Built on the Navara pickup platform, the Terra combines body-on-frame ruggedness with an SUV-refined cabin that seats 7 passengers comfortably. The Nissan Terra price Philippines ranges from ₱1,749,000 for the EL 2.5 MT to ₱2,489,000 for the range-topping VL 4x4 AT, positioning it as a strong alternative to the Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Montero Sport, and Ford Everest. The 7-speed automatic transmission on AT variants provides smoother and more efficient highway shifting than the Fortuner's 6-speed. Higher variants feature Nissan Intelligent Mobility with autonomous emergency braking, while the 466L cargo area is one of the largest in the segment. The Terra appeals to Filipino families and professionals who prioritize torque, towing capability, and diesel efficiency for regular long-distance expressway driving.
Expressway Driving Review
The Nissan Terra is a formidable expressway performer that leverages its class-leading 450 Nm of torque for effortless highway driving on NLEX, SLEX, Skyway, and TPLEX. Overtaking slow-moving trucks and buses requires minimal effort — the 2.5L diesel delivers strong pulling power from just 2,000 rpm, and the 7-speed automatic responds quickly to throttle inputs without the gear-hunting behavior common in 6-speed rivals. At a steady 80-100 km/h cruise, the Terra achieves 13-15 km/L on diesel, translating to approximately ₱3.90-4.30 per kilometer of expressway driving — competitive for a vehicle of this size and weight. The cabin is well-insulated at highway speeds, with NVH levels that rival the Fortuner and approach the Ford Everest's refinement. Autonomous emergency braking on VE and VL variants provides an important safety net for highway driving, automatically applying brakes when a potential collision is detected. The 225mm ground clearance handles any toll plaza surface or construction zone without concern. Cruise control is available on VE and VL variants for reduced fatigue on long TPLEX stretches. As a Class 1 vehicle, toll from Balintawak to Dau on NLEX costs ₱411. The main expressway limitation is the absence of adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist, which competitors like the Fortuner LTD offer.
Driver Assistance Features
Nissan Terra 2025 Price & Variants
| Variant | Price | Transmission | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| EL 2.5 MT | ₱1,749,000 | MT | diesel |
| VE 2.5 AT | ₱1,959,000 | AT | diesel |
| VL 4x2 AT | ₱2,189,000 | AT | diesel |
| VL 4x4 AT | ₱2,489,000 | AT | diesel |
Specifications
Engine & Performance
- Displacement
- 2,488 cc
- Power
- 187 hp @ 3,600 rpm
- Torque
- 450 Nm @ 2,000 rpm
- Transmission
- 6MT / 7AT
- Fuel Type
- diesel
Dimensions
- Length × Width × Height
- 4900 × 1865 × 1865 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2850 mm
- Ground Clearance
- 225 mm
- Kerb Weight
- 2,125 kg
- Trunk Capacity
- 466L
Fuel Efficiency
15
km/L Highway
10
km/L City
Pros & Cons for Expressway Driving
Pros
- ✓450 Nm torque — highest in the mid-size SUV class for effortless expressway overtaking
- ✓7-speed automatic transmission provides smoother highway shifting than Fortuner's 6-speed
- ✓466L cargo area — among the largest in the segment for family road trips
- ✓Autonomous emergency braking on VE and VL variants adds critical highway safety
- ✓187 hp diesel engine — more powerful than the Fortuner 2.4L (148 hp)
- ✓225mm ground clearance handles any road surface or expressway construction zone
- ✓Diesel efficiency of 13-15 km/L keeps per-kilometer costs competitive at ₱3.90-4.30
Cons
- ✗No adaptive cruise control on any variant — must maintain speed manually on long drives
- ✗No lane keep assist — behind Fortuner LTD and Everest Titanium+ in ADAS features
- ✗Heaviest in class at 2,125 kg — affects fuel efficiency and braking distances
- ✗Older platform compared to the redesigned Ford Everest and updated Montero Sport
- ✗ADAS limited to AEB only — no blind spot monitoring or rear cross-traffic alert
- ✗Smaller Nissan dealer network than Toyota limits provincial service accessibility