Nissan Patrol

Grey at the hotel entrance

Grey gives this Nissan Patrol a quieter presence than a darker, more formal SUV. It looks at home outside a hotel on the Palm, but is just as appropriate for a family day along Jumeirah Beach Road. The appeal is less about making an entrance and more about having one car that feels right for both plans.

From the higher seating position, Downtown traffic is easier to read. The V8 feels relaxed at a steady pace on Sheikh Zayed Road, with enough response when traffic opens up. This is still a large SUV: take your time in tighter Marina car parks and over speed bumps.

Space for the whole plan

The Patrol suits families and visitors who want to travel together rather than split between cars. Its seven seats are useful for a group heading out to Dubai Hills or taking a longer drive to Abu Dhabi. If everyone is bringing substantial luggage, plan your packing around the passengers using the rear seats.

It also makes sense for a longer stay in Dubai, when plans can change from a hotel collection to an evening out without changing cars. On a motorway journey, its size and settled character are assets; in a crowded car park, they call for a little patience.

What to know before booking

This grey, five-door Patrol has a 5.6L V8 petrol engine producing 400 hp, an automatic transmission and seven seats. The rate is AED 693 per day. There is no security deposit on this car, and the minimum rental age is 18. Every rental includes 250 km per day.

Insurance is included, and delivery and pickup are free in Dubai. The car may be driven within the UAE only. If you are planning a longer booking, weekly and monthly rates are available on request via WhatsApp.