The quick answer
If you want a full-size SUV you can drive home this month, a used 2021–2023 Nissan Patrol is the proven pick. Most are listed around AED 180,000–193,000 on CarSwitch, they hold their value well, and parts are everywhere. The 2027 Mitsubishi Pajero is genuinely exciting — but it’s a first-year model with no resale track record and a launch price likely north of AED 200,000. Unless you need to be first, the Patrol is the smarter move right now.
The short version
- A 2021 Patrol lists around AED 180,000 — roughly 44% less than a brand-new one.
- A 2023 Patrol lists around AED 186,000, still worth about 81% of a one-year-old example after three years.
- The 2027 Pajero resets the nameplate entirely — new platform, new look, no UAE resale history yet.
- Patrol parts and service centres are everywhere in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Pajero support will need time to scale.
- If resale value matters to you, the Patrol’s track record is hard to argue with.
Nissan Patrol price in UAE — what the used market looks like
The Patrol is one of the most searched SUVs on CarSwitch. Looking at the Nissan Patrol price in UAE right now, you’ll see a clear pattern: these trucks hold value unusually well in the three-to-five-year window. A 2023 model still fetches about 81% of what a one-year-old Patrol costs. A 2021 model holds roughly 78% (CarSwitch listings data, July 2026).
Compare that to the luxury-SUV category overall, where a five-year-old model typically retains closer to 49%. The Patrol punches well above its weight.
| Model Year | Asking Price (AED) | Km on the Clock | Value Retained vs 1-Year-Old |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 229,990 | 16,000 | — |
| 2023 | 186,000 | 39,700 | 81% |
| 2022 | 193,000 | 83,500 | 84% |
| 2021 | 179,990 | 74,376 | 78% |
| 2020 | 146,995 | 95,195 | 64% |
Notice the 2022 actually lists a touch higher than the 2023. That’s likely a trim mix — some fully loaded 2022 V8s command a premium. If you’re after fair value, the 2021 Patrol is the sweet spot: lower mileage than the 2020, and about AED 143,000 less than buying new.
“Patrol buyers in Dubai aren’t just shopping on price — they want the V8, low mileage, and a clean inspection report. That combination holds its value year after year.”
Kamel Abbou, Country Manager, UAE, at CarSwitch
The 2027 Pajero — what we know so far
Mitsubishi has officially revealed the next-generation Pajero, and it’s a ground-up redesign. Ladder-frame chassis, a new turbocharged engine lineup, and a size that puts it squarely against the Patrol and the Land Cruiser. Regional specs for the UAE aren’t confirmed yet, but the global reveal suggests a starting price above AED 200,000.
Here’s what matters for a buyer weighing this against a used Patrol:
- No resale data. A first-model-year vehicle has zero track record. The Patrol has decades of it.
- Service network. Nissan has service centres across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Mitsubishi’s network is smaller, and parts availability for a brand-new platform takes time.
- First-year risk. Even well-engineered cars get teething issues in year one. A 2021–2023 Patrol has had its recalls sorted and its quirks documented.
Size and capability — closer than you think
The new Pajero is expected to match the Patrol on wheelbase. Both are body-on-frame, both offer proper low-range transfer cases, and both are built for the kind of driving people actually do here — highway cruising, desert weekends, and towing boats to Jebel Ali.
The Patrol’s 4.0L V6 and 5.6L V8 are known quantities. The V8 commands about 7% more on the used market than a four-cylinder SUV across CarSwitch listings. If towing and power matter, the Patrol V8 is a safe bet. The Pajero’s turbo engines are promising on paper, but nobody’s done 80,000 km on one in Abu Dhabi heat yet.
Running costs — the Patrol’s hidden advantage
Owning a Patrol in the UAE is about as hassle-free as a full-size SUV gets. Independent workshops stock parts. Insurance is straightforward because insurers know the model inside out. And because so many Patrols are on the road, service pricing stays reasonable.
A clean accident history matters, though. Across the SUVs we list, a minor accident knocks about 9% off the price. No accidents? You’re not paying a penalty. That’s worth confirming through an inspection-verified listing before you commit.
The Pajero will eventually build that same ecosystem. It just isn’t there yet.
A 2021 Patrol lists at AED 179,990 — about AED 143,000 less than buying new.
At three years old, a Patrol still holds 81% of its near-new value.
The broader luxury-SUV category holds just 49% at five years — the Patrol beats that by nearly 30 points.
So who should wait for the Pajero?
If you’re an early adopter who values new tech and doesn’t mind absorbing first-year value loss, the 2027 Pajero could be genuinely worth the wait. Mitsubishi clearly built it to compete at the top.
But if you want a proven SUV with strong resale, a deep parts network, and transparent pricing you can see right now — a 2021–2023 Patrol is hard to beat. You’ll save over AED 130,000 compared to buying new, and you’ll be driving something the UAE market already trusts.
Your next step
Browse inspection-verified Nissan Patrols on CarSwitch — every listing includes a detailed report so you know exactly what you’re getting. Real people are here to help if you want to narrow it down. Or start wider with all used cars in Dubai and see what fits your budget.
On CarSwitch, a 2021 Patrol lists around AED 180,000 and a 2023 model around AED 186,000. That’s roughly 40–44% less than buying one new.
Very well. A three-year-old Patrol still holds about 81% of its near-new value, which is significantly stronger than most luxury SUVs in the UAE.
The Pajero is a fresh design with no UAE resale history or established service network yet. If you want a proven SUV with strong resale and easy parts access, a 2021–2023 Patrol is the safer pick right now.
Look for a clean accident history — a minor accident can knock about 9% off value. Confirm the service record and look for an inspection-verified listing so there are no surprises.
