Nissan has converted its full-size Armada SUV into the Jungle Patrol concept for this year’s SEMA show in Las Vegas. The open-air build is designed as a safari-oriented counterpart to the desert-focused Dune Patrol revealed by the automaker in 2025.
The most noticeable change is the removal of the Armada’s roof. In its place, Nissan installed a tubular roll cage to provide occupants with a clearer view of their surroundings. The rear cabin features inward-facing bench seats, a layout commonly associated with safari vehicles.
The Jungle Patrol also receives hardware intended for more demanding terrain. It rides on prototype 18-inch NISMO wheels fitted with 37-inch Yokohama Geolandar G003 M/T tires. A custom long-travel suspension from CJD Racing uses adjustable coil-overs with remote reservoirs and bypass, while the vehicle’s track is wider than that of a standard Armada.
Custom steel bumpers and fender flares reinforce the concept’s rugged appearance. NISMO off-road lights are mounted on both the bumper and roof to provide additional illumination, and the exterior features a “Jungle Patrol” livery with claw-mark graphics across the rear doors.
The Armada’s standard 425-horsepower twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 remains unchanged mechanically, although Nissan has added a custom NISMO cat-back exhaust. The company has not indicated that the Jungle Patrol will enter production, but elements such as its prototype wheels and custom bumpers could potentially become NISMO aftermarket offerings.
Sources: Car and Driver.