Importing a Nissan Patrol to the USA: What It Really Costs
A tough, body-on-frame 4x4 with a global reputation for backcountry reliability.
The Patrol is a durable, capable off-roader respected across rugged terrain worldwide.
Many desirable diesel versions were never sold in the US, so Japanese-market trucks are the source.
The full cost breakdown
Plug in your own purchase figure — everything below the vehicle scales only modestly with value. All amounts are researched 2026 estimates in USD.
| Vehicle (purchase price) | $25,000 |
| Export agent & auction fees | $1,200 |
| Ocean freight | $2,700 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $375 |
| The standard US passenger-car import duty is 2.5% of declared value | $625 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $830 |
| EPA / DOT entry & compliance paperwork | $300 |
| Inland transport & registration | $1,500 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $32,530 |
Compliance & the fine print
A Patrol that is 25 or more years old imports under the 25-year exemption from US conformity rules. Confirm the engine variant and import paperwork, since US-spec diesels were not widely offered.
Frequently asked questions
Why import a Patrol from Japan?+
Sought-after diesel models were not sold in the US, making the home market the main route.
What taxes apply at US entry?+
Just the 2.5% import duty, since the United States has no VAT.
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