Nissan Jonga
The Jonga was based on the 1960s Nissan Patrol Y60.
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Nissan Jonga
Manufacture
The SUV was built at Vehicle Factory Jabalpur (VFJ) under license from Nissan.
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Nissan Jonga
Name
Jonga stands for Jabalpur Ordnance and Guncarriage Assembly.
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Powertrain
Jongas made for the Indian Army were powered by a 110hp, 4.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine.
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Nissan Jonga
Some were made for civilians and powered by a different 4.0-litre diesel engine from Hino.
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Nissan Jonga
For the Indian Army
Indian Army started using the Jonga from 1963-64; production ended in 1999.
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Nissan Jonga
Sought after
Till date, the Jonga continues to be a sought after vehicle for classic car collectors.
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Nissan Jonga
Driving experience
You need the strength of an army
jawan
to drive one.
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Here's our experience