- Hands-on system that combines lane centering (Steering Assist) with Intelligent Cruise Control.
- Can bring the vehicle to a full stop and resume in traffic (stop-and-go).
- Single-lane operation on compatible roads; the driver steers through exits/interchanges.
Nissan ProPILOT Assist – Grade Levels Explained U.S. Market
A quick, plain-English guide to what changes as you move from ProPILOT Assist to ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link, then to ProPILOT Assist 2.0 and 2.1.
Driver-assist features are not a substitute for driver attention. Keep your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road unless the system explicitly allows brief hands-off in limited scenarios. Feature availability varies by model/trim and by road mapping coverage.
Quick Comparison
| Capability | ProPILOT Assist | ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link | ProPILOT Assist 2.0 | ProPILOT Assist 2.1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lane centering + Intelligent Cruise Control with stop-and-go | ✔︎ hands-on | ✔︎ hands-on | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
| Map-aware speed assist (curves, interchanges, posted limits) | — | ✔︎ uses nav data | ✔︎ uses HD mapping | ✔︎ uses HD mapping |
| Hands-off single-lane driving on compatible highways | — | — | ✔︎ attentive driver; limited roads | ✔︎ attentive driver; limited roads |
| Assisted lane change (driver confirms) | — | — | ✔︎ prompt to confirm | ✔︎ refinements vs 2.0 |
| On/off-ramp guidance & interchange support | — | — | ✔︎ | ✔︎ 3D HD map routing between ramps |
| Examples (U.S.) | Available on many models/trims | Standard on Ariya (all grades) | Ariya (available) | Rogue (2025) (available) |
Notes: Names and availability vary by model/trim. Hands-off use is limited to mapped highways and specific conditions; the driver must remain attentive and ready to take control.
ProPILOT Assist
ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link
- Everything in ProPILOT Assist, plus navigation/map data to help adjust speed for curves, ramps, and changing speed limits more smoothly.
- Hands-on; driver remains engaged and steers through complex maneuvers.
ProPILOT Assist 2.0
- Enables hands-off single-lane driving on certain mapped highways when conditions allow and the driver remains attentive.
- Uses high-definition mapping and 360° sensing; can assist with lane changes when the driver confirms via switch (hands back on wheel as prompted).
ProPILOT Assist 2.1
- Next evolution of ProPILOT 2.0 with refinements to hands-off single-lane driving on compatible highways.
- 3D HD-map routing between on- and off-ramps and enhanced guidance at interchanges on supported roads.
FAQs
Is ProPILOT Assist “self-driving”?
No. All versions are driver-assist, not autonomous. You must stay attentive and be ready to take control at any time.
What’s the simplest way to choose a grade?
- Daily commuting, traffic jams: ProPILOT Assist is often enough (stop-and-go + lane centering).
- Highway road-trips: ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link smooths speed for curves and ramps.
- Frequent highway miles on mapped roads: ProPILOT Assist 2.0/2.1 adds limited hands-off in a single lane, with interchange support and lane-change assistance (driver confirmation required).
Which models offer each grade?
Availability changes by model year and trim. As of 2025:
- Ariya: Standard ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link; available ProPILOT Assist 2.0 on select grades.
- Rogue (2025): Available ProPILOT Assist 2.1 on upper trims; other trims offer ProPILOT Assist/with Navi-link.
- Other models (Altima, Murano, etc.): Offer ProPILOT Assist and/or with Navi-link depending on trim.
Always review the specific trim’s window sticker or Nissan press kit for exact equipment.