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The Euro NCAP organisation has moved faster than expected to publish the revised crash test figures following the 2008 Nissan Navara's initial poor results. A software update was introduced in December when the problem of slow air-bag deployment was identified. The revised results give the Navara three stars for adult occupant protection and four for  child occupant protection.

The secretary general of Euro NCAP, Michiel van Ratingen, says: "Nissan has acted responsibly and promptly in response to our findings." A Nissan spokeswoman points out that 130,000 Navaras, including 7,000 2008 models in the UK, have been sold with no incidents reported, and that it is the only model in the segment to offer side air bags.

The full test results can be seen here. Since we first reported on the story, Euro NCAP has confirmed that the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux are the next pickups due to be tested, although no timetable is yet available.

Nissan has rebadged its entry-level NP300 pickup, which will make its debut at this year's CV Show.

Available in single, King and double-cab form, it is powered by a Euro-4 2.5-litre direct-injection diesel producing 133hp and 304Nm of torque.

Mated to a five-speed manual transmission, it also comes equipped  with a limited slip differential, while all-wheel drive is also available.