The 4-Door Sports Car is back The first production model of the all-new 2009 Nissan Maxima today rolled off the assembly line at Nissan North America’s Smyrna, Tenn., manufacturing plant, signalling the return of Nissan’s flagship to its roots as a commanding 4-door sports car. Sporting a bold new look, as wel
Nissan today introduced the all-new Skyline coupe in Japan, a grand touring coupe designed to set new benchmarks for dynamic styling and outstanding driving performance. It is available now at Nissan dealers nationwide. The new Skyline coupe builds on the strengths and attributes of the current Skyline sedan - attraction, sophistication and high-performance - and takes them to an even higher level. It combines dramatic styling and a refined, driver-oriented interior with the advanced performan
I look at her and the only thing that comes to my mind is a song by Freddie Mercury – “I am in love with my car”. Fabulous curves, 19” rims in the back and 265/35/19 semi slick tires on the rear axle. Definitely a good start of the day. To be honest, I could just stare for hours and enjoy this engineering masterpiece. However, there are far better things to do with more than 300 rwd horse power. Put yourself in the bucket seat. The two tone buckets embrace you in a firm manner to make
The Mixim concept car is a compact vehicle for young drivers who are mostly engaged by their computer and the world via the internet. The driver sits centrally, with two seats either side, while the steering wheel and controls are inspired by the interfaces so familiar to computer gamers. Powered by Nissan’s ‘Super Motor’ electric motor/generator and using compact lithium-ion batteries, Mixim has unusually rapid performance combined with a usefully extended range. One Super Motor powers
The Nissan Bevel is a dynamic, multi-purpose vehicle – one designed to enhance every activity, every opportunity. But unlike currently available sport utility vehicles or minivans, which emphasize passenger needs and comfort, the advanced Bevel Concept's focus is placed strictly on the primary user – male empty-nesters actively engaged in hobbies, recreation and community service. Conceived at Nissan Design America, Inc. (NDA) in La Jolla, California, in collaboration with Nissan advanced
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that the new Micra C+C will go on sale at dealers across Japan beginning on July 23. This unique, limited volume "coupe/convertible," imported from Europe, has been modified for the Japanese market. The Micra C+C is noted for its power-retractable glass roof that opens or closes at the touch of a button in about 22 seconds. With the roof closed, the car has a stylish appearance suggestive of a hardtop coupe. With the top down, the Micra C+C offers the op
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has launched a revised version of the popular March, which goes on sale today at Nissan dealers nationwide. The enhancements to the new March include exterior and interior refinements, new user-friendly features such as Intelligent Key, an available Aero Style Package and a special "Plus navi HDD" model. A Refined Exterior and Interior Among the many refinements made to the March, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this model year, are a restyled front end appear
Nissan Dualis, the new mid-sized crossover, is off to a strong start with more than 5,000 units ordered within its first week of introduction. Customers’ response to the Dualis, which went on sale across Japan from May 23, has outperformed expectations with the initial sales more than double the targeted 2,000 units per month. Dualis is a unique crossover vehicle that combines the sportiness of a hatchback with the spaciousness of an SUV. The crossover appeals to customers with its stylish
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the nationwide sales release of the new Lafesta minivan in Japan. Lafesta, originally introduced in 2004, receives a number of significant refinements, including new grille, bumper and light designs; revised seat shape, seat fabric and gauge designs; and availability of an advanced HDD-based CARWINGS navigation system. The Lafesta model lineup has also been revised. The Highway Star model again provides customers with a more sporty derivative, while the
Nissan today announced the launch of the new Pino minicar at dealers across Japan. Nissan Pino, true to its marketing tagline of "Shift_lovely days," is an economical, easy-to-drive minicar, aimed at consumers looking for a personal vehicle that is ideal for everyday driving. As Nissan's fourth minicar model, along with Moco, Clipper and Otti, Pino expands Nissan's minicar lineup, giving customers more choices in this growing market segment. Along with its low price and low fuel consumption -
For the first time ever in the Nissan Z’s 37-year history, a high-performance NISMO 350Z is part of the extensive Z's lineup. The new 2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z features an extensively developed list of unique equipment – including a special body package and improved handling equipment. This new model, the fifth in the 2007 350Z Coupe lineup, is available with a 6-speed manual transmission only. The most striking visual feature of this special vehicle is the NISMO aerodynamics package, which
Nissan has revealed its second-generation X-TRAIL at the Geneva Motor Show, and it appears the new model is almost identical to the outgoing version. Major changes are the all-new chassis and body design, a range of four different engines including two diesel variants with an automatic transmission, upgraded Intelligent ALL MODE 4WD and a more comfortable interior. The first X-TRAIL was an exceptional success for Nissan, so when it came time to develop that car’s replacement, designers were
