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Nissan Launches 2014 Teana

2014 Nissan Teana has been launched today and has been specifically prepared for the Japanese, Chinese and North American markets. This is the third-generation Teana, which is created under the theme of “driving performance”. In fact, the car optimally balances driving performance and comfort.

Of course, as a true Nissan model, the new Teana has a premium visual stance. The exterior is sportier and more vibrant, wider and more aggressive. The sharp character lines of the model are extending from the front face rearward and evoke fluid momentum. The car also features improved aerodynamic efficiency.

Next to the existing exterior colors, the designers at Nissan added a new one – “Waterfall Blue” which was inspired by the hue of a waterfall and which highlights the premium presence and quality feel of the sedan.

The interior on the other hand, inherits the concept of Omotenashi. In Japanese Omotenashi means hospitality, which fully takes form inside the cabin. The latter is highlighted by a distinct character line that stretches from the instrument panel to the door trim. In addition, inside there is enough space for 5 occupants.

The front seats have gotten a new design features one of which is the “Spinal Support Technology” that greatly improves passenger comfort. The front passenger seat has been enhanced and now includes an enlarged support area of the ottoman, while rear-seat occupants are treated to ample knee room.

In terms of performance, 2014 Teana has been fitted with a new multi-link rear suspension system, which provides excellent turn-in response, supple ride quality and enhanced handling. The Active Trace Control refines handling and minimizes steering corrections.

Under the hood of the car “sleeps” the QR25 engine that comes coupled with Nissan’s XTRONIC CVT transmission. This combination delivers exceptional acceleration, an ample supply of low- and mid-range torque, as well as great fuel economy (14.4km/L).

When it comes to safety, a wide variety of safety and convenience features are at hand. To name one, there is available the crash avoidance support technology – Around View Monitor (AVM) with Moving Object Detection (MOD). This system detects moving objects around the car, and is helpful when maneuvering in parking lots.

In addition, there is also being included as an option the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) systems. The Advanced Drive Assist Display offers navigation and controls for the in-car entertainment system, as well as important data for the car’s numerous safety features.

2014 Nissan Teana will go on sale on 5th of February at brand’s showrooms in Japan.

2014 Nissan Teana Specifications:

Design	Exterior design: Stately front grille with three-dimensional design Canted headlamps that suggest a piercing look of the eyes Horizontally U-shaped clear-cut LED rear combination lamps that give a more sophisticated impression Side view with an accented character line flowing from front fender to the rear Wide rear fender for a lower center of gravity Two kinds of aluminum wheels for sportier ride Available in six exterior colors including a new color, Waterfall Blue (Scratch Shield) Interior design: Instrument panel design combining enhanced interior roominess and comfort Highly visible “Advanced Drive Assist Display” with a sense of depth Fine Vision Meter display Center panel with silver finisher on both sides, creating a sharp impression Air conditioner control panel finished in deep Piano Black, enhancing a quality feel Chrome-plated accents used throughout the interior, including inner door handles and cup holders, offering a luxury feel Available in relaxed wood-grain accents or modern and stylish, mesh-pattern metal finisher creating a sense of depth
Driving performance, packaging	Mechanism: Equipped with the newly-developed QR25DE engine with low- and mid-range torque improved by enhanced combustion and emission efficiencies, providing agile driving in a city and strong, stress-free acceleration in overtaking on highways Frictional resistance reduced by up to 40 percent with about 80 percent of parts either newly-developed or improved Paired with the engine is the newly-developed XTRONIC CVT with improved fuel economy and acceleration performance realized by a wider gear ratio Fuel economy in JC08 mode improved by 26% from the previous-generation model by reduced driving load, regenerative braking with an alternator and adoption of electrically controlled power steering, along with enhanced engine and CVT, to achieve the 2015 fuel economy standards Pedal stroke distance and application force are optimized based on ergonomics for improved operability by measuring the muscle movement in operating the brake pedal Packaging: Roomy comfortable cabin, along with stylish proportion with lower vehicle height With side glass placed nearly vertically; ample head clearance is ensured even with lowered height With the revised shape of front door trim, ample knee room is provided for the driver seat With an optimized shape of front seats, rear knee room is increased by about 10 mm from the previous-generation model, providing generous knee room Optimized shape of front seats gives a feeling of spaciousness beyond the actual size For improved comfort for three passengers in the rear seats, flat seat surface is adopted in the center and the backrest for both sides is extended outward The lower end of B-pillar trim is downsized to improve ingress and egress Trunk pass-through is newly adopted, which enables loading of long items; by widening an opening of the trunk, a golf bag can be easily loaded Coefficient of drag of 0.29 is achieved by changing the shape of aerodynamic parts. Vehicle weight is reduced by 40kg compared to the previous-generation model, resulting in improved acceleration and braking performance Handling stability enhancements due to the front and rear weight distribution Comfort: With optimized position of the ottoman, the calves are supported by an enlarged area; as stress on legs is dispersed more extensively, one feels more comfortable when his/her legs are stretched Air-conditioned front seats with warm or cold air released through seat cushions and seatbacks to control temperature; the system can warm legs and lower back and get rid of humidity in summer to improve passenger’s comfort while driving Vibration and noise, such as wind noise, are reduced by enhanced body rigidity, optimized exhaust mount, a change of the engine mount material and optimized shape of door mirrors Best-in-class quietness is achieved thanks to improved sound-absorbing performance; passengers can enjoy conversation in the cabin as usual while driving Driving position can be adjusted with the height adjusted by a combination of a driver seat lifter and a tilt steering wheel, and lengthwise position by a combination of a telescopic steering wheel and a sliding seat; a range of driver sizes – from a petite woman to a tall man – are assured the ideal driving position Intelligent Key-linked Auto Driving Position Seat is adopted, which automatically adjusts seat and side mirrors to the specific driver based on information input by individual key Hood shape is optimized so that it is easier for the driver to see where the vehicle’s front end is; improves drivability when turning left and cornering Operability is improved by placing a shift handle 5cm closer to the driver (compared to the previous-generation model) Newly-developed multi-link rear suspension system offers improved handling stability and ride comfort; in addition to link bushing, connect bushing is newly adopted so that both excellent response and stable cornering are offered
Advanced Equipment	Spinal Support Front Seats with articulated seat back pad is adopted for front seats; the design eases strain on spine by actively supporting heavy chest and spine to further pursue comfort in long-time driving Active Trace Control allows cornering as intended; it applies brakes on the inside wheels when cornering or accelerating when exiting a corner Color liquid-crystal Advanced Drive-Assist Display between meters shows a variety of vehicle information and warnings of a number of safety features to help drivers recognize them quickly
Safety Features	Around View Monitor, which provides a virtual 360-degree view around the vehicle, equipped with MOD (Moving Object Detection) is adopted; detects moving objects on the display and alerts the driver when parking the car Driving support features, using the rear view camera with audible and visual warnings, are adopted to support safe driving: BSW (Blind Spot Warning) which detects a vehicle in the next lane to help the driver avoid a collision when changing lanes; and LDW (Lane Departure Warning) which alerts the driver when the vehicle unintentionally drifts out of its travel lane
Other Key Safety, Convenience and Environmental Technologies	Xenon headlights Auto light system (linked dawn sensors and linked with front wipers) LED stop lamp Seatbelt warning light and sound for all seats VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control <TCS functionality included>) Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) 3-point seatbelts for all seats Dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat-belt and occupant-classification sensors for driver and front passenger Driver and front passenger seat-mounted supplemental side air bagsRoof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection Body construction for pedestrian protection Front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters Rear outboard seatbelts with load limiters and pretensioners Cruise Control ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution), Brake Assist Fuel economy calculated based on JC08 mode Every grade achieves the 2015 fuel economy standards Every grade achieves SU-LEV certification, emitting 75% fewer exhaust emissions than 2005 standards Achieves more than 95% recyclability rate (where recycling facilities exist)

Source: Nissan

January 20, 2014

2015 Nissan Micra Debuts At Montreal Auto Show

2015 Nissan Micra has made a debut at the Montreal Auto Show. It was also announced that the vehicle will be officially released on sale this spring. The car combines the masterful Japanese quality of technology with the unprecedented European styling and heritage, hence delivering more fun, attention to detail and efficiency.

Micra MY2015 was built with the aim to change the automotive landscape by providing great visibility, impressive agility and excellent turning radius, exceptional fuel efficiency, small size but yet spaciousness inside and a competitive price.

This Nissan model will be offered in three trim levels: Micra S, SV and the top-of-the-line SR. Each of them can be equipped with either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission. Every trim level will hide under its hood an advanced 1.6-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine with dual fuel injection and Twin CVTC.

Unfortunately, the brand ha no current plans to release the car in the United States, so in North America it is to be found only in Canada. Therefore a logical conclusion is that it will be extensively tested and perfected for the Canadian driver and will include features such as heated outside mirrors, rear heater ducts, 60/40 split rear seats and either 15 or 16 inch wheels.

Source: Nissan

January 17, 2014

Nissan Unveils Sentra NISMO Concept

Nissan’s NISMO lineup of vehicles has been extended due to the addition of the Sentra NISMO Concept, which offers increased performance and design tuner elements, when compared to the bas Sentra model.

The concept is inspired by racing cars and therefore its exterior and interior features speak about this. Of course the enhanced aerodynamics are at hand, as well as the NISMO-tuned suspension, steering and transmission and the engaging motorsports-style cockpit.

Adding to this, Nissan Sentra NISMO Concept is equipped with 1.8-liter direct injection turbocharged powetrain which produces more than 240 horsepower (176 kW) and 240 lb-ft (325 Nm) of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission and limited-slip differential.

Enhanced exterior elements feature the deep front fascia with lower LED lights and wide lower grille, LED daytime running rights and upper grille, wide lower front spoiler, oversized fender flares and integrated side sills, deep-skirted rear fascia and large dual exhaust tips. What rounds-out the look is the custom made rear spoiler and center rear fog lamp.

The red accents which are signature for the NISMO models are featured in areas where aerodynamics have been highlighted. Such are the lower spoiler, side mirrors and side sills. At the front and rear are positioned the NISMO badges with signature matching red “O”.

The concept is decided in Bright Pearl White exterior paint, while the aerodynamic side door mirror covers, front splitter and rear diffuser are finished in a genuine carbon fiber diagonal pattern. The Black Chrome-finished mesh grille is surrounded by Dark Chrome.

The independent strut front and torsion beam rear suspension have been modified and were completed with custom performance shocks and springs. The car runs on 19-inch RAYS aluminum-alloy wheels matched with 225/35R19 Michelin Super Sport performance tires and red-painted 370Z brake calipers.

The interior of the car includes a variety of upgrades which are also racing-inspired. For instance such are the Recaro “Sportster” front seats with custom black leather and Alcantara appointments, rear seats with perforated black Alcantara, Alcantara wrapped pillars and headliner and the unique steering wheel.

The latter is wrapped in red leather and Alcantara and features matching shift knob and shifter lever boot surround. The instrument cluster has gotten a satin carbon fiber finish, while on all chrome accents is applied Dark Chrome finish.

Source: Nissan

January 16, 2014

Nissan Sport Sedan Concept Previews The Future 2015 Maxima

Nissan Sport Sedan Concept was teased in the beginning of this year when it showed to the public its futuristic looking front-end design and avant-garde LED head-lights. At the Detroit Auto Show the concept was fully revealed boasting performance, innovation and technology.

Sport Sedan Concept marks also the celebration of company’s 80th anniversary. The vehicle is a design study with a particular highlight on next-generation design and sporty style. It actually previews the future production 2015 Maxima, which is intended for those keen on cutting-edge design and driving dynamics.

Along with the Nissan Resonance and Friend-ME, the car includes signature design aspects that we will see in the future Nissans. Such are the V-Motion front aspect, “floating” roof and boomerang-shaped headlights and taillights.

To go further into details, the exterior of this Nissan features low and wide proportions, with a lowered hoodline and reduced ground clearance. The “V-Motion” movement of the front end flows from the dramatic chromed grille up through the hood. At the front are positioned the large LED boomerang headlights, a deeply scooped front fascia and wide and sloped windshield.

Next, the profile of the vehicle also makes a powerful impression. It has a dynamic bodyside lines adding a strong sculptural feel and connecting the wheels and tires. Precisely, the Sport Sedan Concept runs on custom 21-inch aluminum-alloy wheels mounted with low-profile 275/30R21 tires.

At the rear we see high deck, large chrome trunk accent and wide and deeply scooped rear fascia. At last, the final touch of the exterior’s unique appearance is the “Strad Amber” paint, which is a result of the application of an orange-amber topcoat over a base of gold paint.

The interior of the concept vehicle also previews some key new design elements of the future production cars. For instance, premium materials are found throughout, diamond-shaped graphics on the quilted seats have been applied, and panels were included that add to the sense of dynamic motion. The interior also features high-contrast colors and facet metallic accents.

At last, what is important to mention is that the front-wheel drive Sport Sedan Concept will be powered by a 300+ horsepower (220+ kW) 3.5-liter V6 powertrain. The engine will be matched with a sport-tuned Xtronic CVT transmission and will include an innovative suspension layout with performance dampers.

Nissan Sport Sedan Concept Dimensions:

Length	191.7 in. (4,870 mm)
Width	75.3 in. (1,912 mm)
Height	54.3 in. (1,378 mm)
Wheelbase	111.2 in. (2,825 mm)
Front overhang	39.1 in. (992 mm)
Rear overhang	41.5 in (1,053 mm)

Source: Nissan

January 15, 2014

2014 Nissan Leaf – US Price

Nissan US has announced the pricing of 2014 LEAF starting from $28,980 for the S model. The 100% electric vehicle continues to offer outstanding value, with prices comparable to similar gasoline-powered cars after applicable tax credits.

2014 Nissan LEAF is available in three trim levels: S, SV and SL, along with option packages offering advanced systems such as Around View Monitor and 7-speaker Bose premium audio.

Enhancements for MY2014 include the addition of the RearView Monitor as standard equipment on all models (previously part of the Charge Package) and one new exterior color – Gun Metallic (seven total available colors).

The new driving range is rated at 84 miles and MPGe ratings are 126 in city, 101 on the highway and 114 on combined cycle.

MSRP for the 2014 Nissan LEAF are:

LEAF S	$28,980 USD
LEAF SV	$32,000 USD
LEAF SL	$35,020 USD

Destination and Handling $850 USD

Source: Nissan

January 9, 2014

2014 Brings A Redesigned Nissan NV200 London Taxi

2014-Nissan-EV200-London-Taxi-shadow Well then, this NV200 is Nissan‘s take on the London cab concept, and does it look scary or what? Shouldn’t act so surprised really, since this is not the first time Nissan has tried to pass a van for a London taxi. In fact, they’ve been doing it around the world. Must be a response to the global obesity crisis. It’s the looks that really have the most shock value.

Obviously, there’s a London cab (Hackney Carriage) tribute lingering in there, but it just sends shivers down our spines and not in a good way. It’s creepy – round headlights and a smiley new grill. As close as something inanimate comes human likeness, the more anxiety it causes in people. Not our words, look it up. It’s called the “uncanny valley” hypothesis. Science!

What’s more fascinating is that it’s also a bland, soulless NV200. The plan is to put it on the streets at the end of this year with a 1.6-liter petrol engine in it, which is supposed to be “far cleaner, with lower levels of NOx and particulates” when compared to the current diesel London Hackneys. Official, though not final, estimations point to 10mg/km of NOx emissions and 1.0mg/km of particles. Again, not surprising for a petrol. It’s won’t be particularly punchy as well, with 115 hp under the bonnet and a tiny bit more than that in lb-ft torque. Alternatively there will be an all-electric version called the e-NV200. It will arrive in the UK at some point in 2015 – silent and creepy.

Source: Nissan

January 6, 2014

2014 Nissan GT-R Nismo at the Sodegaura Raceway [video]

2014 Nissan GT-R Nismo has hit the Sodegaura Forest Raceway in Japan. The video shows some highlights and sounds of its impressive performance. The lightened GT-R is now faster than ever. It can close a lap around Nurburgring Nordschliefe in just 7 minutes and 8 seconds.

2014 GT-R Nismo is powered by the well-known 3.8 liter V6 (VR38DETT) – 600HP (441 kW) and 650Nm (481 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in less than 3.0 seconds and top speed of around 322 km/h (200 mph) – without limiter.

Other highlights include Bilstein DampTronic dampers, improved aerodynamics, a lot of carbon fiber elements and a massive rear wing adding 100 kg more downforce (at 300 km/h). The Nismo GT-R rolls 255/40 ZRF20 front and 285/35 ZRF20 rear Dunlop tires.

The color range include: Brilliant White Pearl, Meteor Flake Pearl Black, Ultimate Metallic Silver, Vibrant Red, and an exclusive for this model Dark Matte Grey.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw4VpJXn41c

Source: Nissan

January 3, 2014

Nissan Sport Sedan Concept Debuts In Detroit

Nissan has just teased its Sport Sedan Concept and has announced that the car will be making its official debut at the 2014 North American International Auto Show. The debutant will be joined by the North America premieres of the Nissan IDx Freeflow and IDx NISMO concepts.

What can be seen form the image released is the energetic design of the car and the application of sports car principles into a sedan. The car will have a distinctive front fascia adorned by extravagant LED headlights.

On the other hand, the IDx Freeflow and IDx NISMO offer an innovative eye-catching design, which at the same time are different in terms of the approach to the next-generation compact vehicle. The first one expresses a casual, lifestyle-focused vision and the other an ultra-sporty design that looks as if it came directly from a driving video game.

The three concept vehicles will be unveiled on 13th of January and then will be publically displayed at Detroit’s Cobo Hall from January 18th through 26th.

Source: Nissan

January 2, 2014

Nissan GT-R GTT 1000 – 0-300 km/h in 16 seconds

Your car is fast enough when you’re afraid to turn the ignition on… or when it makes 100-200 km/h in 3.2 seconds. Dragtimesinfo has published a video showing a mighty Nissan GT-R GTT 1000 with 1038HP (763 kW) at 9,000RPM makes 0-300 km/h in 16.0 seconds flat.

The super tuned sports car is able to catapult itself 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, 100-200 km/h in 3.8 seconds and 200-300 km/h in just 8.3 seconds. The top speed is 330 km/h (205 mph) reached quite fast.

The mighty GTT 1000 runs on VP Import Race Fuel and rolls 20” Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires.

It is just amazing, how a car is trying to bend the laws of physics. Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQ4Xt7k6H9w

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

November 28, 2013

Senner Bling the Nissan Juke Nismo

2013-Senner-Nissan-Juke-Nismo-shadow

Senner pride themselves with their work on various Nissan 350Z and 370Zs. But anything that’s worthy of the attention of Nismo is worthy of the attention of Senner. Enter the Nissan Juke Nismo – an already vicious powerhouse of aggressiveness, sportiness and testosterone.

The first thing you might notice about the Senner Juke is the prevailing black and white. It is an especially pronounced theme on the Oxigin Oxrock 14 wheels with a “white-wrap-refinement” on the rim well. We wouldn’t call it refinement though. Too flashy for our liking. The sizes: 9,5-inches wide, 20-inch diameter fitted with Continental Sport Contact 5P 255/30 tires. The whole vehicle also sits 35 mm lower to the ground with Senner’s springs

Senner haven’t really tried to improve on the Nismo aerodynamic package. Instead, they have went for small accesorizing – wind deflectors on the side windows, LED daytime running lights, LED license plate illumination and, of all things, Philips Silver Vision chromium flashing indicator bulbs.

Now to the more serious stuff. The Juke’s 1.6-liter engine has received a boost in power because of some witchcraft with the electronics and because of the brand new INJEN-Cold Air Intake module. That’s 225 hp (as opposed to 200 hp) and 275 Nm of torque (as opposed to 250 Nm).

For the appropriate soundtrack, Senner have thrown in their custom made stainless steel exhaust system with ridiculously wide end-pipes.

The whole thing, provided that you already happen to own a Nissan Juke Nismo, will cost you around $12,222. We can’t say if it’s worth it or not.

Source: Senner

November 27, 2013

2014 Nissan Cube Goes On Sale

2014 Nissan Cube hits the North American market, offering new exterior color and retaining its unique design elements. The pricing remains unchanged from the vehicle from the last model year.

To be more precise, the new exterior paint finish is Caspian Sea and it replaces the previous Bitter Chocolate one. This color adds to the bold palette of eight colors, along with Black or Light Gray interiors.

2014 Cube continues to offer one-of-a-kind design characteristics. To name some, they include wraparound rear window, 58.1 cubic feet of cargo space and six standard air bags. The vehicle is a front-wheel drive and it is built on Nissan‘s B-platform.

Cube utilizes the standard 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine that develops 122 horsepower (90 kW) and is coupled with either a smooth shifting Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) or six-speed manual transmission.

The combination with the first transmission contributes towards an outstanding fuel efficiency of 27 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. 2014 Nissan Cube is offered in three trim levels: S 6MT, S CVT and SL CVT.

The latter can be also equipped with an available SL Preferred Package that comprises of fog lights, Nissan Navigation System with 5.0-inch touch screen, NavTraffic, RearView Monitor, Rockford Fosgate 8-inch subwoofer and amplifier, six upgraded speakers, SiriusXM Satellite Radio and USB connection port.

2014 Nissan Cube Pricing:

Cube 1.8 S 6MT	$16,760 USD
Cube 1.8 S CVT	$17,760 USD
Cube 1.8 SL CVT	$18,860 USD

Source: Nissan

November 25, 2013

Nissan GT-R Switzer Goliath vs GT-R Alpha 12+ [video]

Dragtimesinfo has published in Youtube a video with epic battle between two of the fastest cars in Russia – Nissan GT-R Switzer Goliath and Nissan GT-R Alpha 12+. The Switzer Goliath has 1700HP running on VP Racing Fuel Q16, while the Alpha 12+ “only” 1550HP.

In the first start both sports cars catapult simultaneously and the Goliath shows its additional 150HP finishing in 22.561 seconds with terminal speed of 397 km/h, while the Alpha 12+ stopped the clock at 22.531 seconds with 387 km/h.

In the rematch, the Alpha 12+ made sensational start, while the Goliath has some trouble causing it to lose. The Alpha 12+ finished in 22.086 seconds with terminal speed of 385 km/h and the Switzer Goliath needed 22.251 seconds – 400 km/h terminal speed.

Enjoy the epic battle!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCyI6eiMbuA

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

November 22, 2013

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