Nissan offers Rs. 1,00,000 discount on X-Trail

     Nissan is offereing cash discount of Rs. 1,00,000 on its X-Trail SUV. Since its launch, the CBU X-Trail has not been doing well on the sales chart because of its price. X-Trail is priced between Rs. 22.2-26.5 lakh which is much higher than its competitors Fortuner and Captiva.


     In July 2011, Nissan sold just 35 units of X-Trail while its competitors Toyota Fortuner and Chevrolet Captiva sold 1060 and 113 units respectively. BMW X1, though being costly than the X-Trail sold 484 units in the month of July.

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Nissan Sunny unveiled in India

     Nissan has unveiled its mid-sized sedan Sunny in Mumbai. The Sunny which is based on the Micra platform will bear the same name ‘Sunny’ in Indian market as well. The company plans to launch Sunny at the time of Diwali this year.

     Speaking on the occasion of Sunny unveiling, Mr. Dinesh Jain, CEO of Hover Automotive India said, “Unveiling of the Nissan Sunny today could not have been at a better time than this. We have built a chain of 40 dealerships nationwide in a period of over one year and we are on schedule to open up another 100 dealerships by the end of 2012.”

     The Nissan Sunny is the tenth generation product in Nissan Sunny history. The present model made its debut at the eight International Automobile Exhibition in China Guangzhou(China) in December last year.

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Nissan Sunny India launch in December 2011

     Nissan will launch its global sedan Sunny in India in December this year. Nissan has been testing the Sunny sedan on Indian soil for some time. In our earlier post we had showed the Nissan Sunny spy pictures taken near Chennai.

     The Nissan Sunny sedan was unveiled at Guangzhou Auto Show earlier this year. The sedan is based on the Micra small car and is built on Nissan-Renaults V platform. The Sunny will be available in both petrol and diesel variants.

     The Sunny will be manufactured at Nissan’s Chennai plant. After the sedan launch Nissan plans to launch a MPV in Indian market. Nissan along with its partner Ashok Leyland has developed a MPV – NV200 which was spied testing near Bangalore. The Nissan-Ashok Leyland MPV (NV200) will bring in versatility in Indian MPV segment. 

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Nissan roll out 1,00,000th Micra in India

     Nissan has rolled out 1,00,000 Micra cars from its Oragadam near in Chennai. The milestone has been achieved in over a year since Micra was introduced in India.


     Micra is exported to International markets in both LHD and RHD versions. Nissan plans to launch a sedan based on Micra and a MPV for India next year.

Official press release


CHENNAI, 16 June 2011 – Employees at the Renault Nissan Alliance plant in Chennai, India are celebrating today after producing their 100,000th Micra in just over a year.


The first Micra compact hatchback rolled off the production line in May 2010. Since then the workforce has expanded to nearly 4,000 (from an original 1,500) to meet demand from within India and across the world.


The 45-billion Rupee (990 Mn USD) facility is the first dedicated Renault-Nissan Alliance vehicle manufacturing plant, and the 4th generation of the iconic Micra is the first model to be produced there.


It will be joined later this year by an all-new global sedan, and in 2012 a commercial vehicle will be added to the line-up as part of a joint venture with Ashok Leyland Ltd.


Since its launch in India last July the Nissan Micra has driven a sales boost within the market, with over 15,000 units sold to date. The innovative Micra is also produced at plants in Thailand, Mexico and China.


Chennai, which will have an overall plant capacity of 400,000 units at full ramp up, will ultimately supply Micra to over 100 countries across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. To date nearly 70,000 units have been shipped from the nearby Ennore deep water port.


Gilles Normand, Nissan Corporate Vice President for Africa, the Middle East and India, commented: “I would like to congratulate everyone associated with the Chennai plant on reaching what will be the first of many production milestones.


“The plant, which provides us with a skilled and localised production base, is a key part of our strategy for profitable and sustainable growth within India, and Micra’s success is only the first step in realising our potential within this market.


“Chennai is also crucial in terms of manufacturing high-volume, high-quality products for export to many world markets. With the continued strong support of the Tamil Nadu government, I hope that the facility will develop into one of Nissan’s most important production hubs.”


In addition to Micra, Nissan also sells the X-TRAIL lifestyle SUV, Teana sedan and 370Z sports car in India. By 2013, Nissan is aiming to have 85% coverage of the Indian market by expanding the number of dealers from 35 to over 100.


Managing Director and CEO of the Chennai Plant, Kou Kimura, added: “I am very proud of the effort that our Chennai staff, supported by our suppliers, have made to produce 100,000 Micras in such a short period of time.


“Today’s announcement not only reflects Micra’s popularity – both domestically and within export markets – but also Nissan’s long-term commitment to India.”

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Nissan Micra Compact Sport Concept revealed at Shanghai Motor Show

     Nissan has just revealed the Micra Compact Sport Concept at the ongoing Shanghai Motor Show.

     The Compact Sport Concept is the first car developed jointly by both Nissan’s Japanese design HQ and Nissan’s new design studio in Beijing. The car is targeted at young customers in emerging markets. Will it come to India? Its high time Nissan thinks fast and launch it here.

     The Micra Compact Sport Concept surely seams to be the Swift beater in India. Futuristinc design featuring bulging bumpers (as well as wheel arches), dynamic grill, strong waist line, redesigned tail lamps and double exhaust will definitely win many hearts in India. Nissan has to bring this vehicle to India as soon as possible and price it just with the current Micra’s price, of course a 5 door hatchback is expected here in India. This could change the face of the game in Indian B segment cars.

     Our thoughts apart, the Compact Sport Concept are powered by a direct injection turbocharged 1.6-ltre four-cylinder motor with 188bhp of power. The car is equipped with a CVT gearbox.

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Ashok Leyland Nissan JV to launch 2 more CVs in India

     After the unveiling of Dost – the first vehicle from Ashok Leyland Nissan JV, the two companies are planning to launch 2 more commercial vehicles in the next two years. First one will be Nissan logoed a body type product which will hit to the Indian streets next year. The second one to be followed will be Ashok Leyland badged commercial vehicle with little more payload capacity.

     The Ashok Leyland and Nissan joint venture took of as a Master-Cooperation Agreement in October 2007 for vehicle manufacturing, powertrain manufacturing and technology development. An investment of Rs. 2300 crore has been done jointly by the two companies. The JV has identified three platforms in the commercial segment, covering applications up to 7.5 tones Gross Vehicle Weight. The engines will be manufactured for Euro III and Euro IV standards.

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Nissan Sunny spied testing in Chennai

      Recently launched in China, Nissan Sunny was spotted testing in Chennai. The Sunny as it is known in China and other parts of the world has been built on the versatile 'V' platform which Nissan has created to manufacture many models over single platform. The lone small car from Nissan in India 'Micra' also shares the same platform with the Sunny.

       From the pictures, it is evident that the Sunny is tested along with a Indigo Manza, and we guess it is being done to get the fuel efficiency of the Sunny right. The Sunny sedan might be launched sooner than expected which was in second quarter of this year.


 
      The versatile 'V' platform has been designed by Nissan in Japan with focus on reduction in weight and number of components. Sunny will be launched with two engine options in India - a 1.5L petrol with 100 Bhp and a 1.5L diesel one currently powering the Micra hatchback. The Sunny is expected to be priced in the range of Rs. 4.85 - 6.10 lakh (ex-showroom in India).  

Source: Autocarindia

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Nissan Micra DIG-S with powerful gasoline engine

     Nissan has come up with a new powerful petrol engine for its small car Micra. Christened Micra DIG-S, the car gets a supercharged gasoline 1.2L engine that develops power equivalent to that of a 1.5L engine. Apart from extra power the supercharged engine is easier on the environment as wel, the engine will emit only 95g/Km of CO2. Nissan claims the DIG-S (Direct Injection Gasoline-Supercharger) engine gives fuel efficiency of 24.39 Kmpl with power delivery as high as 97 Bhp.

Nissan Micra DIG-S Engine Features

• Innovative technology for low emissions, excellent economy and strong performance
• Advanced all-new ‘Pure Drive’ low friction three-cylinder engine
• 1.2-litres, 72kW (98PS), 12 valves, Direct Injection Gasoline-Supercharger (DIG-S)
• Miller cycle and supercharged for ultimate efficiency and performance
• Ultra-low CO₂ emissions: just 95g/km
• Start/Stop system
• Diesel-like economy with petrol engine power and refinement and no diesel cost surcharge
• Low cost of ownership

Press Release:

Nissan is just as committed to reducing emissions from cars powered by the internal combustion engine as it is to developing new zero emission electric vehicles. The Micra DIG-S showcases how far our engineers have come.

“It is clear that our new Direct Injection Gasoline-Supercharger engine offers the best solution for small cars like Micra. With instant throttle response, its performance and strong economy are a more than a match for any diesel engine with similar power outputs, but its emissions performance is much better.”

We have been able to achieve this ultra low CO2 figure in a cost effective package and without the complication of particulate filters needed to clean up diesel engine emissions and which are not entirely compatible with a car that spends much of its life in the city said Pierre Loing, Vice President Product Strategy and Planning, Nissan International SA.

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Nissan planning 2 compact cars below Micra for India

     Nissan seams to be bullish on Indian small car market. The company is all geared to have 2 compact cars below Micra to dethrone the market leader Maruti. 

     The first model (code:K2) will be built on two generation old Micra (Code: K11) but will have all new body shell and interiors. The company claims it will save Rs. 50,000 per car by using the old Micra platform, which it can pass on to the customers. It is likely to be priced at Rs. 3.5 lakh and rival against Wagon R and A Star. The car is scheduled for the December 2012 launch. Powering to car will be the same 1.2L petrol motor and a highly fuel efficient 1 liter petrol one might find its place on a later date. K2 will come with 2 wheelbases, the longer one for the export markets. A MPV based on K2 platform is also on the cards for Indonesian markets.

 

Nissan Micra K11

     The second model (Code: I2) is a very ambitious project which Nissan is developing to compete against Alto. The car is developed at Defiance Testing and Engineering of US which was bought by Ashok Leyland, a Nissan partner. Ashok Leyland will take the lead of developing I2 and most of the engineering works will be done in India to keep the costs low. I2 is expected to be priced at Rs. 2.5 lakh to tap the market currently enjoyed by Alto. It is expected be launched by 2013. 

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Nissan Sunny officially unveiled at Guangzhou

     Nissan has officially unveiled its global sedan Sunny at the 8th China International Automobile Exhibition held at Guangzhou, China. It will go on sale in China from January next year and later sells in 170 countries under different names.

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Nissan Micra Diesel priced at Rs 5.60 lakh

Nissan Micra Diesel will be launched in India on December 10, 2010. The car    is priced at Rs 5.60 lakh for the XV (Base) variant and Rs 6.20 lakh for XV Premium variant (Prices ex-showroom New Delhi).

Nissan Micra Diesel will be powered by a 1.5 liter dCI engine currently powering the Logan. The engine pumps out 63 bhp of max power and 16.3 Kgm of max torque. The company claims a fuel efficiency figue of 23.08 Kmpl. 0-100 Kmph is done in 14.37 seconds.

XV variant comes with 165/70 R14 tyres where as the top end XV Premium will get larger 15 inch wheels and wider tyres (175/60 R15). Over all height of the car is 5mm less than the petrol sibling. XV variant weighs 992 Kg while XV Premium is little heavier at 1008 Kg.

The Diesel Micra gets body coloured rear spoiler, leather wrapped steering wheel and gear knob as standard fitment. It lacks features such as security alarm system, front passenger airbag, ABS, EBD and Brake Assist.

The car will be manufactured at Nissan’s Oragadam plant near Chennai. Booking of the diesel Micra has been started with an initial booking amount of Rs 50,000 through all 20 Nissan dealerships across India.

Nissan Micra Diesel features

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Scoop: Nissan Sunny clear pictures

All these days we have been seeing the spy pictures and sketches of the soon to be launched Nissan Sunny in India. Now we have clear picture of the car which tough built on the Micra platform has no similarity with it.

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Nissan Micra Diesel booking commences

     Nissan India has started the booking of the Micra diesel. The Micra diesel will be on Indian roads in December 2010. Micra diesel can be booked with an initial booking amount of Rs 50,000 through all 20 Nissan dealership in India.

     The Micra diesel will be  powered by 1.5 liter dCI engine which currently powers the Mahindra Logan. The engine pumps out maximum power of 65 bhp and 16.3 Kgm of maximum torque. Nissan has not revealed the price of Micra diesel but it is expected to be priced between Rs 4.50 lakh to Rs. 5.70 lakh.

Press Release:

Speaking on the occasion, Kiminobu Tokuyama, MD & CEO, Nissan Motor India says, “The success of petrol variant of Micra in the domestic market has given us huge confidence to introduce diesel variant within six months from the launch of petrol version. We are confident that the diesel-powered Micra would fulfill the discerning needs of Indian Customers.”

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New Nissan Sunny rendering

     Last week we had posted some spy pictures of the New Nissan Sunny which will make its Global appearance at the Guangzhou Motor Show, China in December 2010. Here is the rendering of the new Sunny done along the lines of the spy pictures.

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Nissan Sunny Spy Photos

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New Nissan Sunny official sketch revealed

     In our earlier post we had mentioned about the Nissan Sunny – the Micra based sedan from Nissan. Now the official sketch of the Nissan Sunny has been revealed. Nissan Sunny is termed as ‘New Global Sedan’ and is build on the Nissan’s versatile V platform. Styling of the Sunny has been very dynamic and will differ in looks from its hatchback sibling Micra.

     Nissan Sunny will make its international debut at Guangzho, China in December this year. After the international debut the car is expected to come to India by mid 2011. It will come in both petrol and diesel engines, the latter being sourced from Renault (1.5L currently used in Logan). It will be manufactured at Nissan’s Oragadam plant near Chennai.

     In India, Nissan Sunny will compete with cars such as Maruti Swift Dzire, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Verna and Chevrolet Aveo. 

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Scoop: Nissan Micra based sedan to be named ‘Sunny’

     Nissan will name its Micra based sedan as ‘Sunny’. The Micra sedan will be launched in December this year at Guangzhou, China. The name ‘Sunny’ holds a very strong heritage in Nissan’s history as it had named its small saloon from 1966 for many decades as Sunny.

     The Sunny will be based on the same Micra platform and we can expect the same interiors as of the Micra. The ‘V’ platform on which the Micra is built, has been designed for emerging markets with reductions in both weight and number of components. The Sunny will come with two engine options – 1.5 Litre, four cylinder petrol engine with 100 bhp and 1.5 Litre diesel engine which will be shared with Micra.

     The Sunny will compete with Maruti Dzire, Volkswagen Vento, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Verna, Honda City and Chevrolet Aveo in Indian market.

Source: Autocarindia

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Nissan Micra XL Features

Exterior:

• Roof Antenna
• Full Wheel cover
• Rear Wiper and Washer

Interior:

• Drive Computer
• Manual AC
• Interior Colour Scheme-Black
• Seat cover – Fabric (Black & Silver color combination)
• Steering Wheel Cover (Pure Leather – Black & Silver color combination)
• Tachometer
• Parcel Shelf

Comfort & Convenience:

• Electric Power Steering
• Steering Tilt Adjustment
• Integrated audio system with 4 speakers aux-in port
• Power windows: Front and Rear with Drive Anti-pinch function
• Central Door lock
• Remote keyless entry

Safety:

• Engine Immobilizer
• Driver Airbag

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Nissan Micra XE+ Features

Exteriors:

• Roof Antenna
• Full Wheel cover

Interiors: 

• Drive Computer 
• Manual AC 
• Interior Colour Scheme-Black
• Seat cover – Fabric (Black & Silver color combination)
• Steering Wheel Cover (Pure Leather – Black & Silver color combination)

Comfort & Convenience:

• Electric Power Steering
• Steering Tilt Adjustment
• OE Audio system with 4 speakers

Safety: 

• Engine Immobilizer
• Driver Airbag

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Nissan Micra XV Features

Exterior:

• Roof Antenna
• Full Wheel cover
• Rear Wiper and Washer
• Electric Park and Fold Mirror
• Door Mirror Electric adjustment

Interior:

• Drive Computer
• Manual AC
• Interior Colour Scheme-Black
• Seat cover – Fabric (Black & Silver color combination)
• Steering Wheel Cover (Pure Leather – Black & Silver color combination)
• Tachometer
• Parcel Shelf
• Auto AC (Manual AC will not be equipped)
• Interior colour scheme – Greige

Comfort & Convenience:

• Electric Power Steering
• Steering Tilt Adjustment
• Integrated audio system with 4 speakers aux-in port
• Power windows: Front and Rear with Drive Anti-pinch function
• Central Door lock
• Remote keyless entry
• Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition

Safety:

• Engine Immobilizer
• Driver and Front Passenger Airbag
• ABS + EBD + BA
• Front Fog Lamps
• Security Alarm

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