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Nissan Z NISMO

 

The most performance-focused model in the Z range is now available for order through Nissan Australia dealerships, with the Z NISMO taking on one of the country's most challenging — and exhilarating — hill climbs to celebrate its arrival.

While the first 100-vehicle allocation sold-out in just 53 minutes — the first time a Z vehicle was able to be specified and reserved online — the model is now available to be ordered through the Nissan dealer network, ensuring even more customers get to experience this benchmark performance vehicle for themselves.

"As soon as we saw the pent-up demand for the Nissan Z NISMO, and the speed at which our first allocation was exhausted, we knew there would be fans of this iconic vehicle who had missed out on securing one for themselves," says Nissan Australia Managing Director, Andrew Humberstone.

"That is why I'm so thrilled we've been able to secure additional vehicles to meet that demand. The Z NISMO is now available to be ordered through our Nissan dealer network, with deliveries to begin almost immediately.

"The Z NISMO is a vehicle that needs to be driven to be believed, and we're so happy that even more Australians will now get the chance to do exactly that."

Lake Mountain is one of Australia's most-celebrated roads, and a favourite for performance-car testing, owing both to the number and variety of corners along its 20km length.

Climbing from Marysville in Victoria to the top of the Cathedral Range State Park, it's also a road that could have been tailor-made for the Nissan Z NISMO, with demanding tarmac, challenging corners and plenty of surfaces for the rich exhaust note — enhanced by the NISMO-tuned Active Sound Control — and the roar of the 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V6 to bounce off.

The NISMO is the most powerful model in the Z range, increasing its already generous outputs by 11kW and 45Nm — now 309kW and 520Nm. But the performance upgrades don't stop there.

A NISMO-tuned nine-speed automatic with paddle shifters is deployed for maximum acceleration and driver control, while wider and lighter wheels (+0.5-inches), bigger brakes (front brake rotors +25mm) and enhanced engine cooling all combine to increase agility, stopping power and performance.

Elsewhere, NISMO aerodynamic enhancements, a new NISMO Sport+ Driving Mode, NISMO-tuned Launch Control, NISMO tuned suspension and anti-roll bars and NISMO branded RECARO® seats complete the perfect performance package.

Nissan Z NISMO specifications:

$94,000 (MSRP)*

• Power increased to 309kW (+11kW) and 520Nm (+45Nm)
• NISMO-tuned 9 speed automatic with paddle shifters
• New NISMO styling – exterior and interior
• Gloss black RAYS® 19-inch wheels (0.5" wider Fr & Rr & lighter)
• Enhanced Engine cooling
• Bigger front brake rotors (+25mm)
• NISMO aerodynamic enhancements
• NISMO chassis, tyre and wheel enhancements
• NISMO Sport+ Driving Mode
• NISMO-tuned Launch Control
• NISMO-tuned Active Sound Control
• NISMO branded RECARO® seats
• Heated and powered front seats not available on Z NISMO

*Manufacturer Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) are provided for media purposes only and do not include premium paint, statutory charges or other on-road costs.

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Nissan Magnite achieves 30,000+ annual sales for 3rd consecutive year

 Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) recently celebrated its third consecutive year of achieving 30,000+ sales with its Big, Bold, Beautiful SUV, the Nissan Magnite. This remarkable milestone reaffirms the Magnite's position as a game-changer in the Indian automotive market. Nissan extends its heartfelt gratitude to its valued customers, dedicated dealers, suppliers, the Alliance plant in Chennai and the entire Nissan team for their unwavering support and commitment towards this significant milestone in India.

Since its debut in December 2020, the Nissan Magnite has captured the hearts of Indian consumers, boasting over 100,000 domestic Magnite customers in India, a milestone the company crossed in January 2024. Additionally, the Nissan Magnite has also made a substantial impact on the international stage, with over 30,000 units exported till date. It has firmly established itself as the preferred choice in India's B-SUV segment. The Magnite embodies Nissan Motor India's manufacturing philosophy of 'Make-In-India, Make for the World', seamlessly blending design excellence from Japan with efficient production in India.

Magnite Export Sales
FY20	FY21	FY22	FY23	Total
513	7781	11540	9303	29137

Magnite Domestic Sales
FY20	FY21	FY22	FY23	Total
9,569	33,905	32,546	30,146	106,166

Magnite Consolidated Sales (Domestic & Exports)
FY20	FY21	FY22	FY23	Total
10,082	41,686	44,086	39,449	1,35,303

 

Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, commented, "We are immensely proud of how the Nissan Magnite has defied conventions and disrupted the B-SUV segment in India. But our success wouldn't be complete without acknowledging our loyal customers—their trust and unwavering support have been our driving force. Building on the remarkable achievements of the Magnite, we are now embarking on an exciting journey. Our focus is on creating a new product lineup that will resonate with the discerning Indian market."

Frank Torres, President, Nissan India Operations said, "We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our valued customers and dedicated dealers for their unwavering support. The Nissan Magnite has truly been a game-changer in the Indian automotive market, redefining the B-SUV segment for the industry. As we continue this journey, we remain committed to delivering excellence and innovative products, always keeping in mind the true philosophy of our Japanese DNA."

Since its launch, Nissan has introduced multiple variants of the Magnite to meet the evolving needs of Indian customers, including the Turbo, MT, the most affordable AMT, and the CVT. Last June, the Magnite achieved a significant production milestone—the rollout of its 100,000th Magnite from its Alliance plant (RNAIPL) in Chennai and it recently completed the sale of the 100,000th domestic sale of the same in January 2024.

The Big, Bold, and Beautiful Nissan Magnite isn't limited to India alone—it's making waves globally. Currently exported to 15 countries, including recent launches in Seychelles, Bangladesh, Uganda, and Brunei, this remarkable achievement reflects the brand's commitment to delivering high-quality products and services while tapping into India's potential as a major automotive manufacturing hub. In recent years, Nissan India has strategically shifted its primary export market from Europe to Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait.

The Magnite has received several prestigious accolades since its launch, including the recently awarded '2023 ICONIC Brand of the Year' at the Dainik Jagran INext ICONIC Awards; 'Compact SUV of the Year 2021' by Top Gear; 'Game Changer' award by Motor Octane; and 'Value for Money' by Autocar India, amongst others. Adding to this list, the recently launched Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition has emerged as the winner in the Variant of the Year Award 2024 at the recent Carbike360-2024 Awards.

he Nissan Ariya Tours Europe On A Single Charge

 ith dozens of past successes, from Altima to Z, Nissan knows building what people love is a winning strategy. The Japanese company has certainly produced more than its share of cult-classics.

How, then, to make a lovable crossover… that happens to be electric? That was the challenge facing the team behind Nissan’s sophomore EV effort, the Ariya.

Let’s start inside. Here, Nissan leans into its heritage and presents diffused LED lighting, repeated Kumiko patterns inspired by Japanese woodworking, a bold faux wood bow across the dashboard, and a touchscreen UI that’s clean, responsive, and works with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Special mention to its dashboard drawer (practical), visibility (excellent), and seats (“zero gravity inspired”) as small details that make all the difference when living with any vehicle.

Our drive took us across an easy 300 kilometre loop around several European-named locations in Ontario. We began in Cambridge, which is nearly as quaint as its more famous English counterpart, before driving through New Hamburg, Lisbon, Stratford, London, Sparta, Copenhagen and Vienna, finally arriving in Paris. While Canada’s Paris admittedly lacks an Eiffel Tower and overabundance of cute boulangeries, it makes up for it with an annual maple syrup festival and some of the region’s best river-tubing. (And you really wouldn’t want to go river-tubing in the Seine, trust us.) 

Through it all the Ariya was an admirable travel companion. Here, on flat roads considered regional highways at best, I briefly saw consumption dip as low as 14.8 kWh before ending with 17 kWh / 100 km, and a remaining range of 170 km.

That lines up exactly with range estimates from Nissan for the front-drive Ariya, up to 465 km, though I was actually driving the top trim all-wheel-drive Evolve+ E-4ORCE that should do worse (428 km). In other words, Nissan’s electric SUV is efficient and easily capable of beating its official driving-range estimates. That’s no small feat; some of the biggest brands in the EV business can’t make cars that exceed their rated range, as this Nissan can. The Ariya toured “Europe” on a single charge and ended the day with juice to spare.

As an electric crossover, it performs exactly as you’d expect from a premium Nissan. Go a little deeper, however, and Ariya is also unexpectedly lovable as a place to be, and be seen in.

Nissan's profits surged 92% last year as sales grew

 Nissan Motor Co. had a pretty good fiscal 2023.

The Japanese automaker recorded a net profit of 426.6 billion yen ($2.7 billion) for the fiscal year that ended in March, marking a 92% increase. Annual sales climbed almost 20% to 12.7 trillion yen ($81.5 billion).

That’s despite a 5.2% decline in profits to 101.3 billion yen ($651.3 million) for the three-month period that ended in March. Analysts had expected 70.69 billion yen ($454 billion), according to FactSet, a data provider.

Sales grew in all but one major market — China, where Nissan has struggled to match local rivals. Retail sales in China fell by 24% to 794,000 units in Nissan’s fiscal year 2023, while production dropped 26%. That includes the past two quarters, when Nissan saw positive year-over-year growth.

The world’s largest auto market is an attractive market for carmakers, although most traditional foreign companies have had a difficult time capturing a significant amount of consumer interest. In the electric vehicle segment alone, foreign companies are competing with 123 domestic manufacturers.

“The market situation in China is highly competitive, with a somewhat frenzied price war,” Nissan CFO Stephan Ma told analysts earlier this year. “Rather than entering fiercely contested markets, we shifted our focus to the [internal combustion engine] market.”

The automaker said Thursday that the Sylphy compact remained the market-leader in China’s ICE passenger segment.

Nissan on Thursday said it will focus on developing new vehicles tailored to the market and introduce a series of new-energy vehicles under “The Arc” business plan. The company aims to launch 30 new models — 16 of which will be electric — and refresh 60% of its gas-powered vehicles by fiscal year 2026, or sometime around May 2027. The Yokohama-based carmaker aims to boost total car sales by 1 million units within three years, largely driven by the new electric offerings.

Plus, Nissan plans to invest more than $2.6 billion in battery capacity to reduce the cost of its next-generation EVs. In March, Nissan said it would explore a strategic partnership with fellow Japanese automaker Honda Motor to create “core components” related to EVs.

For the new fiscal year, which began on April 1, Nissan projects global sales to climb 7.5% to 3.7 million units and revenue to increase 7.2%. However, it predicts to record 380 billion yen ($2.4 billion) in profit through March 2025, down 11% year-over-year, because of high development costs. Global sales are expected to hit 3.7 million units.

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Nissan Motor India Records 8% YoY Decline in April 2024, Sells 2,404 Magnites

 

Nissan Motor India has reported wholesales of 2,404 units of the Magnite in the domestic market in April 2024, a year-on-year de-growth of 8 per cent compared to 2,617 units sold in April 2023. However, it has managed to export over 600 (639, to be precise) vehicles (including the Nissan Sunny) to global markets, marking a marginal increase of 1 per cent year-on-year (362 units: April 2023). In terms of cumulative sales, the sales figure stood at 3,043 units for April 2024, whereas April 2023 saw the company record 3,249 units. 

In the financial year 2023-24, Nissan sold 30,146 units of the Magnite SUV in India, down from 32,546 units in the last fiscal year. This is the third consecutive year that the Magnite sales have surpassed the 30,000-unit mark. Notably, the Nissan Magnite is the only model on sale in the country. Launched in December 2020, the compact SUV is priced from 6 lakh to Rs 10.91 lakh. The prices are ex-showroom. 

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Nissan Townstar Evalia

 

2024/05/02

Introducing the Townstar Evalia grade with up to seven-seat capacity to provide spaciousness, comfort and versatility for an array of usages

Two powertrain options to choose from: an efficient petrol engine or 100% electric making Townstar Evalia Nissan's only seven-seat 100% EV

Each of the rear seats can be individually folded or even removed to transform the Evalia from a seven, to a five, or even a two-seater with up to 3750L of load space

Paris, FRANCE – Nissan introduces the Townstar Evalia variant; a cutting-edge combi tailored perfectly for both work and play. Racing onto the scene with a seven seat capacity and sizeable cargo room - while available in both all-electric and petrol versions - the Townstar Evalia is poised to become a firm favourite of our LCV line-up.

Spacious, stylish and supportive

Whether it's friends, kids, or colleagues you're bringing along, the Townstar Evalia has your back. With outstanding versatility, it can cater to all manner of scenarios, regardless of whether you're navigating tight city streets on the commute, on the way to your next job, or enjoying stunning countryside roads on a weekend getaway.

Bringing a longer wheelbase and five or seven seats capacity, it's the Townstar Evalia's practicality that sets it apart. With wide sliding doors, making it easier than ever to access 2nd and 3rd row seats, the Evalia is ideal when space is needed. Whether it's packing the weekly food shop, loading up critical business deliveries or getting the kids in and out on the school run, the Evalia maximises space to make everyday tasks that little bit easier. Moreover, the five back seats can be easily removed, with the model giving owners the ability to slide individual seats back and forth, giving you the flexibility to flip between seats or space, and cater for as many or as few passengers as you need.

All-electric fun

The new Townstar Evalia boasts a fully electric version to complement its 1.3 Petrol 130hp engine counterpart. With a total range of up to 265km, it will become the ideal companion for environment conscious families and businesses that need space and flexibility in low emission zones.

With a 45Kwh battery connected to a 122hp/245Nm electric motor, it also comes with a heat pump and liquid cooling to bring cabin comfort whilst providing optimal efficiency for greater autonomy and charging. The best-in-class 22kW AC charging capabilities allows to charge 15-80% of the battery in just 1h30. For quick charges on the road the 80kW DC capability decreases this charging time to only 37 minutes.

Safety and serenity for all journeys

Safety always comes first when you're on the road, which is why the security of everyone within Townstar Evalia is always front of mind. Equipped with a wealth of technology, such as the Nissan unique Intelligent Around View Monitor, Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Emergency Braking, to keep everyone onboard protected. Safety features designed to support driver performance, including drowsiness warnings, tyre pressure monitor, Lane Keep Assist,  front and rear parking sensors and e-Call functionality to give an additional layer of security for drivers and passengers.

The Townstar Evalia also kicks comfort up a notch with features that will make every journey feel like a dream. New refinements include class-leading cabin quietness, allowing you to transform your Townstar Evalia into a serene sanctuary amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Supporting heavy loads where necessary

Tailored first-and-foremost towards spacious transport for larger groups, the Evalia variant also offers much needed flexibility for those everyday challenges – whether moving home, transporting bulky tools and equipment, or adding that critical extra luggage for vacation.

With all seats stowed aside from the driver's, Townstar Evalia transforms from a people-carrier to flexible mobile transport by creating an impressive boot capacity of up to 3750L. With a combined 49L of front storage space, you'll have room enough to face almost any transport challenge life throws at you.  Seat backs can be folded flat to accommodate outsized baggage like your surfboard or ski gear.

The Nissan Sentra Cup enters its tenth season on Canadian tracks

 

Mississauga (Ontario) – Next Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19, renown Ontario racetrack, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, in Bowmanville near Oshawa, will continue  the tradition of hosting the first Nissan Sentra Cup event of the season.  Presented by Nissan Canada and JD Promotion since 2015 (when the Nissan Micra Cup was launched), the Nissan Sentra Cup will begin its tenth season during Victoria Day Weekend SpeedFest.

In addition to this milestone, it will be the first season in history to only feature drivers racing Nissan Sentra race cars, as the Micra class will not be back this year. Between twenty and twenty-five drivers are expected to take part in this 2024 championship which will see Quebec driver Alexandre Fortin compete as the defending champion.

Five-time winner, and driver of the Ste-Foy/Beauport Nissan team, Alex will attempt to become the first driver since the Sentra models entered the series in 2021 to win back-to-back titles. But this goal promises to be difficult, as two former Series' champions will also aim for the title: Valérie Limoges, the first female driver to be crowned overall champion of a Canadian national road racing series in 2022 and who has won three events in 2023, and Xavier Coupal, who clinched the title in his only full season in the 2016 Nissan Micra Cup.

They will not be the only ones competing for the top step of the podium as more than ten competitors can legitimately claim the 2024 title. Among them are veterans Sylvain Ouellet and Éric Chaput, rally champion Simon Vincent, the very promising rookie Nicolas Lévesque (last champion of the Micra class), Nicolas Barrette (a first Series' victory in 2023), Daniel Fortin (Alexandre's father) or the brothers Matt and Nicolas Miron.

This season, seven drivers will be making their first appearance at the wheel of the Sentra race car. Three of them experienced the series during the Micra Cup in previous years while four will be rookies in the Nissan Sentra Cup. This includes owner of the Nissan Thetford dealership, Steve Poulain, along with Stéphane Pouliot, the experienced Martin Harvey (several seasons in the Porsche GT3 Cup) and Rénald Hamelin, who started his Canadian racing career in the 1980s.

Once again, we find several veterans and drivers who simply want to participate and have fun  in a series with low price points  while  at the wheel of beautiful, high-performance production cars. With that said, it will also be interesting to follow the progress of the youngest drivers in the series: Marie-Soleil Labelle who is almost 20 years old, and returning for her second season, along with Vincent Lalande, who impressed during his debut last year at only 15 years old. After having perfected his experience in rally competitions where he has excelled in recent months, he will approach this new season in the Nissan Sentra Cup with confidence.

"I am happy to see that more than twenty drivers have once again entered for the tenth season of our series on Canadian tracks" mentions promoter Jacques Deshaies. "In addition, all the drivers who competed for the Micra class last year have acquired a Sentra to continue with us. It's a proof of loyalty for our series and I thank them for their involvement. I also believe that with so many Sentra's on the track, it will be an exciting season," he adds.

A season which, after the kick off at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP), will pick back up at the beginning of July at the Complexe ICAR in Mirabel, Quebec, as part of the second edition of the Nissan Grand Prix. An event which was a great success last year and is highly anticipated by fans and competitors of the series.

"I am also looking forward to the 2024 Nissan Grand Prix with great enthusiasm," says the president of Nissan Canada, Steve Milette. "The Nissan Sentra Cup is entering its tenth season of activities in the country and with all these Sentra's on the track there is no doubt that the battle for the title will be thrilling. For fans of the Nissan brand, competitors, partners, I am confident that with six very promising events (three in Ontario, two in Quebec and one in the United States), we will have a show that meets expectations," he adds.

Two weeks after the Nissan Grand Prix, the Nissan Sentra Cup will make its debut on United States soil, on July 19 and 20 for two races at Lime Rock Park, in Connecticut. The always popular Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières (August 9 to 11) will be the third event, followed by a second visit to the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park during the Labour Day weekend in early September, then the final round, which will take place in Ontario, at the Calabogie Motorsports Park, south-west of Ottawa. This site replaces the previously announced Circuit Mont-Tremblant. Calabogie will offer a unique challenge to competitors in the series since this track  has never  hosted a Nissan Sentra Cup race, nor season finale!

Both events held at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park and the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières, will be broadcast live on the Nissan Sentra Cup Facebook page. During the first event, the Series' drivers will be on track Friday May 17 for three 30-minute practice sessions. On Saturday, a qualifying session will be presented from 8:40 a.m. and the green flag will be given on the first race of the 2024 season at 1:30 p.m., for 40 minutes of action. On Sunday May 19, the second 40-minute race will take place from 11:25 a.m.

For more information on the Nissan Sentra Cup, visit coupesentra.comOpens in a new tab. and the series' social media channels. To watch the 2023 season events on the web, go to the Nissan Sentra Cup Youtube pageOpens in a new tab..

2024 CALENDAR – NISSAN SENTRA CUP

May 17, 18, 19                     Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Bowmanville, Ontario

July 6 and 7                          Nissan Grand Prix, Complexe ICAR - Mirabel, Quebec

July 19 and 20                      Lime Rock Park, Connecticut (USA)

August 9, 10, 11                   Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières, Quebec

August 30, 31, Sept. 1         Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Bowmanville, Ontario

September 27, 28, 29          Calabogie Motorsports Park, Ontario

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