Nissan
Overview
Nissan
| Jidosha Seizo Co. Ltd. was the founder of Nissan Motor Company. Ltd and was established in Yokohama in the year 1933. Another Japanese giant that has been troubling the American automakers, Nissan is currently headquartered in Tokyo but intends to move to Yokohama by the end of this decade. The year 1999 saw Nissan enter into an alliance with Renault of France. Formerly marketing vehicles under the Datsun brand name, Nissan is currently the third largest automaker in Japan. Spearheading its foray into India was with the globally successful X-Trail SUV. Nissan's second offering, the luxury sedan Teana, put another feather in the company's cap. Rumors have it that Nissan is contemplating to bring out a small car in association with its French brother, Renault. The company also manufactures and designs various other products such as pleasure boats, machinery and communications satellites, but is mainly engaged in the production and sales of vehicles and spare parts. The company is engaged in joint ventures abroad, and Nissan has established assembly plants in several foreign countries, including Australia, Peru, Mexico, the United States, and Germany. |
Models
Nissan Teana
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| The Nissan Teana is a brilliant fusion of Japanese mechanism, modern technology, luxurious interiors, and a comfortable ride. With its long wheelbase, it offers improved interior space and great stability that make long drives pleasurable. Nissan launched its brand new car, Teana, in India in a single petrol variant, which is powered by a robust 2.4L V6 engine that churns out a massive 168 bhp. The engine is linked to a 4-speed automatic transmission. The sedan is built with a revolutionary multi-link suspension that smoothens out the most stubborn of bumps. It is undoubtedly powerful and a luxurious sedan in its class. |
Nissan X-Trail
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| Nissan's compact SUV gained world-wide acclamation for its excellent off-road capabilities, utmost comfort, superb on-road performance, and good fuel economy. This rugged all-terrain vehicle is offered in 4-Wheel-Drive (4WD) with an option of 2-Wheel-Drive (2WD) mode and it lives up to the expectations of buyers who are looking for a powerful SUV at an affordable cost. It comes in 2 variants in India: Comfort and Elegance. Both the variants are propelled by a 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine that cranks out 136 bhp. An easy-to-shift 6-speed manual transmission makes this powerful car easy-to-drive and control. The exterior sports strong design highlights with an aggressively crafted chrome grille flanked by elegantly designed headlights. The roomy cabin is easy to clean as the surface is dirt and water resistant. |
