Nova Nissan Frontier 2011

Frontier 2011

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Com extraordinária força e capacidade atlética, fora de estrada, continua a ser um líder no segmento de tamanho caminhão médio.

Frontier Nissan 2011 Em três novas Versões

No ano passado Chicago Auto Show, a Suzuki mostrou três versões da Frontier Nissan Equador. Esses três conceitos foram o RMZ-4, Quad e Quay, cada um projetado para transportar uma superbike, um quad e um barco, respectivamente. Desde então, temos conduzido um equador e soube que o caminhão da produção será vendida por 17.995 dólares, mas ainda não vi nenhum na estrada (Suzuki Chris Brown América observou que o Equador só começaram a chegar nas concessionárias).Avancemos para o Chicago Auto Show 2009 e nós estamos olhando mais três do Equador "conceito" de caminhões, como Suzuki tenta provar que este é o caminhão mais sintonizador-friendly do planeta.

No ano passado Chicago Auto Show, a Suzuki mostrou três versões de sua picape Nissan Frontier reformulado, do Equador. Os três conceitos foram o RMZ-4, Quad e Quay, o que representou caminhões para transportar uma superbike, um quad e um barco, respectivamente. Desde então, temos conduzido um equador e soube que o caminhão da produção será vendida por 17.995 dólares. Avancemos para o Chicago Auto Show 2009 ea Suzuki Motor Corp americana finalmente está pronto para introduzir o "novo" com o Equador - o esperar - três caminhões conceito. Este trio de caminhões, no entanto, foram personalizados por 4-Wheel & Off-Road, Off-Road e revistas Truckin '.

Suzuki acaba de lançar informações de preço para a sua novíssima picape Equator de médio porte, e, não surpreendentemente, os macacos perguntar o preço de sua plataforma Nissan Frontier mate. Para 2009, o Equador terá início às 17.995 dólares, apenas algumas centenas de dólares mais do que a fronteira em 17.460 dólares. Essa soma de base você irá obter um motor 2.5L de quatro cilindros com 152 cavalos de potência e 171 lb-ft de torque em um pacote de cabine estendida, com uma transmissão manual de cinco velocidades e tracção a duas rodas. É claro que aqueles que querem ou precisam de mais pode optar por um potente motor 4.0L V6, de cinco marchas da transmissão automática, tração nas quatro rodas e quatro portas reais. Um totalmente carregado RMZ-4 modelo irá facilmente superar a marca de US $ 30.000.

Também preço é o recém-reformulado Grand Vitara, que é equipado com uma escolha de dois novos motores. Base modelos de quatro cilindros começa mudando de mãos em menos de $ 20.000, enquanto que os modelos de alto nível de luxo com um motor 3.2L V6 de ligar todas as quatro rodas começam em 25.649 dólares.

Nissan Leaf Wins the 2011 European Car of the Year Award

While our readers favored the Alfa Romeo Giulietta in our poll, the jury of the 2011 European Car of the Year Award (COTY) announced that the Nissan Leaf is the winner, earning a total of 257 points. This is the first time in the 47-year history of the competition that the award goes to an electric vehicle.

“The jury acknowledged today that the Nissan LEAF is a breakthrough for electric cars. Nissan LEAF is the first EV that can match conventional cars in many respects”, said Håkan Matson, President of the Jury, Car of the Year.

The Giulietta came in second with 248 points, while the Opel/Vauxhall Meriva took the bronze, with 244 points.

Naturally, Nissan is happy with the result. The firm's CEO Carlos Ghosn commented: “This award recognizes the pioneering zero-emission Nissan LEAF as competitive to conventional cars in terms of safety, performance, spaciousness and handling. It also reflects Nissan's standing as an innovative and exciting brand with a clear vision of the future of transportation, which we call sustainable mobility. With three other electric vehicles in the pipeline from Nissan - and with the imminent market introduction of four additional electric vehicles from our Alliance partner Renault - Nissan LEAF represents a significant first step toward a zero-emission future”.

The Nissan Leaf is a plug-in EV, featuring an 80 kW (107 hp) AC electric motor that's fed by a Nissan-developed laminated lithium-ion battery. The EV accelerates from standstill to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 11.9 seconds and it has a driving range of 175 km (109 miles).

Deliveries in Japan and the U.S. start this December, while European customers will have to wait until early 2011. Base price in Europe is €30,000, but there are government incentives in several countries, ranging between €3,000-6,000. The U.S. government offers a $7,500 federal tax credit, which means that the U.S.-spec model starts from $25.280.

By Csaba Daradics

2011 COTY Final Standings

1. Nissan Leaf 257 points

2. Alfa Romeo Giulietta 248 points

3. Opel/Vauxhall Meriva 244 points

4. Ford C-MAX/Grand C-MAX 224 points

5. Citroën C3/DS3 175 points

6. Volvo S60/V60 145 points

7. Dacia Duster 132 points

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Nissan Ellure Concept: Video, Plus Live Photos from LA Show Floor

We've already covered the Nissan Ellure Concept, so you've probably seen our gallery consisting of 55 pictures. However, those images don't do it justice. The swooping lines and sharp edges are not so evident, neither is the balance between the boomerang-themed headlamps and aggressive front grille. But fear not, even if you don't make it to the LA Show, you can get a better view of the Ellure through the video (and the live shots) we have added after the jump.

By Csaba Daradics

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Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet: Live Photos from LA Show Plus Video

We're not sure if you've had enough of the new Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet yet, but either way, if you follow the break, you'll find live photos of the Japanese firm's two-door / SUV / convertible mishmash from the Los Angeles motor show floor, along with the first official video of the model with some B-roll footage. If this strange combo has hit a cord with you, click here to read our detailed analysis of the new Murano which is scheduled to reach U.S. dealership early next year.

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LA Show Debut for 2012 U.S.-Spec Nissan GT-R, New “Black Edition” Added to Range

Boasting more power, subtle interior and exterior styling tweaks as well as chassis updates and a new "Black Edition" model, the U.S.-spec 2012 Nissan GT-R made its North American debut today at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

As far as street-cred goes, few cars can equal the Nissan GT-R. So, it's only normal that every new version finds the fans holding their breath, wondering what are those crazy Japanese going to do next. Add more power, that's what.

The 2012 U.S.-spec model squeezes 530 ponies out of the 3.8-liter twin turbo V6, also known as the VR38DETT, and 488 lb-ft (662 Nm) of asphalt shredding torque – all without any heavy modifications. Engineers fiddled a bit with the boost pressure, gave the valve timing a mild makeover and optimized the air mixture ratio. That sounds like half of a Japanese workday. OK, one full day, if we acknowledge the improved aerodynamics as well.

The front fascia was modestly refreshed and now features double rectifier fins, which optimize the airflow around the supercar's nose. The air intakes are bigger, too, and more efficient in cooling the engine and the front brakes.

We don't know yet how these changes are going to affect performance, 'cause Nissan is all too secretive about official figures, but you really don't have to be a rocket scientist to realize that this car will be very, very fast, given its history.

Visually , the new LED running lights deserve a mention, accompanied by the plated inner headlight panels, which according to Nissan, enhance the GT-R's presence. In total, six exterior colors are available, including two brand-spanking new: the Deep Blue Pearl and Jet Black.

Inside we find minor appointments in the form of new carbon fiber trim and updated materials.

The 10-spoke 20-inch RAYS alloys represent the finishing touch, featuring a near black finish and some innovative solutions. For instance, the knurling inside the wheels was modified to prevent the tires from slipping around them under heavy acceleration or braking.

As for the "Black Edition", it features some unique treats such as the red-trimmed Recaro seats, a dark headliner plus a different set of new RAYS rims, with a 6-spoke design.

When sales will begin early next year, the starting MSRPs will be $89,950 for the Premium and $95,100 for the Black Edition.

By Csaba Daradics

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