Showing posts with label Nissan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nissan. Show all posts
Nissan Fairlady 370Z Z34
Share
In every incarnation, the Fairlady has epitomized what every automotive enthusiast craves for in a sports car. In the latest Z34 manifestation, Nissan has gone above and beyond by redesigning almost every element. Chock full of sporting goodness, we believe that it begs to be outfitted with a similarly sporty kit!
2009 Nissan GT-R Update
Share
October 24th – Nissan officially reveals the new R36 Nissan Skyline GT-R at the Tokyo Motor Show in Japan. Nissan’s new supercar is loosing the Skyline name and will simply be known as the Nissan GT-R. The new GT-R is destined to race in the GT500 class of the SUPER GT series in Japan for the 2008 season. Four years have past since the Skyline GT-R last competed in Japan’s Super GT series when it won the Championship in 2003.
The Nissan GT-R’s new engine produces 480PS (353kW or 473HP) at 6400rpm and maximum torque of 60kgm (588Nm or 434lb/ft) from 3200 to 5200rpm. An all-new GR6-type dual clutch transmission, with paddle shifting and a Borg Warner six-plate dual clutch is putting the power to the ground.
Suspension is a special Bilstein DampTronic system that utilizes vehicle feedback to provide appropriate damping forces for all driving situations like straight-line sprints, cornering, and braking maneuvers.
Braking on the GT-R features large Brembo full-floating drilled rotors and six-piston front and four-piston rear Brembo calipers. Run-flat tires exclusively designed for the Nissan GT-R offer balance and high grip in all-weather and driving conditions.
The instrument panel surrounds the driver and places gages at a uniform height to minimize head movement when driving at high speeds. A large tachometer with gear display is center-mounted to give the driver instant feedback from the GT-R.
The new Nissan GT-R will start at 7.8 million Yen or about $68,000 USD.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Share
The Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi equips you with the new engine 2.0 dCi 150 hp of power and a 6-speed change, which provide for the average consumption of 6.6 liters per 100 Km Available since May 2007 with approval and Euro 4 diesel particulate filter.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
At the Nissan plant in Sunderland (North East), has kicked off production of the new compact crossover the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi engine with 2.0 liters, equipping both versions, which both 2WD four-wheel drive 4WD.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The sophisticated propeller - code M1D - delivers a maximum power of 150 hp (110kW) at 4000 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 2000 rpm. With 6.6 l. every 100 km, the consumption is at the top of the category. The 2WD version with manual transmission, CO2 emissions were at a value of 174 g / km.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Nissan states that this diesel unit is the preferred choice of most buyers and therefore fed more than 25% of Qashqai models sold, and should go to heal the great chasm has developed between the expected effect and more specifically the sales ended.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
As the competitors Opel Antara and Chevrolet Captiva, Qashqai also ensures brilliant performance and driving pleasure thanks to high power and torque, but without giving up a very refined ride. The engine is of course developed in collaboration with the Renault ally.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Excellent indeed quiet and environmentally friendly credentials, those redefine the standards of diesel in the segments of family and compact SUV. Compared to the equivalent of Renault, this engine offers a few more exclusive technologies, such as filter DPF (diesel particulate filter) as standard and double tree balancing.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
It is available with manual transmission or a 6-speed - unusual combination for this type of market - with the automatic / sequential 6-speed transmission. The Suv is as provided by law; conform to Euro 4 anti-pollution legislation.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Both high performances are based on a common-rail technology, the latest generation, capable of 1600 bar of pressure. The method provided by Bosch piezoelectric control allows highly accurate and timely manner on a five-injection cycle: two pre-injection, main injection and two post-injections.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The pre-injection (or injections pilot) are used to reduce background noise typical of diesel combustion. The post-injections prolong the injection main combustion, burning particulates and reducing pollutant emissions before the exhaust gases leaving the combustion chamber.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The noise was one of the priorities of the new engine in engineering. The aluminum base plate optimizes the efficiency and absorption of vibrations. Two counter-balance shafts cancel the vibrations produced by the rotation of the crankshaft, increasing the sophistication, especially at high speed.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Together with pre-injection, these solutions significantly reduce the level of noise and vibration. The engine is equipped with a camshaft with chain drive, to the benefit of sound but also the reliability and long maintenance intervals.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi unit is unique in its class to have a particulate filter (DPF) as standard with a periodic regeneration system. When the particulate collected from emissions of the engine reaches a certain level, the engine executes a routine called "thermal regeneration, which consists of a second post-injection to overheat the exhaust gas.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Above a certain temperature, particulate matter is removed by oxidation, and the filter can continue its function as a collection. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) produces a controlled temperature rise in the combustion chamber in order to improve the levels of emissions of oxides of nitrogen (NOx), further limiting the environmental impact of the engine.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
With other types of transmission, consumption and emissions are as follows: 6.9 l/100 km and 184 g / km for the 4WD configuration with manual and 7.8 l/100 km and 208 g / km for the 4WD configuration with automatic transmission.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Two months to go to sales, Nissan has already collected a huge number of orders for Qashqai across Europe. The first analysis of the market, fully in line with expectations of Nissan, reveals that the majority of buyers have opted for the two-wheel drive and, previously, held a car segment C. Not by chance, in fact, Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi is proposed as an alternative to the traditional compact family car.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Customers are waiting impatiently for the first deliveries of the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi diesel engine - 15% of orders received so far about this version.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The designers of the Nissan Technical Center Europe, with offices in Cranfield in the UK and Barcelona in Spain, specially calibrated and adjusted the engine mapping of Qashqai since this is the first ever application of the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi in a model with transmission . Also new is the unprecedented combination of propelling the automatic 6-speed transmission.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Since the end of April, from production lines in Sunderland, 700 have already produced the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi daily to meet demand from markets all over the world. Sunderland production is exported to Japan, Australia, South Africa, South America and Gulf countries.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
At the Nissan plant in Sunderland (North East), has kicked off production of the new compact crossover the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi engine with 2.0 liters, equipping both versions, which both 2WD four-wheel drive 4WD.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The sophisticated propeller - code M1D - delivers a maximum power of 150 hp (110kW) at 4000 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 2000 rpm. With 6.6 l. every 100 km, the consumption is at the top of the category. The 2WD version with manual transmission, CO2 emissions were at a value of 174 g / km.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Nissan states that this diesel unit is the preferred choice of most buyers and therefore fed more than 25% of Qashqai models sold, and should go to heal the great chasm has developed between the expected effect and more specifically the sales ended.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
As the competitors Opel Antara and Chevrolet Captiva, Qashqai also ensures brilliant performance and driving pleasure thanks to high power and torque, but without giving up a very refined ride. The engine is of course developed in collaboration with the Renault ally.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Excellent indeed quiet and environmentally friendly credentials, those redefine the standards of diesel in the segments of family and compact SUV. Compared to the equivalent of Renault, this engine offers a few more exclusive technologies, such as filter DPF (diesel particulate filter) as standard and double tree balancing.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
It is available with manual transmission or a 6-speed - unusual combination for this type of market - with the automatic / sequential 6-speed transmission. The Suv is as provided by law; conform to Euro 4 anti-pollution legislation.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Both high performances are based on a common-rail technology, the latest generation, capable of 1600 bar of pressure. The method provided by Bosch piezoelectric control allows highly accurate and timely manner on a five-injection cycle: two pre-injection, main injection and two post-injections.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The pre-injection (or injections pilot) are used to reduce background noise typical of diesel combustion. The post-injections prolong the injection main combustion, burning particulates and reducing pollutant emissions before the exhaust gases leaving the combustion chamber.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The noise was one of the priorities of the new engine in engineering. The aluminum base plate optimizes the efficiency and absorption of vibrations. Two counter-balance shafts cancel the vibrations produced by the rotation of the crankshaft, increasing the sophistication, especially at high speed.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Together with pre-injection, these solutions significantly reduce the level of noise and vibration. The engine is equipped with a camshaft with chain drive, to the benefit of sound but also the reliability and long maintenance intervals.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi unit is unique in its class to have a particulate filter (DPF) as standard with a periodic regeneration system. When the particulate collected from emissions of the engine reaches a certain level, the engine executes a routine called "thermal regeneration, which consists of a second post-injection to overheat the exhaust gas.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Above a certain temperature, particulate matter is removed by oxidation, and the filter can continue its function as a collection. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) produces a controlled temperature rise in the combustion chamber in order to improve the levels of emissions of oxides of nitrogen (NOx), further limiting the environmental impact of the engine.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
With other types of transmission, consumption and emissions are as follows: 6.9 l/100 km and 184 g / km for the 4WD configuration with manual and 7.8 l/100 km and 208 g / km for the 4WD configuration with automatic transmission.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Two months to go to sales, Nissan has already collected a huge number of orders for Qashqai across Europe. The first analysis of the market, fully in line with expectations of Nissan, reveals that the majority of buyers have opted for the two-wheel drive and, previously, held a car segment C. Not by chance, in fact, Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi is proposed as an alternative to the traditional compact family car.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Customers are waiting impatiently for the first deliveries of the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi diesel engine - 15% of orders received so far about this version.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
The designers of the Nissan Technical Center Europe, with offices in Cranfield in the UK and Barcelona in Spain, specially calibrated and adjusted the engine mapping of Qashqai since this is the first ever application of the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi in a model with transmission . Also new is the unprecedented combination of propelling the automatic 6-speed transmission.
2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi
Since the end of April, from production lines in Sunderland, 700 have already produced the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi daily to meet demand from markets all over the world. Sunderland production is exported to Japan, Australia, South Africa, South America and Gulf countries.
Nissan 350Z Roadster
Share
As in the coupe, the Nissan 350Z Roadster has power of the V6 engine is a 3.5 VQ series, which delivers 280 hp.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The discovery of the Nissan 350Z Roadster makes its debut on the stage before the Parisian street market in Europe set for first half of 2005.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
As in the coupe, the power is supplied from the legendary drive V6 3.5 VQ series, which delivers 280 hp (209 kW) and 363 Nm of torque. Traction is back, according to the classic sporty configuration. The stages of intake and exhaust of the engine are optimized for maximum aural pleasure when driving with the roof down.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The agile and snappy performance make the joy of those sitting behind the wheel, but there is also much to be admired from an aesthetic point of view, since the design is really fascinating.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
In the wake of the success of the coupe, the Roadster again exciting lines closed version, the driving experience by offering all-round with a bonus exclusive: the wind in your hair.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
A powerful front engine 3.5-liter V6 mounted centrally drives the rear wheels via a manual six-speed transmission with short spacing close relationships. Nissan Experience the world of racing has led to the use of a transmission shaft ultralight carbon fiber.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
As well as developing an impressive power output of 206 kW (280 hp), the V6 a timing variable is characterized by substantial torque of 363 Nm, able to speak to the best schemes to lower. The maximum speed is 250 km / h with an acceleration 0-100km / h takes just 5.9 seconds.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
With the engine mounted in the rearmost position possible, given the front wheels, the Nissan 350Z Roadster is characterized by an optimal distribution of weight between front and rear, and in 53/47 ratio, and a low center of gravity. The greater weight on the front wheels provides better traction for more precise steered.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
Exiting a curve in the acceleration, the weight distribution moves towards the rear, creating a 50/50 balance when it is most needed.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The frame has a wide carriageway independent multilink suspension components made of ultra-light forged aluminum. The front suspension is mounted on the rear auxiliary frame, as on racing cars. Large wheel covers alloy wheels from 18 inches, on which are mounted Bridgestone Potenza RE040 tires of different sizes: 225/45R18 for the front wheels and 245/45R18 for the rear.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
A braking system to the performance of the Nissan 350Z Roadster was entrusted to Brembo, a partnership with an Italian rapier identifiable by the features visible through the elegant six-spoke wheels.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The torsional stiffness is the key element of the exceptional driveability the Nissan 350Z Roadster. Later, the entire auxiliary frame was reinforced with a strong bar, which extends the entire width of the luggage compartment and is visible through the rear door.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The bar - black with silver trim and adorned feature stylized Z - not only increases the rigidity of the structure, but also provides an anchor point for networks carrying luggage.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
A bar of steel reinforcing wire, filled with polyurethane reinforced with characteristics of resistance and optimal weight, passes through the engine compartment. Increased resistance must also be reinforced joints on the bottom shell and the double floor structure above the fuel tank, mounted in a central location. The result provides a guide to unique sport, but made sure to be pleasant and excellent road holding.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The emotion that gives the direction of the Nissan 350Z Roadster is also the result of focused design. The length of the casing is that the pass and the passenger seats to reveal two DNA from the Nissan 350Z Roadster sports authentic.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The differences compared with the coupe version will concentrate on the back of the passenger, where there are the inevitable roll-bar, joined by a glass, and the door hood which, in turn, takes the same form it from the roll-bar, and which are of significance not only aerodynamic, but also aesthetic.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The hood, which is activated via a button located to the left of the steering wheel, opens in 20 seconds and is coupled to a rear window heat tempered, which gives to all situations, the maximum visibility.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The leitmotiv of sportsmanship is reflected also in the car. A counter in the center dominates the list of tools oriented towards the pilot. For an optimal driving position, the instrumentation is not fixed to the dashboard, but to the steering column and moves with the steering wheel when you adjust the height and distance of the latter.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
At the center of the dashboard, there is another sign of the sporting tradition of the Nissan 350Z Roadster is heir: three indicators to small dial placed in individual niches partially collected and distinctly angled toward the driver. It is a voltmeter, an oil pressure indicator and an on-board computer that echo the style and position of the three indicators on the similar original 240Z.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The configuration of seats has been designed without compromise, taking into account their actual use. The driver's seat is "sculpted" carved in order to ensure a balance control in any driving condition, while the passenger is wider than it is more comfort-oriented travel.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The strong appeal "Emotionally, the Nissan 350Z Roadster combines a fascinating rational. Accessible through a rear door opening to the luggage compartment can comfortably accommodate two golf bags or a large suitcase and two smaller bags. Behind the seat of the passenger space is a lockable glove compartment that can hold a briefcase.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
Other standard features include automatic climate control, xenon headlights and heated mirrors. The two front airbags, dual-stage airbags are supplemented by side and curtain, thus aligning the provision of security to that of the Nissan 350Z Roadster models leader in its segment.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The Nissan 350Z Roadster is equipped with cruise control and heated leather seats and electric. Also has a Bose premium audio system from 240W to six CD - based on technology AudioPilot ™ to compensate for the noise - with 25 cm woofers behind the driver's seat.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The budget option lets you choose the exclusive leather Alezan Orange color and ultra-light alloy wheels from Rays designed to reduce the weight of the unsprung masses of about 4 pounds per wheel.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
Prices for the European market are not yet official, but it will allow between 23,000 and 26,000 Euro. Marketing in Europe is scheduled for first half 2005 sales expectations for Nissan that are more exciting, considering the great success already levied on the American market. Certainly value for money is to be taken seriously by the Roadster, and deserves to be tested at the concessionaires as soon as available.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The discovery of the Nissan 350Z Roadster makes its debut on the stage before the Parisian street market in Europe set for first half of 2005.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
As in the coupe, the power is supplied from the legendary drive V6 3.5 VQ series, which delivers 280 hp (209 kW) and 363 Nm of torque. Traction is back, according to the classic sporty configuration. The stages of intake and exhaust of the engine are optimized for maximum aural pleasure when driving with the roof down.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The agile and snappy performance make the joy of those sitting behind the wheel, but there is also much to be admired from an aesthetic point of view, since the design is really fascinating.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
In the wake of the success of the coupe, the Roadster again exciting lines closed version, the driving experience by offering all-round with a bonus exclusive: the wind in your hair.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
A powerful front engine 3.5-liter V6 mounted centrally drives the rear wheels via a manual six-speed transmission with short spacing close relationships. Nissan Experience the world of racing has led to the use of a transmission shaft ultralight carbon fiber.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
As well as developing an impressive power output of 206 kW (280 hp), the V6 a timing variable is characterized by substantial torque of 363 Nm, able to speak to the best schemes to lower. The maximum speed is 250 km / h with an acceleration 0-100km / h takes just 5.9 seconds.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
With the engine mounted in the rearmost position possible, given the front wheels, the Nissan 350Z Roadster is characterized by an optimal distribution of weight between front and rear, and in 53/47 ratio, and a low center of gravity. The greater weight on the front wheels provides better traction for more precise steered.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
Exiting a curve in the acceleration, the weight distribution moves towards the rear, creating a 50/50 balance when it is most needed.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The frame has a wide carriageway independent multilink suspension components made of ultra-light forged aluminum. The front suspension is mounted on the rear auxiliary frame, as on racing cars. Large wheel covers alloy wheels from 18 inches, on which are mounted Bridgestone Potenza RE040 tires of different sizes: 225/45R18 for the front wheels and 245/45R18 for the rear.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
A braking system to the performance of the Nissan 350Z Roadster was entrusted to Brembo, a partnership with an Italian rapier identifiable by the features visible through the elegant six-spoke wheels.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The torsional stiffness is the key element of the exceptional driveability the Nissan 350Z Roadster. Later, the entire auxiliary frame was reinforced with a strong bar, which extends the entire width of the luggage compartment and is visible through the rear door.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The bar - black with silver trim and adorned feature stylized Z - not only increases the rigidity of the structure, but also provides an anchor point for networks carrying luggage.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
A bar of steel reinforcing wire, filled with polyurethane reinforced with characteristics of resistance and optimal weight, passes through the engine compartment. Increased resistance must also be reinforced joints on the bottom shell and the double floor structure above the fuel tank, mounted in a central location. The result provides a guide to unique sport, but made sure to be pleasant and excellent road holding.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The emotion that gives the direction of the Nissan 350Z Roadster is also the result of focused design. The length of the casing is that the pass and the passenger seats to reveal two DNA from the Nissan 350Z Roadster sports authentic.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The differences compared with the coupe version will concentrate on the back of the passenger, where there are the inevitable roll-bar, joined by a glass, and the door hood which, in turn, takes the same form it from the roll-bar, and which are of significance not only aerodynamic, but also aesthetic.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The hood, which is activated via a button located to the left of the steering wheel, opens in 20 seconds and is coupled to a rear window heat tempered, which gives to all situations, the maximum visibility.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The leitmotiv of sportsmanship is reflected also in the car. A counter in the center dominates the list of tools oriented towards the pilot. For an optimal driving position, the instrumentation is not fixed to the dashboard, but to the steering column and moves with the steering wheel when you adjust the height and distance of the latter.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
At the center of the dashboard, there is another sign of the sporting tradition of the Nissan 350Z Roadster is heir: three indicators to small dial placed in individual niches partially collected and distinctly angled toward the driver. It is a voltmeter, an oil pressure indicator and an on-board computer that echo the style and position of the three indicators on the similar original 240Z.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The configuration of seats has been designed without compromise, taking into account their actual use. The driver's seat is "sculpted" carved in order to ensure a balance control in any driving condition, while the passenger is wider than it is more comfort-oriented travel.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The strong appeal "Emotionally, the Nissan 350Z Roadster combines a fascinating rational. Accessible through a rear door opening to the luggage compartment can comfortably accommodate two golf bags or a large suitcase and two smaller bags. Behind the seat of the passenger space is a lockable glove compartment that can hold a briefcase.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
Other standard features include automatic climate control, xenon headlights and heated mirrors. The two front airbags, dual-stage airbags are supplemented by side and curtain, thus aligning the provision of security to that of the Nissan 350Z Roadster models leader in its segment.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The Nissan 350Z Roadster is equipped with cruise control and heated leather seats and electric. Also has a Bose premium audio system from 240W to six CD - based on technology AudioPilot ™ to compensate for the noise - with 25 cm woofers behind the driver's seat.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
The budget option lets you choose the exclusive leather Alezan Orange color and ultra-light alloy wheels from Rays designed to reduce the weight of the unsprung masses of about 4 pounds per wheel.
2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster
Prices for the European market are not yet official, but it will allow between 23,000 and 26,000 Euro. Marketing in Europe is scheduled for first half 2005 sales expectations for Nissan that are more exciting, considering the great success already levied on the American market. Certainly value for money is to be taken seriously by the Roadster, and deserves to be tested at the concessionaires as soon as available.
Nissan Altima Coupe Photos Car
Share
Nissan altima coupe photos, images and pictures. As an early 2008 model, a new Altima coupe is joining the existing Altima four-door sedan. Now in its fourth generation, "Altima is the power brand for Nissan," said regional product manager John Curl. A coupe is expected to "add incremental sales to the Altima brand," attracting "young customers especially." Other coupes on the market, Curl believes, are "not very good, or not very interesting." Nissan's main target is the Honda Accord coupe.
Nissan "started with a clean sheet of paper" for the coupe, Curl said. It's not merely a two-door sedan. The only body panel shared with the sedan is the hood. "Everything else is completely unique to the coupe."
Wheelbase is about 4 inches shorter than the sedan's, and the roofline has been lowered by about 2 inches. Tiny rear quarter windows are installed, and the doors are considerably wider than those of a sedan. Overall, the coupe is 7.3 inches shorter than an Altima sedan, but widths are identical so the coupe gets a "wide, muscular stance" as well as interior roominess.
Powertrains match those of the Altima sedan. Placed on sale May 25, the Altima coupe has a choice of two engines: a 175-horsepower four-cylinder and a 270-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6. Either a six-speed manual transmission or Nissan's Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT) may be installed. Operation of the CVT is utterly refined, as demonstrated in a four-cylinder Altima coupe. This could be the best CVT yet. It's even snappy on takeoff, and as smooth as can be. There's no shortage of energy for merging or passing, either. Because the CVT is so masterful there's little tempation to use the manual-shift mode, which can run through a sequence of virtual "gears."
This coupe is quiet, too, even while accelerating. Altimas emit virtually no buzziness or sense of high engine revs - as in many CTV applications - waiting for the car to catch up. Ride comfort also appeals. You can feel pavement separators, but they don't affect occupants much at all because the suspension fends them off so well. Steering feel is beautifully balanced: easy to turn and positive to control.
Snugly-bolstered front bucket seats seem appropriate for the sporty coupe. Illuminated gauges have big numbers, and are among the easiest to read. Nothing is perfect, and the Altima sags at times in terms of sounds. Considerable tire noise (actually a buzz) occurs on certain surfaces; but on others, there's none to speak of. In some areas, a notable whine appears. Rear quarter windows don't help much with visibility, which isn't the best either rearward or over-the-shoulder.
Nissan altima coupe photos, images and pictures. As an early 2008 model, a new Altima coupe is joining the existing Altima four-door sedan. Now in its fourth generation, "Altima is the power brand for Nissan," said regional product manager John Curl. A coupe is expected to "add incremental sales to the Altima brand," attracting "young customers especially." Other coupes on the market, Curl believes, are "not very good, or not very interesting." Nissan's main target is the Honda Accord coupe.
Nissan "started with a clean sheet of paper" for the coupe, Curl said. It's not merely a two-door sedan. The only body panel shared with the sedan is the hood. "Everything else is completely unique to the coupe."
Wheelbase is about 4 inches shorter than the sedan's, and the roofline has been lowered by about 2 inches. Tiny rear quarter windows are installed, and the doors are considerably wider than those of a sedan. Overall, the coupe is 7.3 inches shorter than an Altima sedan, but widths are identical so the coupe gets a "wide, muscular stance" as well as interior roominess.
Powertrains match those of the Altima sedan. Placed on sale May 25, the Altima coupe has a choice of two engines: a 175-horsepower four-cylinder and a 270-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6. Either a six-speed manual transmission or Nissan's Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT) may be installed. Operation of the CVT is utterly refined, as demonstrated in a four-cylinder Altima coupe. This could be the best CVT yet. It's even snappy on takeoff, and as smooth as can be. There's no shortage of energy for merging or passing, either. Because the CVT is so masterful there's little tempation to use the manual-shift mode, which can run through a sequence of virtual "gears."
This coupe is quiet, too, even while accelerating. Altimas emit virtually no buzziness or sense of high engine revs - as in many CTV applications - waiting for the car to catch up. Ride comfort also appeals. You can feel pavement separators, but they don't affect occupants much at all because the suspension fends them off so well. Steering feel is beautifully balanced: easy to turn and positive to control.
Snugly-bolstered front bucket seats seem appropriate for the sporty coupe. Illuminated gauges have big numbers, and are among the easiest to read. Nothing is perfect, and the Altima sags at times in terms of sounds. Considerable tire noise (actually a buzz) occurs on certain surfaces; but on others, there's none to speak of. In some areas, a notable whine appears. Rear quarter windows don't help much with visibility, which isn't the best either rearward or over-the-shoulder.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
