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Thu, 17 May 2012
Nissan Qashqai and Juke ExcelNissan Qashqai and Juke Excel
Have you noticed that the Nissan Qashqai and the Nissan Juke are everywhere? Yes! Me too. Brace yourself then... because there are now thousands more of these 'crossovers' than there were a few weeks ago. Nissan, you see, benefited from extremely strong sales in March 2012. In fact, the com...
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Tue, 15 May 2012
Nissan LEAF Sales RocketNissan LEAF Sales Rocket
The Nissan LEAF was the ninth best selling passenger car in Norway in February 2012, and Nissan's second best seller. In fact, 1,000 of these battery powered playthings have been registered in Norway in the last six months. But why? Norway's government encourages electric vehicle purchases ...
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Mon, 14 May 2012
Nissan GT-R Track Pack Available NowNissan GT-R Track Pack Available Now
Protect the elderly and cover your kid's eyes – the Nissan GT-R Track Pack is available now. This predator is even tougher than its hard-as-nails sibling as it is optimised for the track. The brakes, for starters, have been enhanced with cooling ducts in the carbon front splitter and near t...
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Thu, 10 May 2012
Nissan sell 1000 LEAFs in NorwayNissan sell 1000 LEAFs in Norway
Nissan in Norway has sold 1000 Nissan LEAFs in just six months. The government support and charging infrastructure have helped the Nissan LEAF become the second best-selling Nissan in Norway and the ninth best-selling passenger car overall in February. Norway has the highest level of support in Eur...
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Tue, 08 May 2012
The Nissan Leaf 24 hour Test DriveThe Nissan Leaf 24 hour Test Drive
The Nissan Leaf can be test driven over a 24 hour period so electric driving can be experienced to the full. The Nissan Leaf can be picked up in the morning and dropped back the following day. Nissan have also announced that the new Nissan Leaf will be available for short term hire in London and ...
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Fri, 04 May 2012
All electric Nissan Leaf visits motoring.co.ukAll electric Nissan Leaf visits motoring.co.uk
The team at motoring.co.uk assessed the Nissan Leaf with keen interest, having picked the car up from a local Nissan dealer, we had 24 hours to find out more, and here’s what we found out. First impressions were that, the car was much bigger than we expected, with room for 5 adults and a decent s...
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Wed, 02 May 2012
Nissan LEAF priced from £25,990Nissan LEAF priced from £25,990
The Nissan LEAF has been designed from the start to be a purely electric-powered model and in this sense it is truly revolutionary, marking a turning point for the car industry. The electric motor is powered by a Nissan-developed laminated lithium-ion battery with an output of more than 90kW. The ca...
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Fri, 20 Apr 2012
Nissan LEAF Celebrates First BirthdayNissan LEAF Celebrates First Birthday
Find a birthday cake and prepare to sing – the Nissan LEAF is one year old. And look how this battery powered car has grown. The Japanese manufacturer has expanded its dealer network, for starters, from twenty-six to thirty-two – and there are plans to increase this further to one-hundred a...
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Mon, 16 Apr 2012
Size Doesn’t Matter For The Nissan NoteSize Doesn’t Matter For The Nissan Note
Mention the brand Nissan and many models come to mind, the Micra, Juke and the GT-R. One less likely to be uttered in the same breath as ‘Our survey says’, is the NOTE. Despite this, over 100,000 have been sold in the UK since they drove off the assembly line at the Nissan plant at Sunderland ...
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Nissan - Far East Meets North EastNissan - Far East Meets North East
In the early eighties, the North East was seeing shipyards and coal mines shut in a time of industrial decline. With so many skilled workers jobless, it was the Japanese brand that helped to turn it around and took over a 799 acre, former airfield, building the largest car plant in the UK. In 19...
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Thu, 12 Apr 2012
New Nissan NV400 PreviewNew Nissan NV400 Preview
Shockingly.... the new Nissan NV400 Chassis Cab is 'not' ready for work. But it is ready to be seen by potential customers at the Commercial Vehicle Show in April 2012. Hard working operators will be able to choose from numerous configurations once this machine is launched. These include: d...
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Tue, 27 Mar 2012
Nissan Leaf celebrates first birthday Nissan Leaf celebrates first birthday
The first Nissan Leaf was delivered to UK customers twelve months ago. Electronics engineer Richard Todd and Smooth Radio DJ Mark Goodier were the first customers in the country to take delivery of their Nissan Leafs at Glyn Hopkin Nissan in Waltham Abbey, Hertfordshire. After living with his Nis...
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Mon, 05 Mar 2012
New Nissan Micra 1.2 DIG-S VisiaNew Nissan Micra 1.2 DIG-S Visia
Crocodile Dundee must love his new Nissan Micra 1.2 DIG-S Visia. He adores the great outdoors, after all, and this popular supermini is kind to the environment. It therefore averages a planet saving 68.9mpg and returns 78.5mpg on the extra-urban cycle. Carbon emissions are merely 95g/km, wh...
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Wed, 29 Feb 2012
Nissan Qashqai+2 1.6 VisiaNissan Qashqai+2 1.6 Visia
One thing is certain in this uncertain world; the Nissan Qashqai+2 1.6 Visia is the entry- level version of this family workhorse. In other words, it is the cheap one; the least desirable; the one to avoid if funds permit. But why? This machine is fantastic. It has Nissan's legendary build ...
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Fri, 24 Feb 2012
New Nissan Juke ShiroNew Nissan Juke Shiro
The Nissan Juke Shiro reminds me of tedious language lessons at school. So, stop fidgeting at the back of the class and consider this: 'Shiro' means 'white' in Japanese – and this variant replaces the top-of-the-range 'Kuro' that means 'black'. Confusingly, this beach buggy lookalike is ava...
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Nissan Qashqai+2 2.0 dCi TeknaNissan Qashqai+2 2.0 dCi Tekna
Indiana Jones loves his Nissan Qashqai+2. His top-of-the-range 2.0 dCi Tekna auto has four-wheel-drive, after all, so the antiques collector can 'go anywhere'. It also has composed handling and a smooth ride over tarmac, so cruising home with a boot full of collectables is a pleasant experi...
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Thu, 16 Feb 2012
Nissan Micra 1.2 Acenta From £149 Per-MonthNissan Micra 1.2 Acenta From £149 Per-Month
Bargain lovers take note... The Nissan Micra 1.2 Acenta could be your new best friend from only £149 per-month, at 6.9% APR. This thirty-six payment personal contract purchase also requires a deposit, so wannabe owners best raid their piggy banks for a further £2,786. The final purchase pay...
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Wed, 15 Feb 2012
New Nissan LEAF available for short term hireNew Nissan LEAF available for short term hire
Nissan have announced that the new Nissan LEAF will be available for short term hire in London and Paris. This will now make the LEAF available to a wider audience. Guillaume Cartier, Vice President for Sales Operations at Nissan International SA said “there are two distinct reasons for joining f...
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Fri, 10 Feb 2012
The new Nissan Juke Shiro arrivesThe new Nissan Juke Shiro arrives
A new top of the range version of the Nissan Juke has arrived, this new version replaces the successful Kuro Limited Edition. The Kuro (Kuro is the Japanese word for black) was a black limited edition and the new Shiro is white, Shiro meaning white in Japanese. The interior of the Shiro has a select...
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New Nissan Note UpgradedNew Nissan Note Upgraded
Open the wine, shoot-off a party popper, and celebrate – the Nissan Note has been upgraded for 2012. So, for starters, the Acenta trim now has a higher specification. Enhancements include: automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, climate control, and new seat fabric for a sophisticated fe...
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Wed, 01 Feb 2012
New Nissan Note for 2012New Nissan Note for 2012
The new upgraded Nissan Note will be on sale next month. The popular UK built supermini MPV is great value for money with prices starting at £11,200 for the Visia, with the new Acenta at £13,000 and the new N-TEC+ a further £500. There is an increase in equipment and style for the popular Acenta ...
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Tue, 24 Jan 2012
Nissan was UK’s top car maker for 2011Nissan was UK’s top car maker for 2011
The biggest car production plant last year was the Nissan factory in Sunderland, where 480,485 cars were built which was a 13.5% increase on 2010. Nissan produces the Qashqai, Note and Juke models in the UK. The current Nissan Qashqai production line in Sunderland has been running around the clock f...
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Mon, 23 Jan 2012
New Nissan X-Trail Platinum EditionNew Nissan X-Trail Platinum Edition
The Nissan X-Trail Platinum Edition sounds like a piece of jewellery. However, I find this special edition's high specification far more interesting than bracelets, rings, and those silly little bead things. There is a certain woman in my life who disagrees. Either way, this top- of-the-ran...
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Fri, 13 Jan 2012
New Nissan Note 1.5 dCi VisiaNew Nissan Note 1.5 dCi Visia
Help! I am teaching a friend to drive in a new Nissan Note 1.5 dCi Visia. This is absolutely terrifying. The learner likes to bounce over kerbs, ignore roundabouts, and wander around like a confused spider. My nerves are now wrecked. At least the Note is a comfort. This compact multi-purpos...
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Tue, 10 Jan 2012
Nissan X-TRAIL 4x4 Special EditionNissan X-TRAIL 4x4 Special Edition
A new special edition Nissan X-TRAIL 4x4 named the Platinum edition is now on sale. Only 200 will be produced with prices starting from £29,180. Powering the Platinum is the X-TRAIL’s advanced 2.0dCi diesel engine with a choice of either manual or automatic transmissions. The manual produces 173P...
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New Nissan GT-R Track PlusNew Nissan GT-R Track Plus
Oh oh! The new Nissan GT-R Track Plus is here. Is there no mercy? The GT-R is already one of the fastest, most hard-core, and most extreme cars on the road – and now there is this even tougher version that has been optimised for the track. The brakes, for starters, have been enhanced with c...
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Fri, 06 Jan 2012
New Nissan Pixo 1.0New Nissan Pixo 1.0
Fantastic news! The Nissan Pixo 1.0 Visia has no air-conditioning. I am delighted to report that it also lacks electric windows, power mirrors, and cruise control. Mercifully, this city car has no electric sunroof, either – and thank goodness sat-nav is absent too. This is the perspective a...
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Thu, 05 Jan 2012
Nissan Qashqai named ‘Used Car of the Year 2011’Nissan Qashqai named ‘Used Car of the Year 2011’
The Nissan Qashqai has been voted ‘Used Car of the Year 2011’ for the second year running by CAP the UK’s independent benchmark used car pricing experts. The Nissan Qashqai was chosen from a shortlist of six models and points were awarded by the judging panel based on CAP’s criteria of excellence...
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Mon, 19 Dec 2011
New Nissan Juke Nismo ConceptNew Nissan Juke Nismo Concept
Oh dear! The new Nissan Juke Nismo Concept is extremely over excited. This is 'noteworthy' as even the standard car's personality is energetic and feisty – so this pumped-up concept car looks slightly manic. That is what happens when Nismo – the hard-core performance wing of Nissan – 'enhan...
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Wed, 07 Dec 2011
Nissan Leaf is named ‘Japanese Car of the Year 2011-2012’Nissan Leaf is named ‘Japanese Car of the Year 2011-2012’
The Nissan Leaf has been named Japanese Car of the year for 2011-2012 it is the first time an electric vehicle has won an award. The Car of the Year Japan honour is further recognition of the Nissan Leaf’s value and attractiveness that has received high praise from customers around the world. Th...
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Thu, 24 Nov 2011
Did a Nissan Navara save a plane?Did a Nissan Navara save a plane?
A Nissan Navara supposedly driven by an airport mechanic is shown in a YouTube video saving a plane from crashing. This kind of spoof video footage is often produced by car manufacturers in the USA in order to send their new vehicle launches viral. Videos such as this which are entertaining, funn...
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Fri, 28 Oct 2011
New Nissan Juke-R Hits 170MPHNew Nissan Juke-R Hits 170MPH
Hold on tight. The new Nissan Juke-R will be faster than the speed of light. It will make the Starship Enterprise look like an old tractor, and terrify little old ladies. But why? This one-off technical study will be powered by the Nissan GT-R's 3.8-litre V6 twin- turbo engine. Oh my! That ...
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Thu, 20 Oct 2011
New Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T Acenta+New Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T Acenta+
Bad news. The Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T Acenta+ Sport Pack looks like a beach buggy. Its bulging front-end, super wide hips, and lofty driving position suggest this supermini/sports car hybrid is more at home ploughing-up sand that cruising on the M25. Good news. The Nissan Juke looks like a be...
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Wed, 19 Oct 2011
Nissan Qashqai is Best SellerNissan Qashqai is Best Seller
The Nissan Qashqai was the marque's best selling vehicle of September 2011. To be precise, 6,068 of these capable crossovers were ordered in the United Kingdom. The Juke was the runner-up with 4,475 sales – and the Nissan Micra took the bronze medal with 3,540. In total, Nissan registered 1...
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Mon, 10 Oct 2011
New Nissan Micra 1.2 AcentaNew Nissan Micra 1.2 Acenta
The new Nissan Micra 1.2 Acenta is the best value version of this fantastic supermini. As such, this mid-spec trim has important features missing from the base model – but lacks an unnecessary gadget super-glued to the top-of-the-range version. Let me explain. The Acenta has: split/fold rea...
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Fri, 07 Oct 2011
Nissan create the Nissan Juke-R Super CrossoverNissan create the Nissan Juke-R Super Crossover
After the sales success of the new Qashqai and Juke models, Nissan is now creating the Juke-R the first ever super crossover. Currently under development the bold design of the Juke is clear to see. However, with the addition of flared wheel arches, revised front and rear bumpers plus a unique spli...
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Thu, 06 Oct 2011
Volkswagen Fox vs. Nissan PixoVolkswagen Fox vs. Nissan Pixo
The Volkswagen Fox and Nissan Pixo are irritating each other. Both want to be recognised as the superior city car - but there can be 'only one'. The Fox 1.2 produces 60ps, hits 62mph in 15.9 seconds, and averages 48.7mpg. These figures are unremarkable, so the Pixo 1.0 Visia has a chance to...
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Tue, 27 Sep 2011
Nissan Pixo ReviewNissan Pixo Review
The Nissan Pixo is a car for around town that will cost peanuts to run and the purchase price is very competitive. The 1.0 litre engine returns an impressive 64.2mpg; co2 emissions are similarly low with an average of 103g/km grouping the Nissan Pixo in with the very cleanest cars on the road. Th...
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Mon, 26 Sep 2011
New Nissan Juke with improved efficiencyNew Nissan Juke with improved efficiency
The Nissan Juke 1.6 litre petrol and the 1.5 litre dCi diesel drivetrain have undergone optimisation programme to further reduce emissions and boost fuel economy. The Nissan Juke 1.6 litre petrol now returns 47.1mpg on the combined cycle and emits just 139g/km of co2 emissions. This now means the...
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Thu, 15 Sep 2011
Nissan Note 1.4 VisiaNissan Note 1.4 Visia
Why do my friends laugh at the Nissan Note 1.4 Visia? Their mockery is puzzling as this compact multi-purpose vehicle is a worthy workhorse and fantastic value for money. In fact, this robustly constructed mile-muncher could be ferrying your kids to school from £11,200. That is cheap-as-chips in mot...
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Tue, 06 Sep 2011
Nissan Qashqai with new Diesel EngineNissan Qashqai with new Diesel Engine
The Nissan Qashqai’s new 1.6 litre dCi engine arrives at the perfect time as motorists face ever increasing fuel prices. This new four cylinder turbo diesel engine delivers enhanced economy and emissions in the Qashqai and Qashqai+2. The new Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi wears Nissan’s Pure Drive badg...
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Tue, 23 Aug 2011
Nissan Qashqai+2 For £279 Per-MonthNissan Qashqai+2 For £279 Per-Month
Fancy a new Nissan Qashqai+2 for £279 per-month? Good, then you are in luck. The 1.6- litre 16v N-Tec Manual 2WD version is now available on a personal contract purchase plan. This thirty-seven month package, as well as the regular monthly payments, also requires a £4,980 deposit. Its repre...
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Mon, 22 Aug 2011
New Special Edition Nissan JukeNew Special Edition Nissan Juke
A new special edition of Nissan's stylish Juke crossover is available to order now. Named ‘Kuro’ meaning black in Japanese the strictly limited edition provides a new dark look to the British built Juke. The Nissan Juke Kuro is based on the top of the range Tekna grade and features new ten spoke ...
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New Nissan GT-RNew Nissan GT-R
Be afraid. Be very afraid. The new Nissan GT-R is here. This monstrous machine races to 62mph in an astonishing 3 seconds. Imagine that. Stationary - then 1, 2, 3 and you are travelling close to the maximum motorway speed limit. Then there is more. On a race track this two-door coupé is cap...
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Fri, 19 Aug 2011
Nissan Juke from £12,995Nissan Juke from £12,995
The Nissan Juke Visia is currently available for £12,995.The entry-level Nissan Juke Visia comes equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, ESP, six airbags, sports seats and air conditioning, while also offering the practicality of the Nissan Juke’s funky five-door shape. The Nissan Juke has been desi...
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Tue, 16 Aug 2011
Nissan Pixo vs. Toyota YarisNissan Pixo vs. Toyota Yaris
Comparing the Nissan Pixo and the Toyota Yaris is like evaluating a banana against a three-course dinner. Both may have the same basic function, i.e. to feed people, but they go about it in very different ways. The Pixo, for example, is a 'city car' class vehicle. The entry-level model is i...
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Fri, 12 Aug 2011
Nissan Qashqai Celebrates One-Millionth MilestoneNissan Qashqai Celebrates One-Millionth Milestone
Nissan is celebrating the production of its one-millionth Nissan Qashqai. This remarkable milestone was reached exactly four years, six months, and twenty-three days after production started. No other British-built car has reached the million-mark so quickly. On average, twelve-hundred Qash...
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Tue, 09 Aug 2011
New Advanced Nissan Micra DIG-S on sale SeptemberNew Advanced Nissan Micra DIG-S on sale September
Nissan have released prices for the new highly advanced Nissan Micra DIG-S. This latest model offers the performance of a bigger petrol engine but with the fuel economy of a diesel. The ultra low emission 1.2 litre three cylinder supercharged petrol engine emits only 95g/km for the Nissan Micra V...
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Wed, 20 Jul 2011
Best New Cars for £10,000Best New Cars for £10,000
And the best new car for £10,000 is.... sorry – cannot tell you. Not until the title contenders have been properly poked, prodded, and subjected to a range of degrading tests. First under the microscope is the Ford Fiesta 1.25 Studio. This entry-level mile-muncher costs £9,995, averages 51....
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Thu, 07 Jul 2011
New Nissan Micra DIG-SNew Nissan Micra DIG-S
The new Nissan Micra DIG-S will be the most efficient petrol-powered compact hatchback in the UK when it goes on sale this summer. The new petrol engine produces 95g/km of co2 emissions and a claimed combined cycle fuel economy 68.9mpg. Low running costs are guaranteed not just by the excellent f...
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Thu, 30 Jun 2011
New Nissan NV200 Panel VanNew Nissan NV200 Panel Van
Van lovers rejoice. The new Nissan NV200 Panel Van is ready for work. Enhancements over its popular predecessor include the new, more powerful, 1.5-litre 110hp diesel engine. This is matched with six-speed manual transmission for improved flexibility. The older 89hp unit is available too, b...
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Fri, 24 Jun 2011
Nissan Leaf attempts Reverse Speed RecordNissan Leaf attempts Reverse Speed Record
The Nissan Leaf will attempt to become the fastest car ever to be driven up Goodwood Hill backwards at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on 1-3 July. Professional stunt driver, Terry Grant, will be the man attempting to set the record in the Nissan Leaf. Unlike petrol-powered cars, in which reverse...
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Fri, 10 Jun 2011
New Nissan Qashqai to be built in UKNew Nissan Qashqai to be built in UK
Nissan have announced that the new Nissan Qashqai will be built, designed and engineered in the UK. The new Nissan Qashqai represents a £192 million investment in Britain and is being funded entirely by Nissan. It will build on the success of the current Qashqai which is the highest-volume car produ...
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Fri, 27 May 2011
Nissan LEAF Owners Can Power Up for FreeNissan LEAF Owners Can Power Up for Free
Nissan will give all Nissan LEAF owners who live within 40 miles of a Source London branded charging point twelve months free subscription when they buy the 100% electric vehicle before the end of the year. This is in addition to existing savings as LEAF owners do not pay any road tax or the London ...
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Thu, 26 May 2011
New Nissan LEAF awarded Five Star Safety RatingNew Nissan LEAF awarded Five Star Safety Rating
The Nissan LEAF is the first 100% electric vehicle to be awarded five stars from Euro NCAP. The Nissan LEAF earned an 89% rating for adult safety, an 83% rating for child protection and an 84% rating for its on-board safety assist systems, which include Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and a speed...
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Fri, 20 May 2011
New Nissan LCV OffersNew Nissan LCV Offers
Nissan LCV offers make it easy for hard working van lovers to purchase new machinery. As such, the NV200 E 1.5DCI could be carrying your loads from only £12,305 plus VAT. This includes three years free servicing and roadside assistance – just in case. The NV200's storage capacity is 4.2m3, ...
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Thu, 19 May 2011
New Nissan 4x4 OffersNew Nissan 4x4 Offers
Pathfinder Tekna 2.5 DCI 190, for example, can conquer monstrous conditions for only £349 per-month. This contract, which lasts for thirty-seven months, also requires an £11,857 deposit. Motorists who want to keep their mud-plungers beyond the term will need to settle the £12,712 optional p...
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Wed, 18 May 2011
Nissan X-TRAIL ReviewNissan X-TRAIL Review
The Nissan X-TRAIL is one of the most competitive compact SUVs available today. In terms of performance versus emissions, it could be considered the class leader. Extensive upgrades will help maintain its position in the SUV segment as one of the few truly versatile and agile four-wheel drive vehicl...
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Nissan Sport Car OffersNissan Sport Car Offers
Nissan sport car offers can be as thrilling as the hard-core racers they relate too. After all, these finance packages enable speed lovers to own some of the manufacturer's most remarkable machinery. The Nissan 370Z 3.7 V6 GT, for example, could set your pul...
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Tue, 17 May 2011
Nissan Juke ReviewNissan Juke Review
The Nissan Juke has been designed and developed to give customers an alternative to the traditional small hatchback in Europe. Offering both innovative design and great value in a British-built package, the Nissan Juke is available with a choice of three engines. The range kicks off with a frugal 11...
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Nissan QashqaiNissan Qashqai
The Nissan Qashqai has secured a spot in the UK’s top ten best sellers list due to its massive sales success. The Nissan Qashqai is the ideal quality family car. The Nissan Qashqai has a lot to offer, it is not quite a 4x4 but it is more than just a hatchback. The space is excellent in the Nissa...
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Nissan Crossover Car OffersNissan Crossover Car Offers
Nissan crossover car offers might make you grin like a Cheshire Cat. Teeth on standby then, as we consider the Qashqai N-Tec 1.6 2WD. This is a worthy workhorse that has fantastic handling, distinctive styling, plenty of toys, and rock-solid reliability. ...
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Mon, 16 May 2011
Nissan City Car OffersNissan City Car Offers
Micra Acenta 1.2 Manual – which has a cash price of £10,850 - could be yours for only £139 per-month. This personal contract purchase plan runs for thirty-seven months, and its 'representative APR' is a temptingly modest 6.9%. However, this rate can vary between customers. Wannabe owners...
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Fri, 13 May 2011
Nissan Micra ReviewNissan Micra Review
Nissan designed the Nissan Micra to be one of the safest small cars around, with ESP stability control fitted as standard alongside ABS brakes and six airbags. Seatbelt pretensioners also make the equipment list on all models, while Nissan’s V-platform architecture offers top level impact protection...
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Thu, 28 Apr 2011
Nissan Qashqai ReviewNissan Qashqai Review
Twelve months ago the Nissan Qashqai underwent a mid life makeover with small styling and interior upgrades followed by a revised range of engines with lower co2emissions and improved fuel economy. The Nissan Qashqai has a lot to offer, it is not quite a 4x4 but it is more than just a hatchback. ...
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Tue, 26 Apr 2011
New Nissan LEAF named 2011 World Car of the YearNew Nissan LEAF named 2011 World Car of the Year
The Nissan LEAF has been named 2011 World Car of the Year at the New York International Motor Show. Nissan Chairman and CEO Carlos Ghosn said “it is a great joy that the world’s first, mass-marketed electric vehicle, the Nissan LEAF, has won the prestigious award of 2011 World Car of the Year. This...
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Wed, 16 Mar 2011
New Nissan Note Visia priced from £11,200New Nissan Note Visia priced from £11,200
The new Nissan Note 1.4 Visia is currently available from £11,200. The Nissan Note is quirky yet practical and well designed; it boasts a clever little interior with seats, front and rear, sliding in order to always provide optimum space for four passengers. The boot is versatile with a false bottom...
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Thu, 03 Mar 2011
New Nissan Leaf Thrills Environmental WarriorsNew Nissan Leaf Thrills Environmental Warriors
Environmental warriors rejoice, the new Nissan Leaf can now be officially 'reserved'. Interestingly, despite being named after something that falls from trees and blocks the drains, the new Leaf is a rather significant machine. After all, this small family car is powered purely by electrici...
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Mon, 28 Feb 2011
New Nissan Qashqai SUV is a UK top ten best sellerNew Nissan Qashqai SUV is a UK top ten best seller
The Nissan Qashqai has secured a spot in the UK’s top ten best sellers list due to its massive sales success. The Nissan Qashqai was updated in March 2010 and has a refreshed design and improved fuel economy and co2 emissions. The Nissan Qashqai has a lot to offer, it is not quite a 4x4 but it is...
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Mon, 21 Feb 2011
The new Nissan Micra DIG-SThe new Nissan Micra DIG-S
Nissan have introduced a new petrol engine which produces 95g/km of CO2 emissions making it one of the lowest in the world today. The engine knows as the DIG-S (Direct Injection Gasoline-Supercharger) is a direct injection unit with a supercharger. The Nissan Micra DIG-S will be given its European ...
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Wed, 02 Feb 2011
New Nissan Qashqai 1.6 Visia ReviewedNew Nissan Qashqai 1.6 Visia Reviewed
The new Nissan Qashqai 1.6 Visia may only be the entry-level model, but it offers motorists a tremendous list of benefits for a relatively small pile of cash. For only £15,995 the Qashqai serves-up rock-solid reliability, a reassuring five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, stylish good looks, a...
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Wed, 12 Jan 2011
New Nissan Pixo 1.0 Visia ReviewedNew Nissan Pixo 1.0 Visia Reviewed
The new Nissan Pixo 1.0 Visia has a list price of £7,150, which makes this compact city car the most affordable Nissan on the market. This bargain-bucket urban run-around is designed to be easy to drive, so it has light steering and slick manual transmission. This complements the respectabl...
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Fri, 07 Jan 2011
New Nissan Leaf PreviewNew Nissan Leaf Preview
Ladies and gentleman, the new Nissan Leaf will soon walk among us. This could be very significant, as this small family car is powered solely by electricity. This means it's goodbye to internal combustion, goodbye to traditional fuel stations, and hello to a vehicle that has emissions of li...
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Tue, 30 Nov 2010
Nissan Leaf is European Car of the Year 2011Nissan Leaf is European Car of the Year 2011
The Nissan Leaf has been awarded 2011 European Car of the Year. It is the first time in the 47 year history of the annual competition that the award has gone to an electric vehicle. President of the Jury, Car of the Year Hakan Matson said “the jury acknowledged that the Nissan Leaf is a breakthrough...
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Wed, 17 Nov 2010
Nissan Leaf is ‘Green Car of the Year 2010’Nissan Leaf is ‘Green Car of the Year 2010’
The Nissan Leaf has been named ‘Green Car of the Year 2010’ by the Green Car Website. The Nissan Leaf is not on the roads until March 2011 but it is available to order. The Nissan Leaf is the UK’s first affordable full electric car and is fully compliant with EU safety regulations. Unlike other elec...
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Mon, 01 Nov 2010
Super versatile Nissan 'Townpod'Super versatile Nissan 'Townpod'
The Nissan Townpod is a car for tomorrow's world. It may have a strange name but it is easily recognisable as a Nissan. It may not be overly attractive but it is a lot sleeker than the current Cube. Powered by a lithium ion battery the Nissan Townpod is capable of a top speed of 80mph and can re...
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Mon, 25 Oct 2010
Used Nissan Pixo Costs Less to Run Than Solar-Powered CalculatorUsed Nissan Pixo Costs Less to Run Than Solar-Powered Calculator
The used Nissan Pixo costs less to run than a solar-powered calculator. This is partly due to its tiny 1.0-litre 67bhp engine that averages 64mpg and returns up to 74.3mpg on the extra-urban cycle. This fuel frugality means the five-speed manually geared Pixo has very low emissions, so twelve mon...
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Wed, 20 Oct 2010
Updated Nissan GT-RUpdated Nissan GT-R
Nissan Motor (GB) Ltd has revealed the enhanced 2011 Nissan GT-R which is now available to order at Nissan High Performance Centres nationwide. There are six exterior colours available, including two new colours Metallic Black, replacing solid Kuro Black and Daytona Blue replacing Titanium Grey.   ...
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Fri, 08 Oct 2010
Nissan Crossovers in popular demandNissan Crossovers in popular demand
The Nissan Juke have proved to be a sales success for Nissan. The Nissan Qashqai sales have hit the 30,000 mark so far this year which is up 38% on 2009. The Nissan Juke sold 1600 in its first week on sale. The Nissan Qashqai is not quite a 4x4 but it is more than just a hatchback. The space is ...
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Wed, 29 Sep 2010
Prices released for the revised Nissan X-TRAILPrices released for the revised Nissan X-TRAIL
Nissan has released prices for the revised X-TRAIL SUV which is on sale now for customer deliveries in October. The entry level Nissan X-TRAIL Acenta is priced at £23,995 on the road and the range topping Nissan X-TRAIL Tekna model costs just £27,495. The Nissan X-TRAIL Acenta has body colour...
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Fri, 17 Sep 2010
Nissan Micra Visia from £7995Nissan Micra Visia from £7995
The Nissan Micra Visia 1.2 is currently available priced from only £7995. This particular model includes CD/Radio with MP3 Jack, electric front windows, remote central locking and ABS with EBD and Brake Assist. Nissan designed the Nissan Micra to be one of the safest small cars around, with ESP s...
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Wed, 15 Sep 2010
Three thousand orders for the Nissan JukeThree thousand orders for the Nissan Juke
The Nissan Juke goes on sale on September 24th and already three thousand orders have been taken. The Nissan Juke has been designed and developed to give customers an alternative to the traditional small hatchback in Europe. Offering both innovative design and great value in a British-built packa...
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Tue, 07 Sep 2010
New Nissan Pixo 1.0 N-Tec ReviewedNew Nissan Pixo 1.0 N-Tec Reviewed
The new Nissan Pixo 1.0 N-Tec's tiny dimensions makes driving in town easier than catching fish in a pond. The handling is also perfectly suited to urban work as the steering is lighter than a super model and the five-speed manual transmission is slick. This complements the decent ride that makes...
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Thu, 26 Aug 2010
Nissan Juke celebrated in SunderlandNissan Juke celebrated in Sunderland
Nissan's Sunderland Plant is celebrating the production launch of the all new Nissan Juke compact sports crossover. The Nissan Juke goes on sale across Europe next month and orders in the regions of 22,500 have already been received since the order books opened in June. The Nissan Juke has be...
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Thu, 19 Aug 2010
Upgrades for the Nissan NoteUpgrades for the Nissan Note
A range of MY 11 enhancements have been announced adding further value and appeal to the British built Nissan Note. Standard equipment on the Nissan Note Acenta and Nissan Note Teckna already includes Connect satellite navigation and audio system, 16 inch alloy wheels and privacy glass. Stand...
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Fri, 13 Aug 2010
Used Nissan Note Resembles All Day BreakfastUsed Nissan Note Resembles All Day Breakfast
At first glance, the used Nissan Note appears to be the automotive equivalent of stale wholemeal bread - dry and unappealing. However, once you slide inside it becomes obvious that the Note is actually a hearty all day breakfast. So, why does this quirky little run-around taste so good? The Note,...
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Wed, 11 Aug 2010
Upgrades for the Nissan QashqaiUpgrades for the Nissan Qashqai
The Nissan Qashqai has become more appealing than ever not only for the customer but the environment too. The Nissan Qashqai has the stop/start feature for the first time on the 1.6 litre variant. This system is fuel saving and reduces emissions which makes the Nissan Qashqai a much greener choic...
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Tue, 10 Aug 2010
New Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T Tekna 4WD ReviewNew Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T Tekna 4WD Review
The new Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T Tekna 4WD is one of the most memorable vehicles on the market, and one of the most confusing. This is because whereas motorists can generally look at a vehicle and identify its class, perhaps small family hatchback, the Juke's beach buggy appearance makes it difficult...
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Fri, 06 Aug 2010
New Nissan Qashqai 2.0 DCI n-tec ReviewedNew Nissan Qashqai 2.0 DCI n-tec Reviewed
The new Nissan Qashqai 2.0 DCI n-tech has more toys than a ninety-foot square kid's playpen. These include the colour reversing camera, a panoramic glass roof with one-touch shade, duel zone climate control with glove box cooling, cruise control, plus automatic headlights and windscreen wipers. Wh...
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Nissan Leaf wins first awardNissan Leaf wins first award
The Nissan Leaf has won its first award eight months ahead of sales. The Nissan Leaf was given the coveted 'Special Award' at the 2010 Auto Express New Car Awards. The Nissan Leaf is the world's first affordable mass produced zero emission vehicle with a range of 100 miles. It is a compact fi...
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Thu, 05 Aug 2010
New Nissan Qashqai 1.5 DCI Visia ReviewNew Nissan Qashqai 1.5 DCI Visia Review
The new Nissan Qashqai 1.5 DCI Visia may be the entry level diesel of the range, but it still offers consumers a generous bang for a modest buck. For £17,395 the Qashqai serves-up enviable reliability, a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, stylish good looks, plus enough space for five lovers of th...
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Wed, 04 Aug 2010
Used Nissan Micra Meets Meerkat SiblingUsed Nissan Micra Meets Meerkat Sibling
The used Nissan Micra's 'bug-eyed' headlights may make it look like a surprised meerkat, but under its furry exterior lies an excellent supermini. The current generation Micra was introduced in 2003 and raised the standard for cheap urban transport. In fact, the Micra is such good value that 2007 mo...
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Tue, 03 Aug 2010
Updated Nissan X-Trail SUVUpdated Nissan X-Trail SUV
From October, customers purchasing the Nissan X-Trail will benefit from a series of extensive updates. The most obvious changes to the Nissan X-Trail have been made to the frontal aspect with a complete redesigned grille, headlights and bumper assembly. The bumper is angled outwards which suggest...
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Mon, 02 Aug 2010
Order books open for the Nissan LeafOrder books open for the Nissan Leaf
Nissan have opened order books for the Nissan Leaf in Portugal and the Republic of Ireland. Portuguese, Irish and British customers will be the first in line to receive the Nissan Leaf in Europe when it launches early next year. Nissan Leaf deliveries will begin in Portugal in January, Ireland in...
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Fri, 23 Jul 2010
Used Nissan X-Trail is Music Festival Lovers DelightUsed Nissan X-Trail is Music Festival Lovers Delight
Music festival lovers take note - the used Nissan X-Trail is staking its claim as the best vehicle for those who love dancing to songs in muddy fields. This likeable vehicle's festival credentials are evident from the moment you pack the tent. The wipe-clean boot is very large, and features double-d...
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Thu, 22 Jul 2010
Nissan Qashqai creeps up the sales chartNissan Qashqai creeps up the sales chart
The Nissan Qashqai has crept up the sales chart and was the UK's fifth bestselling car in June with approximately 5636 models sold. The Nissan Qashqai is not quite a 4x4 but it is more than just a hatchback.  The space is excellent in the Nissan Qashqai with plenty of head and legroom. T...
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Tue, 13 Jul 2010
New Nissan Pixo Meets Mythical CreaturesNew Nissan Pixo Meets Mythical Creatures
The new Nissan Pixo may sound like a mythical creature that lives at the bottom of your garden, but it is actually a great value little run-around. The Pixie, I mean Pixo, is a pint-sized city car that is listed in Motoring.co.uk's database from only £6,995. Pretty cheap for a brand new vehicle. ...
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Wed, 07 Jul 2010
Used Nissan Qashqai Aids Counting PractiseUsed Nissan Qashqai Aids Counting Practise
The used Nissan Qashqai's purpose on earth must be to help me learn to count. This is because they appear to be breeding like newly-wed rabbits, and I have to keep a check on their numbers. When I first previewed the Qashqai in 2007, there were literally only twenty in existence. Now, in 2010, they ...
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Tue, 29 Jun 2010
Nissan Juke on sale in JapanNissan Juke on sale in Japan
The Nissan Juke has proved a success when it went on sale in Japan a couple of weeks ago. Sales have exceeded the firms target three times over. The Nissan Juke is not due in showrooms in the UK until the autumn, prices start at only £12,795 and orders can be placed now. The Nissan Juke...
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Fri, 28 May 2010
Nissan release prices for the Nissan JukeNissan release prices for the Nissan Juke
The Nissan Juke will be on sale in September and prices start at only £12,795. Order for the Nissan Juke can be placed in June. The Nissan Juke has been designed and developed to give customers an alternative to the traditional small hatchback in Europe. Offering both innovative design and gr...
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Nissan LEAF already sold outNissan LEAF already sold out
Nissan has been overrun with orders for the Nissan Leaf since it introduced a refundable deposit scheme in the US and Japan. There have been 13,000 reservations for the Nissan Leaf in the US and 6,000 reservations in Japan. The Nissan Leaf is the first affordable, mass-marketed electric car. ...
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Fri, 21 May 2010
Nissan Qashqai is 'Best Crossover'Nissan Qashqai is 'Best Crossover'
The Nissan Qashqai has won the award for 'Best Crossover' at the 2010 Fleet World Honours. Chairman of the 2010 Fleet World Honours Judges Steve Moody said "when almost every other manufacturer talks about having a 'Qashqai rival', it's apparent that Nissan's crossover has defined an entirely new...
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Tue, 11 May 2010
Used Nissan Pathfinder – the Good, the Bad, and the UglyUsed Nissan Pathfinder – the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Purchasing a used Nissan Pathfinder can be more controversial than maliciously taking a match to the polar icecaps. This is because many people claim the Pathfinder is simply a gas-guzzling vulgar monstrosity, whereas others argue it is actually an exceptionally capable 4x4. So, let's consider the P...
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Fri, 07 May 2010
Updated Nissan QashqaiUpdated Nissan Qashqai
The Nissan Qashqai is not quite a 4x4 but it is more than just a hatchback. The revised Nissan Qashqai went on sale in March and is available in either Visia, Acenta or n-tec trim. Prices range from £16,695 for the 2WD Visia with a 1.6 litre petrol engine and increase to £26,845 for the 2litre dCi d...
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Fri, 30 Apr 2010
Nissan 370Z RoadsterNissan 370Z Roadster
The Nissan 370Z Roadster is capable of 0-62mph in just 5.5 seconds and has a top speed of 155mph which is quite impressive figures. The Nissan 370Z Roadster is a sporty two seater with a reasonable amount of head and legroom. The roof on the Nissan 370Z Roadster is of the soft-top variety and can be...
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Mon, 26 Apr 2010
New Nissan Micra out this SummerNew Nissan Micra out this Summer
The brand new Nissan Micra will be launched this summer with just one engine new 1.2 litre three cylinder petrol in naturally aspirated or supercharged form. The engine will produce 79bhp and have co2 emissions of 115g/km. A direct injection and supercharged variant will follow with 97bhp and 105lb ...
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Tue, 20 Apr 2010
Nissan extend Trade-In SchemeNissan extend Trade-In Scheme
Nissan have extended their British Built Trade-In Scheme so if you trade in a car seven years or older Nissan will give £2000 towards a British built Nissan Qashqai or Qashqai +2. Plus you also receive three years fixed finance, two years free servicing and three years free RAC breakdown cover. T...
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Nissan Finance Offers From 89 Pounds Per Month Nissan Finance Offers From 89 Pounds Per Month
Pixo which is available on a personal contract purchase plan. This thirty-six month contract also requires a £2,906 deposit, and the end of term purchase payment for this reliable city car is £2,996. Motorists who prefer the more recognisable More >
Mon, 19 Apr 2010
Nissan’s NV200 named Van of the YearNissan’s NV200 named Van of the Year
Nissan’s award winning NV200 van has been named Van of the Year in the Professional Van & Light Truck Awards for 2010. The Nissan NV200 was also best in the class in the Small Van Category. The Nissan NV200 was awarded the top honour on the opening day of the CV Operator Show at the NEC in Bi...
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Fri, 16 Apr 2010
New Nissan 370Z is Most Thrilling Roadster for 30,000 Pound New Nissan 370Z is Most Thrilling Roadster for 30,000 Pound
The new Nissan 370Z is the most thrilling roadster available for £30,000 and is guaranteed to make sun loving petrol heads giddy with joy. This red-hot Japanese rocket has a 3.7-litre V6 engine producing 323bhp. This highly creditable output means 60mph approaches in only 5.3 seconds, which compares...
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Thu, 01 Apr 2010
Nissan Electric Leaf to arrive earlyNissan Electric Leaf to arrive early
The Nissan Electric Leaf will be available to British drivers much earlier than first thought. The Nissan Leaf will be imported from Japan in March next year. Originally sales were not going to start until 2013. The Nissan Sunderland plant will eventually build 50,000 cars a year starting in 2012, b...
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Thu, 18 Mar 2010
Nissan LEAF to be manufactured in SunderlandNissan LEAF to be manufactured in Sunderland
Nissan have announced that the Nissan Leaf will be manufactured in Sunderland. The Nissan Leaf is the first in a range of forthcoming Nissan electric vehicles (EVs) it is the world’s first affordable, mass produced zero emission car and embodies Nissan’s vision for an environmentally sustainable fut...
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Nissan Cube now on saleNissan Cube now on sale
The Nissan Cube is now on sale with prices starting at £14,000 for the 1.6 manual going up to £16,300 for the Nissan Cube 1.6 CVT. The Nissan Cube 1.5 Diesel will be available from May, the price for the diesel version starts at £15,800 and is referred to by Nissan as “cute, quirky and perfectly for...
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Wed, 17 Mar 2010
New Diesel Nissan MuranoNew Diesel Nissan Murano
Nissan have introduced a new diesel Nissan Murano which will be available from September. The enhanced version of Nissan’s 2.5 dCi four cylinder engine has been fitted to the Nissan Murano, giving a combination of effortless torque, refinement and reduced consumption and emissions, in line with t...
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Wed, 03 Mar 2010
The All new Nissan Micra at Geneva Motor ShowThe All new Nissan Micra at Geneva Motor Show
Nissan have revealed the fourth generation Nissan Micra at the Geneva Motor Show. This new simpler supermini focuses on economy, emissions and value for money. The new Nissan Micra is aimed at buyers wanting simpler and plain motoring appealing to the motorists interested in inexpensive small car...
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Tue, 09 Feb 2010
Nissan Juke to be unveiled Nissan Juke to be unveiled
The Nissan Juke will be unveiled on Wednesday 10th February ahead of its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. The Nissan Juke will fit into the Nissan range between the Nissan Note compact family car and the Nissan Qashqai crossover. It is the fourth crossover in Nissans European ra...
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Thu, 07 Jan 2010
Nissan JukeNissan Juke
The Nissan Juke has been designed and developed to give customers an alternative to the traditional small hatchback in Europe. Sales are due to begin in October following a public premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The Nissan Juke will be manufactured at the Sunderland factory in the UK. ...
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Tue, 15 Dec 2009
Nissan Cube on sale in JanuaryNissan Cube on sale in January
The Nissan Cube finally goes on sale here in January. The Nissan Cube has been around for well over a decade in Japan, a lot of people wanted the Nissan Cube imported to the UK now if has finally arrived. The Nissan Cube has an unusually large wheelbase as a proportion of its overall length which ...
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Thu, 10 Dec 2009
Nissan QashqaiNissan Qashqai
The Nissan Qashqai is not quite a 4x4 but it is more than just a hatchback. The space is excellent in the Nissan Qashqai with plenty of head and legroom. The rear seat bench is wide enough to carry three. The boot is big and can be expanded to 660 litres when the rear seats are split. There are...
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Thu, 12 Nov 2009
The nippy Nissan Pixo superminiThe nippy Nissan Pixo supermini
The Nissan Pixo comes with a one litre petrol engine producing 65bhp. A car for around town as it takes 13.5 seconds to reach 62mph. Nissan is offering the Pixo in three trim levels and a single five-door bodystyle. The range kicks off with the Visia model that gives the car its eye-catching entry-l...
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Tue, 10 Nov 2009
Nissan LEAFNissan LEAF
The Nissan LEAF will not be introduced until 2011; orders can be placed late next year. It will be worth the wait as it will be an affordable zero emission car. The Nissan LEAF is a medium sized hatchback that can comfortably seat five adults and has a range of 100 miles. Nissan LEAF's frontal st...
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Thu, 29 Oct 2009
Nissan sales are on the upNissan sales are on the up
Nissan have seen an increase in sales due to the Government Scrappage scheme. There has been a forty percent increase with the Nissan Micra production since the scheme was introduced. It has been reported that approximately 11,000 Nissan Micra’s have been produced making September a bumper month ...
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Fri, 23 Oct 2009
Nissan Finance Deals on QashqaiNissan Finance Deals on Qashqai
Over one in four cars made in the UK is a Nissan Qashqai. Cash price for the Nissan Qashqai is only £12,495 and monthly payments of only £149 with APR at 6.9% With its great entry price and top spec features, even on the base model, the Nissan Qashqai has chic interior trim and plenty of charm. L...
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Tue, 06 Oct 2009
Quirky Nissan Qazana ConceptQuirky Nissan Qazana Concept
Preparations to build the quirky Nissan Qazana will get under way at the firms Sunderland plant next year. This will secure the future of 1100 jobs. Nissan are looking to repeat the success of the Qashqai crossover sport utility which has been a huge hit across Europe. The Nissan Qazana is part bea...
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Mon, 05 Oct 2009
Nissan develop tiny robots called EporoNissan develop tiny robots called Eporo
Robots that mimic the behaviour of fish have been developed by Japanese car manufacturers Nissan; they believe the technique can be used in crash avoidance systems. The tiny robots, called Eporo, can move in a fleet without bumping into their travelling companions. The new three-wheeled robot Epo...
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Wed, 29 Jul 2009
Nissan 370Z Coupe Silverstone Driving DayNissan 370Z Coupe Silverstone Driving Day
Nissan is offering anyone who takes a test drive in its latest Z car, by 31st August 2009, entrance into a prize draw to win a day at the Nissan Race Academy. Taking into consideration the new Nissan is quicker than the Porsche Cayman capable of 0-62 mph in 5.3 seconds this is an opportunity not to ...
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Mon, 20 Jul 2009
Nissan create hundreds of jobsNissan create hundreds of jobs
Nissan have announced that its Wearside factory will start producing batteries for electric cars which will create 200 new jobs. The plant in Sunderland has beaten off competition from other Nissan factories in Europe for the investment. The £380m project will be supported by the European Invest...
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Mon, 22 Jun 2009
Nissan NoteNissan Note
The Nissan Note is quirky yet practical and well designed, upgraded for 2009 it still boasts a clever little interior with seats, front and rear, sliding in order to always provide optimum space for four passengers. There is good headroom because of the Note’s high roofline. The boot is versatile wi...
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Tue, 21 Apr 2009
Nissan 370Z CoupeNissan 370Z Coupe
The original Nissan 350Z is the best selling sports car in the world with 1.7 million sold. Nissan have now launched the new Z, the 370Z Coupe. The new engine under the bonnet is a 3.7 litre V6. The car can achieve a top speed of 155 mph and is capable of 0 -62 mph in 5.3 seconds which is quicker th...
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Mon, 09 Mar 2009
Nissan Qazana ConceptNissan Qazana Concept
The Nissan Qazana has been featured at the Geneva Motor show. Preparations to build the quirky model will get under way at the firms Sunderland plant next year. This will secure the future of 1100 jobs. Nissan are looking to repeat the success of the Qashqai crossover sport utility which has been...
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Fri, 19 Dec 2008
New Nissan Qashqai+2 Ranges IntroducedNew Nissan Qashqai+2 Ranges Introduced
Nissan have introduced two new engine ranges for the 7 seat Qashqai+2. One is a 1.5-litre diesel unit costing £16,995, which will give 49.6mpg producing just 149g/km of CO2, meaning road tax of just £120. The other is a 1.6-litre petrol engine costing £15,495, giving 40.4 mpg combined and 165 g/km ...
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Fri, 07 Nov 2008
Nissan's sixth-generation Z-car lineNissan's sixth-generation Z-car line
The Nissan 370Z was announced on October 29th and is set to be unveiled at the Los Angeles Motor Show. The 370Z is to be powered by a VQ37VHR 3.7 L V6 that is currently being used in the Infiniti G37. The 370Z is set to be featured in the Need For Speed video game which will mean that people will be...
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Fri, 29 Aug 2008
The Green accelerator pedalThe Green accelerator pedal
New technology from Nissan could mean we are able to drive cars that teach us how to drive more economically. The Japanese company has just announced its new ECO pedal, an accelerator pedal that assists the driver in driving more economically. Sensors in the car would calculate the optimum acceler...
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Mon, 18 Aug 2008
Prices announced for NISSAN QASHQAI+2Prices announced for NISSAN QASHQAI+2
Following on from its debut at the British International Motor Show, Nissan has announced prices for the new Qashqai+2.
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Mon, 03 Dec 2007
Four Stars For The Nissan X-TRAIL In Euro NCAP TestFour Stars For The Nissan X-TRAIL In Euro NCAP Test
Nissan Motor Co.’s brand new X-TRAIL SUV was awarded four stars out of a maximum five for adult, as well as child, occupant protection by the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP). Following the safety lead set by the Nissan QASHQAI - which received the highest score for adult occupant p...
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Wed, 28 Nov 2007
Double Honours For Nissan From 4x4 And MPV DriverDouble Honours For Nissan From 4x4 And MPV Driver
QASHQAI picks up the ‘Ken Livingstone’ award for urban 4x4 of the year Navara voted best Used Double Cab of the Year Nissan has picked up two awards from 4x4 and MPV Driver magazine in their 2008 awards, taking the total number of awards won this year to thirteen – lucky for some! QASHQAI, still in ...
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Mon, 29 Oct 2007
Nissan announces GT-R launch detailsNissan announces GT-R launch details
Japanese automobile manufacturer Nissan has revealed the details of its new GT-R. The firm has called the vehicle its "ultimate supercar enjoyable to anyone, anywhere, at anytime" and will make its available through the company’s high performance centres in Japan in early December. Featuring a 480 p...
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Thu, 18 Oct 2007
Qashqai travels length of UK on tank of fuelQashqai travels length of UK on tank of fuel
How far can a Nissan Qashqai go on one tank of fuel? The length of the UK, and then some, apparently. Seven test drivers from Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) went on a lengthy road trip in a 1.5dCi Qashqai from Lands End to John O'Groats, without once needing to stop to refuel. The trip, which...
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Wed, 17 Oct 2007
4 new concepts from Nissan4 new concepts from Nissan
They’re expecting quads at Nissan! The Japanese brand is preparing to deliver four stunning concepts at this month’s Tokyo Motor Show. Bosses are pulling out all the stops at the firm’s home expo with a futuristic saloon, open-topped supermini and trendy van among its star attractions. The Intima pr...
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Dealers Qash in on hit NissanDealers Qash in on hit Nissan
Used buyers will still have to stump up the cash if they want a second-hand Nissan Qashqai, according to the price experts at the VIP Trader Guide. The car has scored a bullseye for the brand. To meet demand, 180 new jobs were created at the Sunderland plant where the SUV-styled hatch is built. Now...
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Mon, 17 Sep 2007
Nissan Micra UpdateNissan Micra Update
Nissan has given the Micra a mild freshen-up for 2008. There are some detail styling changes, and most models will now come with a Bluetooth hands-free phone system and an audible speed warning as standard. The interior has become more conservative than before, featuring black trim, though beige can...
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Wed, 29 Aug 2007
Nissan Qashqai is Women's Car of 2007Nissan Qashqai is Women's Car of 2007
Nissan’s popular compact crossover, QASHQAI, has been voted best Family Hold-all in the inaugural women’s Car of the Year awards conducted by evecars.com. QASHQAI beat off stiff competition from more traditional models from Volkswagen and Honda to pick up the award, its second high-profile accolade ...
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Wed, 22 Aug 2007
Nissan Note becomes saferNissan Note becomes safer
Japanese giant Nissan has added a new trim to its Note range, and also revealed some exciting new safety kit that will be offered on future cars. The latest supermini-MPV is called the Acenta R, and it comes in red or black metallic finishes, with standard 16-inch alloys and rear privacy glass. Ther...
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Fri, 10 Aug 2007
Nissan extends Note model line-upNissan extends Note model line-up
NISSAN will extend its Note model range on September 1 with the arrival of the Acenta R [Red] with on-the-road prices starting at £11,840 for the 1.4 litre version. The vehicle is priced with an additional premium of £500 over the standard Acenta and comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, rear...
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Wed, 08 Aug 2007
New Nissan Note Acenta RNew Nissan Note Acenta R
Mix up a car name with the letter R and the outcome is usually pretty special. It normally denotes sporting prowess, but in the case of Nissan's new Acenta R Note it simply stands for 'Red'. More specifically, Emotion Red, or, confusingly if red is not for you - pearl black metallic. Odd. Whatever ...
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New safety technology for Nissan GTRNew safety technology for Nissan GTR
Alongside a new sportscar, Nissan will preview new safety technologies at the Tokyo Show this year. The new Nissan GTR will steal all the headlines come motorshow time in Tokyo in October, but the Japanese will also unveil some new safety technology and we've been given the details a little early. F...
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Fri, 13 Jul 2007
Nissan X-Trail PricesNissan X-Trail Prices
The updated Nissan X-Trail goes on sale on 1st September at prices starting from £18,795. The X-Trail comes with a choice of 2 different petrol engines (2 or 2.5-litre) or 2 turbo diesels (both 2-litre), and a choice of trim levels called Trek, Sport and Aventura. Six-speed manual transmissi...
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