NISSAN NOTE: CONNECTED DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY TAKEN TO THE NEXT LEVEL
- New B-segment contender delivers dynamic design and affordable technology
- Design and engineering features developed specifically for European buyers
- Innovative, premium quality cabin
- Produced in Europe at Nissan's record-breaking factory in Sunderland, UK
- Clean, efficient engine range with CO2 outputs from only 92g/km
- Unique Nissan Safety Shield system offers real-world driving benefits
- Sector-first technologies including Nissan Around View Monitor
Advanced, affordable technology, dynamic design and premium-class attention to detail are key qualities that define the new Nissan Note. Marking the start of an exciting new Nissan product drive, the new Note has been designed and engineered to create a bold new B-segment competitor.
First shown at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2013 and launched across Europe from autumn 2013, the new Note not only builds on the strengths of its predecessor, it also utilises ideas and engineering innovations showcased on Nissan's ground-breaking Juke and Qashqai models. With a focus on innovation and accessible technology, the new Note delivers a fully rounded ownership experience that perfectly meets the demands and expectations of customers bored with the conventions, gimmicks and limitations of many top selling small cars.
New Note in brief
The new Note marks a key milestone in the development of Nissan's small car range. Now offering everything B-segment buyers want and more, Note brings fresh ideas and a raft of useful, usable technologies to an even broader audience.
Like the Juke and Qashqai, the Note is the result of a design and engineering programme that has seen every key element developed and perfected for European buyers. Engineering work carried out at the Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) in both the UK and Spain has resulted a car that exceeds sector standards, and brings bold new ideas to the sector. Completing the Note's European credentials is a new production line at Nissan's UK plant in Sunderland. The result of a €147.5 million investment in new production facilities, the Note is built alongside the Juke and Qashqai.
Nissan has become synonymous with the development of usable and purposeful day-to-day technology - believing that premium features shouldn't be reserved for prestige models at inflated prices. The new Note takes this bold philosophy to a new level with a broad range of innovations that make life safer and more comfortable for drivers.
Nissan Safety Shield makes its European debut in the Note. Simple in concept yet highly advanced in design and engineering, it consists of a package of technologies applied intelligently to offer tangible real-world benefits. Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning and an advanced Moving Object Detection system combine to deliver a new level of assistance to the driver.
The system not only provides enhanced awareness, it also showcases Nissan's design and engineering skills. All three systems take data from a single wide view camera mounted on the back of the car. With all three Safety Shield technologies relying on the tailgate mounted camera, maintaining a clear view from this device is paramount. Nissan engineers have developed the ultimate solution - a built in camera wash and blow dry system which uses a jet of compressed air to dry the lens, demonstrating the depth of innovation applied to the new Note.
Safety Shield offers Note drivers numerous benefits. Not only does it provide a more secure feel when driving on the road, it allows greater confidence when manoeuvring - safe in the knowledge that the system will support detecting hidden hazards. This significantly reduces the risk of accidental bumps and scrapes that would normally require a visit to the body shop, helping to keep total cost of ownership down.
Another sector first technology appearing on the new Note is Around View Monitor. Nissan's acclaimed multi-camera helicopter view parking aid provides a clear display of the area around the car. This advanced yet simple to use system makes parking manoeuvres easier - further minimising the risk of accidental damage.
The new Note also features the latest evolution of Nissan's advanced Connect navigation system that integrates satellite navigation with Bluetooth, USB and iPod/iPhone connectivity in one simple touchscreen interface. The new system also incorporates GoogleTM ‘Send to Car' technology that allows drivers to plot their route before they even get into their car.
And it's not just cutting-edge technology where the new Note stands out from conventional B-segment rivals. Practicality has been designed into every key element of the Note - both inside and out. The rear of the car offers best-in-class levels of legroom, while details such as rear doors that open to almost 90 degrees have been engineered to make life easier for owners with families. The boot also provides best-in-class practicality with a clever Karakuri luggage with IMS kit coming as standard under the trunk floor, a Karakuri board that splits the remaining load area into two additional levels, and a sliding rear bench mechanism which provides an additional 86 litres of luggage space in the trunk.
The new Note is powered by a range of highly efficient engines that combine low running costs with strong performance. Three units will be offered: a 1.2-litre petrol with 80PS, a supercharged 1.2-litre DIG-S with 98PS, and a 90PS 1.5-litre dCi turbodiesel. All variants are equipped with an idle stop/start system as standard and record CO2 emissions as low as 92g/km for diesel and 99g/km for petrol. Combined fuel economy figures range from 4.7 l/100km for the 80PS 1.2-litre petrol engine to 3.6 l/100km for the 1.5-litre dCi.
Completing the Note's dynamic package is a chassis that has been created for the unique demands of European roads. Developed by NTCE from very start of the Note project, European models feature bespoke settings for the steering, dampers, springs and anti-roll bar. The result is a car that displays agile and secure handling and a smooth ride.
Geraldine Ingham, Chief Marketing Manager for Nissan in Europe: "New Note fulfils a really important role in our line-up, combining really smart design with technology that has never been offered in the B-segment before. We've used design and engineering innovation to make premium technologies accessible and affordable."