NISSAN TAKES COMMAND OF THE SMALL CAR MARKET
Nissan Live reporting: The latest news direct from the Nissan Live Event in Bratislava, Slovakia, where Nissan is showcasing its power in the B segment with the new Note, new Micra and latest Juke.
BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (24th June, 2013): Today marks the start of the latest Nissan Live event, showcasing the new Note, new Micra and the Juke complete with an enhanced diesel engine.
All three models combine sector-first technologies, bold design and technical innovation to create a diverse range that has the B-segment covered.
Leading the new line-up is the all-new Note. Redesigned from the ground up, the Note has been engineered to meet the unique demands of the European market, and sets new standards for sector-first technology, practicality, design and value for money. Built at Nissan's Sunderland plant in the UK, the new Note introduces a range of innovative premium features to the sector.
These include the Nissan Safety Shield - linking three safety systems to create a comprehensive driver assistance package - and the acclaimed Around View Monitor that provides drivers with a remarkable 360-degree bird's eye view of the car's surroundings.
Joining the all-new Note in Nissan's innovative small car line-up is the new Micra, which benefits from a substantial design and technology update.
The backbone of Nissan's small car range for over 30 years, the latest version of the Micra features a bold new design at the front and rear, and benefits from a completely revamped cabin. Customers will also be able to personalise their Micra as never before thanks to a range of design and styling options.
In true Nissan fashion, the Micra also introduces exciting and useful in-car technology in the form of the latest-generation NissanConnect navigation and communication system complete with GoogleTM functionality.
Completing Nissan's fully updated small car range is a new Juke diesel. Featuring Stop/Start idle system as standard, the new engine has been developed by Alliance partner Renault, and delivers more torque (+20Nm), lower emissions and significantly improved refinement. Fuel economy has also been improved by 12 per cent, making it one of the best all-round packages in the sector.
For the full story on Nissan's new small car range, plus images and videos, please visit www.nissan-live.com/note .
About Nissan in Europe
Nissan has one of the most comprehensive European presences of any overseas manufacturer, employing more than 14,500 staff across locally-based design, research & development, manufacturing, logistics and sales & marketing operations. Last year Nissan plants in the UK, Spain and Russia produced more than 695,000 vehicles including mini-MPVs, award-winning crossovers, SUVs and commercial vehicles. Nissan now offers 24 diverse and innovative products for sale in Europe today, and is positioned to become the number one Asian brand in Europe.
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