Monday, February 11, 2008

Nissan Intima Concept

The Nissan Intima concept car hints at Nissan's new generation saloon that embodies the Modern Living Concept for car interiors. The Nissan Intima features Nissan's Safety Shield* concept, including Around View Monitor and Distance Control Assist System (DCAS).

Nissan Press Release:

Intima New-Generation Saloon Embodies Nissan's Modern Living Concept, Providing Comfort, Relaxation, Fine Quality and Visual Enjoyment Nissan's "Modern Living Concept" for car interiors combines attractive design, hospitality, relaxation and high quality with high levels of functionality and advanced technology. To date, the Modern Living Concept has been successfully featured in Nissan production cars such as the Teana, Tiida and Sylphy. Now, the Nissan Intima saloon takes the Modern Living Concept into a new dimension with an interior that invites passengers into a stimulating world of artistic forms, materials and illumination. Nissan Intima is equipped with a number of safety systems based on Nissan's Safety Shield* concept, including Around View Monitor and Distance Control Assist System (DCAS).
It also features a quiet, efficient, environmentally friendly V6 clean diesel engine. Thoughtful Hospitality and Visual Sophistication Nissan Intima is targeted towards consumers with a sophisticated, discerning eye for beauty - who enjoy spending time in refined elegance and comfort, whether traveling alone or with a partner. "We designed Nissan Intima as a car that expresses the interior attractiveness.














Nissan Altima Coupe

The Altima is a midsize sedan and coupe and Nissan's best-selling car. The Nissan Altima was first introduced in 1992, replacing the Stanza for the 1993 model year. A totally redesigned, second-generation Altima was introduced for the 1998 model year. The larger third-generation Nissan Altima went on sale for the 2002 model year, and for 2005 the Altima received additional interior and exterior upgrades. For 2007 an all-new fourth-generation Altima arrived with distinctive styling and is built on the new Nissan “D” platform with improved body rigidity and a redesigned suspension. For 2008, a coupe version of the Altima is added to the lineup.

Altima Coupe Standard Features:

QR25DE - 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder
Horsepower - 175 hp¹ @ 5,600 rpm
Torque - 180 lb-ft¹ @ 3,900 rpm
Emissions - Tier 2, Bin 5 (LEV2-SULEV in CA)
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Variable intake system
Nissan Direct Ignition System with iridium-tipped spark plugs
Electronic drive-by-wire throttle
Engine balancer system
Front engine/front-wheel drive
6-speed close-ratio manual transmission with dual-mass flywheel or Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission) with manual mode
11.7" Vented front disc/11.5" rear disc brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
Front: Independent strut suspension
Rear: Multi-link independent
Front and rear stabilizer bars
Vehicle speed-sensitive variable-assist power-rack-and-pinion steering
16" x 7.0" Steel wheels with bolt-on wheel covers
P215/60R16 all-season tires
Aluminum hood
Dual body-color power outside mirrors
Dual exhaust outlets with chrome-tip finishers
Body-color splash guards
UV-reducing solar glass
Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition
Air conditioning
In-cabin microfilter
Power windows with one-touch driver-side auto-up/down with auto-reverse
Power door locks
Remote keyless entry with trunk release
Cruise control with steering wheel-mounted controls
Fine Vision meters
Multi-functional trip computer
Tilt and telescoping steering column
Vehicle speed-sensitive variable intermittent flat blade windshield wipers
12-volt DC power outlets (2)
Retained accessory power
Overhead sunglasses holder
Dual-level center console
Front seat lower cushion storage pockets
Front seatback pockets
Map lights
Carpeted trunk lid

Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant-classification sensors
Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection
3-point ALR/ELR passenger seat belt system (ELR for driver)
Front-seat Active Head Restraints
Front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
Hood buckling creases, pipe-style steel side-door guard beams, and energy-absorbing steering column
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Vehicle Security System
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
6-way manual adjustable driver's seat
Metallic trim (Charcoal Cloth interior only)
In-board passenger fold/release lever with memory/return feature
60/40 split fold-flat rear seats with lock

Nissan Altima

The Altima is a midsize sedan and coupe and Nissan's best-selling car. The Nissan Altima was first introduced in 1992, replacing the Stanza for the 1993 model year. A totally redesigned, second-generation Altima was introduced for the 1998 model year. The larger third-generation Nissan Altima went on sale for the 2002 model year, and for 2005 the Altima received additional interior and exterior upgrades. For 2007 an all-new fourth-generation Altima arrived with distinctive styling and is built on the new Nissan “D” platform with improved body rigidity and a redesigned suspension. For 2008, a coupe version of the Altima is added to the lineup.

Altima Standard Features:

Hybrid System Net Power – 198 hp (148 kW)
Gasoline engine QR25DE – 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder
Horsepower – 158 hp @ 5,200–6,000 rpm
Torque – 162 lb-ft @ 2,800–4,800 rpm
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Variable induction system
Nissan Direct Ignition System
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Electronic drive-by-wire throttle
Engine Balancer System
Electric motor Permanent magnet AC synchronous electric motor - 199 lb-ft @ 0–1,500 rpm (105 kW @ 4,500 rpm) Voltage – 650 V maximum
Battery Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Battery – 40 hp (30 kW) Voltage 244.8 V
Emissions – Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV)
Front engine/front-wheel drive
Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT)
16" x 7.0" Six-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels
P215/60R16 All-season tires
Front: Independent subframe-mounted strut-type
Rear: Multi-link independent
Stabilizer bars – front (23.0mm) and rear 17.3mm)
Vehicle speed-sensitive electric steering
11.7" Front vented disc/11.5" rear disc brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
Dual exhaust outlets with chrome tip finishers
Dual body-color power outside mirrors
UV-reducing solar glass
Splash guards
Intelligent Key with push-button ignition
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) with in-cabin microfilter
Power windows with one-touch driver-side auto-up/down with auto-reverse
Power door locks
Remote keyless entry with trunk release
Cruise control with illuminated steering wheel-mounted controls
Fine Vision electroluminscent gauges
Multi-functional trip computer
Tilt and telescoping steering column
Vehicle speed-sensitive variable intermittent windshield wipers
Dual visor vanity mirrors
Digital clock (in radio)
9 Beverage holders
Map lights and rear reading lights
Lockable glove box with light
Overhead sunglasses holder
Driver and passenger seatback pocket
Height-adjustable 3-point front seat belts
12-volt DC power outlets (2)
Retained accessory power and battery saver
Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat-belt sensor and occupant-classification sensor
Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection
Traction Control System (TCS)
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
3-point ALR/ELR seat belt system
Front-seat Active Head Restraints
Front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
Hood buckling creases and safety stops
Pipe-style steel side-door guard beams
Energy-absorbing steering column
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
Vehicle Security system

Nissan 350z

The 350Z is Nissan’s modern recreation of the legendary Z-car, with styling cues from the original 240Z of the 1970s. The 300ZX was last sold in 1996 and the 350Z coupe debuted for the 2003 model year with the Roadster joining the lineup for 2004. For 2006 the 350Z received its first update with a restyled exterior and a refined interior. For 2007, the NISMO 350Z was added to the lineup.

350Z Standard Features:
VQ35HR—3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 engine
306 hp @ 6,800 rpm
268 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm
Emissions — LEV2
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS). Hydraulic on intake cam. Electromagnetic on exhaust cam.
Twin-intake system
Nissan Direct Ignition System
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Electronic drive-by-wire throttle
Longitudinally mid-mounted front engine/rear-wheel drive
Carbon-fiber composite driveshaft
6-speed close-ratio manual transmission or 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode and Downshift Rev Matching
Viscous limited-slip differential(VLSD)
18" x 8.0" (front) 18" x 8.5" (rear) 5-spoke cast aluminum-alloy wheels
225/45WR18 (front) and 245/45WR18 (rear) Bridgestone Potenza RE050A high-performance tires
Front: Independent 3-link aluminum-alloy suspension
Rear: Independent 4-link aluminum-alloy suspension with aluminum-alloy subframe
Front and rear stabilizer bars
Front strut bar
Ripple-control shock absorbers
Vehicle-speed-sensitive power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
Power-assisted brakes-12.6" x 1.10" vented front discs and 12.1" x 0.63" vented rear discs
4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist

Comprehensive underbody airflow management
Front: Zero-lift
High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlights
LED parking lights
LED taillights
Dual power heated outside mirrors
Dual exhaust tip finishers
Aluminum hood
One-touch trunk release
UV-reducing solar glass
Power convertible soft-top with glass window
Rear glass wind deflector
Electronically moving tonneau cover

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
3-bay gauge cluster (trip computer, oil pressure and voltmeter)
Trip computer with multiple functions
Shift up indicator (M/T only)
Power windows with one-touch auto-up/down feature
Auto-reverse feature
Partial-down window mechanism
Power door locks
Remote keyless entry with rolling code protection
Remote front windows down
Remote trunk release
Key-operated front windows up/down
Illuminated steering wheel-mounted cruise control
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Retained accessory power and battery saver
Map lights
Tilt steering column with integrated gauges
Passenger seatback fall-down lever for driver
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
Rear window wiper
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
Sun visor extenders
Digital clock (in radio)
Two 12-volt power outlets
Five cup holders
Dash-mounted storage (N/A with Nissan Navigation System)
Padded center console storage
Lockable rear luggage box
Rear parcel box (2; 1 with Nissan Navigation System)
Passenger storage net

Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant-classification sensor
Driver and passenger seat mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
Traction Control System (TCS)
Seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
3-point ALR/ELR passenger seat belt system
Active Head Restraints
Child-seat anchors
Energy-absorbing steering column
Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
Pipe-style steel side-door guard beams
Hood buckling creases
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
Vehicle Security System

Nissan Maxima

The Maxima is Nissan’s flagship sedan that receives a redesigned exterior, refined interior and a standard CVT transmission for 2007. The sixth-generation midsize sport sedan last received a significant redesign for the 2004 model year with new styling and an increase in performance. The Maxima originally joined the Nissan lineup for the 1981 model year as a rear-wheel-drive sedan and received a V6 engine for the first time in 1984 before the second-generation Maxima switched to a front-wheel-drive configuration. Nissan has referred to the Maxima over the years as a "4-door sports car."

Maxima Standard Features:

VQ35DE - 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 engine
255 hp @ 6,000 rpm
252 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm
Emissions - ULEV/LEV2
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Variable Intake System
Nissan Direct Ignition System
Platinum-tipped spark plugs
Electronic drive-by-wire throttle
Front engine/front-wheel drive
Xtronic CVT™ (Continously Variable Transmission) with manual mode
18" x 7.5" 7-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels
P245/45VR18 V-rated all-season tires
Front: Independent subframe-mounted strut-type suspension
Rear: Independent multi-link suspension
Front and rear stabilizer bars
Engine-speed-sensitive power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
12.60" Vented front disc/11.50" rear disc brakes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist

Automatic on/off headlights
Fog lights
Cornering lights
Rear spoiler
Dual high-capacity exhausts with four chrome tip finishers
Dual power outside mirrors
SkyView™ glass-paneled roof
Aluminum hood and trunk
UV-reducing solar glass

Intelligent Key keyless entry and ignition system
Information Center
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) with in-cabin microfilter and rear vents
Fine Vision electroluminescent gauges
Power windows with front windows one-touch auto-up/down
Remote keyless entry with trunk release
Remote front windows down
Key-operated front windows up/down
Power door locks
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Tilt and telescoping steering column
Cruise control
Illuminated steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls
Variable intermittent speed-sensitive windshield wipers
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Overhead sunglasses storage
Front map lights
Rear reading lights
Sliding front armrest and rear center armrest
Height-adjustable front seat belts
Center console with removable tray in armrest and dual cup holders
Dual two-way sun visors with extenders and dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
Two 12-volt DC power outlets
Retained accessory power
Battery saver
Side cargo nets

Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags and seat belt sensors
Driver and front-passenger side-impact supplemental air bags
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection
Traction Control System (TCS)
3-point ALR/ELR passenger seat belt system (ELR for driver)
Front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
Front-seat Active Head Restraints
LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
Energy-absorbing steering column
High-strength steel side-door guard beams
Hood buckling creases and safety stops
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
Vehicle Security System

Nissan Versa 2008

The Versa is a 5-door entry-level subcompact hatchback that replaces the Sentra as the most affordable vehicle in the Nissan lineup. Built on Nissan’s “B” platform, the Versa name reflects the “versatile space” provided by the roomy interior and cargo area. Introduced as a 2007 model in 2006, a sedan version was available in late 2006.

Versa Standard Features:

MR18DE – 1.8-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine
122 hp @ 5,200 rpm
127 lb-ft of torque @ 4,800 rpm
Emissions – ULEV
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Nissan Direct Ignition System
Electronic drive-by-wire throttle
Front engine/front-wheel drive
4-speed automatic transmission or 6-speed manual transmission
11.02" vented front disc/rear drum brakes
Front: Independent strut suspension with stabilizer bar
Rear: Torsion beam suspension with integrated rear stabilizer bar
Ripple-control shock absorbers
Electric power-assisted steering
15" x 5.5" Steel wheels with wheel covers
P185/65HR15 All-season tires

Dual power body-color outside mirrors
One-touch rear trunk release
Chrome trunk finisher

Air conditioning with in-cabin microfilter
Tilt steering column
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
Rear window defroster
Upper dash storage
Front door pockets
Front and rear cup holders
Passenger visor vanity mirror
Digital clock (in radio)
Auxiliary 12-volt DC power outlet
Battery saver
Retained accessory power

Nissan Advanced Air Bags System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant-classification sensors
Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupants head protection
3-point ALR/ELR passenger seat belt system (ELR for driver)
Front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
Front-seat Active Head Restraints
LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
Child-safety rear door locks
Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
Energy-absorbing steering column
Pipe-strength side-door guard beams
Hood buckling creases and safety stops
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System

Nissan Sentra

The Sentra is Nissan’s entry-level sedan that was originally introduced in 1985. The fifth-generation Sentra offered value-conscious trims with unique style and feel, as well as performance-oriented trims. For 2007 the sixth-generation Sentra is completely designed and built on the new “C” platform featuring a longer, wider, and taller body. With looks that’s similar to the full-size Maxima on the outside, the interior is more spacious and the all-new 2.0-liter MR20DE engine has more horsepower. However the SE-R and the SE-R Spec V continues with the refined QR25DE 4-cylinder engine that produces 177 horsepower and 200 horsepower, respectively.

Sentra Standard Features:

MR20DE-2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine
140 hp @ 5,100 rpm
147 lb-ft of torque @ 4,800 rpm
Emissions - ULEV
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Nissan Direct Ignition System
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Electronic drive-by-wire throttle
Front engine/front-wheel drive
Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission)
15" x 6.5" Steel wheels with wheel covers
P205/60HR15 Tires
Front: Independent strut suspension
Rear: Torsion beam axle with integrated rear stabilizer bar
Front stabilizer bar
Ripple-control shock absorbers
Electric power-assisted steering
11.02" Vented front disc/rear drum brakes
Multi-reflector headlights
Dual body-color power outside mirrors
Rear seating with trunk-accessible pass-through
Air conditioning (with in-cabin microfilter)
Tachometer
Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-up/down with safety reverse feature
Power door locks
Oversize locking glove compartment with light
Center console with adjustable cup holders
Driver-side sunglasses compartment
Upper dash storage
Front door pockets
Battery saver
Tilt steering column
Rear defroster with timer
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
Passenger visor vanity mirror
Digital clock (in radio)
Auxiliary 12-volt DC power outlet
4-way manual adjustable driver's seat
4-way manual front-passenger's seat
Suede cloth seats
Rear seat center armrest with cup holders
60/40-split double-folding rear seats
Height-adjustable 3-point front seat belts