01.14.2010 , FRANKLIN, Tenn.

Nissan today announced an immediate $30,000 cash donation to the Red Cross to assist with earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. The cash donation is part of a multi-faceted relief program by Nissan in the Americas.

"Recovery in Haiti will be very difficult and will take years to accomplish after a disaster of this magnitude," said Scott Becker, senior vice president, Administration and Finance, Nissan North America. "We want to do our part immediately and in the future to help those affected by the earthquake in a time of critical need."

Relief efforts from Nissan operations in the Americas include:

• A $25,000 cash donation from Nissan North America
• A $5,000 cash donation from Nissan Canada, Inc.
• Dollar-for-dollar gift matching for first $25,000 in employee donations for a combined employee-company contribution of up to $50,000
• $52,000 to Habitat for Humanity International to construct 13 houses in Haiti as rebuilding programs get under way.
  

Nissan has a long history of responding to humanitarian needs and disaster relief through organizations that include the American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity and Second Harvest Food Bank.

About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO2 emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com.

Engineers over at Nissan have developed a new Dual Injector system that improves fuel efficiency, reduces emissions, and minimizes raw materials used by small-displacement engines.

The technology uses a fuel injector in each port rather than one injector per cylinder as in regular small engines. Each cylinder in a standard engine houses twin ports. So in essence, the Nissan Dual Injector system doubles the injectors per cylinder.

But wait. Doesn't that increase fuel flow and therefore increase fuel usage? Not necessarily. Nissan says the system's key is in its fuel delivery method. It sprays fuel very efficiently and therefore reduces the amount of unburned fuel in the system. It also cuts hydrocarbon emissions and speeds up the vaporization of fuel. As a result, power is said to always be on tap and no excess fuel is lost.

The whole process is similar to direct injection, but according to Nissan, current systems aren't suitable for the smaller engines that are gaining popularity. Say, for example, an automaker wants to implement direct injection into one of its city cars. They'll have to install a high-pressure pump that Nissan says complicates the overall design and makes the entire car more expensive to produce. The Dual Injector system is estimated to undercut standard direct-injection systems by 60%.

Physically, it's smaller too, and as such is comprised of lower amounts of precious raw materials.

Officials will begin to implement the Dual Injector system on all Nissan small cars beginning fiscal year 2010. We can't wait to try out the technology in a real-world test.

New, 2009 Versa Sedan 1.6 Features $,9,990 MSRP, Excellent Fuel Economy, Design, Quality and Reliability; Available at Dealers November 18
Nashville, Tenn. -
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced a new 2009 Nissan Versa Sedan 1.6 model, which features a starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)* of $9,990* (excluding Destination and Handling). The new Versa focuses squarely on value and fuel economy, with its standard 107-horsepower DOHC 16-valve 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder engine delivering responsive performance and a 34 mpg highway fuel economy rating (with the 5-speed manual transmission).
 
The Versa Sedan 1.6 goes on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide beginning November 18, 2008.
 
“Starting under $10,000, this new Versa Sedan 1.6 has the lowest new-car MSRP in the United States,” said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, NNA. “It combines the low price of a used car with the dependability, high quality and full factory warranty of every new Nissan. It’s our way of saying that in tough economic times, Nissan is here to help.”
 
Since its introduction in 2006, Nissan Versa has enjoyed strong appeal in the marketplace among buyers seeking fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance or roominess. Versa offers one of the highest standard horsepower/torque ratings and the largest interior in the entry-level segment – along with excellent quality, reliability and durability.
 
The new high-value Versa Sedan 1.6 model features a smaller displacement 1.6-liter engine (versus the standard 1.8-liter), standard 5-speed manual transmission and simplified content. It is also available with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy is rated at 26 mpg city/34 mpg highway with the 5-speed manual and 26 mpg city/33 mpg highway with the 4-speed automatic.


”The new Versa Sedan 1.6 is another way in which Nissan is taking a leadership role in reassuring consumers that now is a great time to consider a new car,” said Carolin.
 
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO2 emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.comwww.infiniti.com. and
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* Based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $9,990 for the new, 2009 model year Versa 1.6 Sedan. Claim based on competitive MSRP’s in the Lower-Small segment for new, model year 2009 vehicles. MSRP excludes applicable tax, title and license fees.  Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice. Destination and Handling $695.

Seeking a Symbiosis of People, Vehicles and Nature

Nissan's philosophy towards the environment, "Seeking a symbiosis of people, vehicles and nature," decribes our idea for a sustainable mobile society, now and in the future.  To contribute to the creation of a sustainable mobile society, Nissan continues to seek new ways to address environmental challenges.  Our primary focus at the moment is a reduction in CO2 emissions. We are taking action not just for the present generation, but for future ones as well, striving to preserve our global environment.

 

Nissan is aiming to become a "sincere eco-innovator."

 

For our planet's present and future generations:

• Sincere: To pro-actively address the environmental challenges and reduce the load on the environment
• Eco-innovator: To develop a sustainable mobile society, we will provide customers with innovative technology in our products

To learn more about the Nissan Green Program, including their initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions, please visit www.nissanusa.com/about/green-program/index.html

First look at the Nissan GT-R. Nissan unveiled the GT-R at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show to much fanfa By James R. Healey, USA TODAY TOKYO — Nissan finally quit teasing and showed the production version of its super-high-performance GT-R sports coupe, unveiling it at the big auto show near here Wednesday as a car designed to give Nissan the kind of halo that the Corvette gives to Chevrolet. GT-R will go on sale here in December and in the USA — to the cheers of long-suffering auto enthusiasts — in June or July 2008. U.S. auto buffs have been clamoring for the car for more than a decade. Nissan hasn't sold previous versions of the road rocket in the USA, deeming it too small for American tastes and too hard to re-engineer to meet U.S. safety and anti-pollution regulations. The new one, though, was developed with the USA in mind. The car will start at 7.77 million yen here, equivalent to about $68,000 at recent exchange rates. Nissan hasn't announced the U.S. price, which could be higher if the U.S. model is equipped differently. The bottom line: GT-R is supposed to be quicker than the $124,000 Porsche turbo but little more than half its price. In fact, if the U.S. price is roughly equivalent to the Japanese price, GT-R will be several thousand dollars less than the least-expensive Porsche 911 sold in the USA. Still, the price is lofty by Nissan's mainstream standards, and a potential challenge — at least in the USA — to the car company's marketing skill. Despite the huge advance buzz surrounding the car, it's uncertain if buyers easily will part with $70,000 or $80,000 in a showroom that also sells $15,000 economy cars and $30,000 SUVs. Nissan is confident, pointing out how easily Chevy dealers sell Corvettes with plain-Jane work trucks and Korean-built Chevy economy cars. Nissan believes the GT-R's performance numbers — and touches such as silver paint that's hand rubbed in the factory for an extraordinary sheen — should wipe out buyer resistance. GT-R has a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V-6 engine rated 473 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 434 pounds-feet of torque starting at 3,200 rpm. All-wheel drive is standard, spreading the power among four tires instead of between just two to help keep the car stable during hard acceleration. Nissan expects it to go 0 to 60 mph in less than four seconds, as quick as some motorcycles. GT-R is a small coupe, measuring 183.2 inches long, 74.6 inches wide and 53.9 inches tall, riding on a 109.4-inch wheelbase. It's designed to seat four, but rear-seat dimensions are tight. Total passenger space is 79.4 cubic feet — about the same as some subcompact sedans. The trunk, though, is a relatively generous 8.8 cubic feet. Nissan will manufacture just 12,000 GT-Rs a year. The U.S. allotment hasn't been set.

Nissan Sentra EXPEDITION EXCEEDS 10,000 KM
 

Since its departure, in Mexico, Sentra 3 America's project car has already crossed five countries, covering 8,200 km in only seven days

 

Brazilian journalist Paulo Rollo and the photographer Jeanne Look have just completed 30 days of their expedition, covering more than 10,000 km and five Latin-American countries. They departed from Aguascalientes, Mexico, in front of the plant where the Nissan Sentra is produced and exported to several countries, including Brazil. In only seven days, the journalist and photographer crossed 8,200 km.

 

Next, they entered the Yucatan Peninsula and passed through Uxmal, Chichén Itzá, Coba and the Mayan Ruins of Tulum, areas many describe as paradise. They drove along the beautiful Mexican Caribbean Coast, in the region of Cancun. They crossed the Mexican border to Guatemala and visited the Atitlán Lake, La Antigua Guatemala and Guatemala City. They both took the opportunity to scale the Ipala Volcano. The following destinations were El Salvador, Honduras and, lastly, Nicaragua, the fifth country visited.

 

Paulo is giving press conferences to the local media and is regularly updating his car performance reports on weekly bulletins available on www.sentra3americas.com. The journalist is amazed by the vehicle's performance and low fuel consumption. "Traveling at the speed of 100 km/h on a highway, it was amazing to see that our Sentra does 15.2 km to the liter. I have never had such a cost-effective 2-liter sedan in my hands. Taking all our luggage and equipment for a four-month expedition into account, the total weight is equivalent to four passengers", says Paulo Rollo.

 

For this expedition, Nissan offered a Nissan Sentra SL with an XTRONIC® CVT transmission and the same specs of the models sold at the Brazilian dealerships. The Sentra 3 Americas Project will traverse 30,000 km, in approximately 100 days, crossing 17 Latin-American countries: Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Paraguay and, to finish, Brazil.

 

Below, please find a statement from Paulo Rollo about the first 30 days of this expedition:

 

“Traveling by car is one of best experiences in life. Now, just think about starting this 30,000 km expedition at the beautiful and magical Mexico. Prior to shipping the Nissan Sentra from Santos to the Mexican Port of Altamira, we drove it for about 5,000 km in Brazil, so that we could check its performance before experiencing this challenging expedition. The Nissan Sentra is showing an impressive performance, which did not surprise us, but strengthened our confidence in the success of the project.

 

At the historical site of Aguascalientes, the Mexican city where all Sentras are produced, we headed towards the first and pleasant destination of this long and unprecedented journey across 17 countries: the Yucatan Peninsula. We visited impressive Mayan ruins at Uxmal, Chichén Itzá, Coba and Tulum.

 

We traveled with our Sentra along the beautiful Caribbean Sea, where the photographer of the expedition, Jeanne Look, could dive and interact with dolphins, at the extraordinary Xel-há Park, to the South of Cancun.

 

 

Consumption of a small car

 

In Mexico, the "Magna" unleaded fuel with an 88 octane content costs 7.05 pesos a liter, equivalent to 1.34 Brazilian reais. Traveling at the speed of 100 km/h on a highway, Sentra is showing an excellent performance, doing an average of 15.2 km to the liter. I have never had such a cost-effective 2-liter sedan in my hands. We must point out that our entire luggage and equipment for a 4-month journey is equivalent to the weight of four passengers.

In two-way roads, traveling at an average speed of 80 km/h, crossing urban areas and numerous speed bumps, Sentra does the excellent average of 12.1 Km/l. This is partly provided by the perfect synchrony between the engine and the CVT transmission. A couple of months ago, I have had the opportunity of driving a Sentra equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission and, comparing it to the model equipped with the CVT, I noticed that in speeds superior to 90 km/h, it works with an average of less 500 rpm. At 120 km/h, for example, the manual transmission, in the sixth gear, was at 3,000 rpm, while the CVT was at only 2,500 rpm. This low consumption is twice as valuable: it is economical and environmental friendly.

The excellent cargo capacity was another surprise. All our stuff could be freely accommodated in its wide trunk. Up to now, our Sentra is impeccable, just as the day when we received it, which confirms our initial positive expectations. This demonstrates the meticulous attention that the project team dedicated to each detail. However, it will still face many challenges until our arrival in Brazil.

 

 

We left the North-American Continent through the Mexican border with Guatemala, where I was amazed at the welcoming lack of bureaucracy. Six years before, I experienced huge formalities imposed by border officials. At this time, they simply did not examine the car! During one week, we visited beautiful places, such as the Atitlán Lake, La Antigua Guatemala and Guatemala City. We also took the opportunity to scale the Ipala volcano.

The next destination was El Salvador. I was worried because the last time I visited the country, in 1988, there was danger and destruction, owing to the guerillas warfare and hurricanes. Fortunately, everything is fine now. Moreover, the Salvadoran highways deserve my highest score up to now. As it is a small country and the rain could not stop, our visit was limited to a short trip and we soon followed to Honduras, where we found a different reality in terms of bureaucracy and roads. Not only the road signage is unsatisfactory, but also there are many potholes, dangerous bends, sheer drops and numerous irresponsible drivers, making unthinkable overtakes. On the other hand, the country is beautiful and the people are very friendly.

The first stop on Honduran soil was at the impressive Ruins of Copan. Then we headed to the capital, Tegucigalpa. Under heavy rain, on the third day, we decided to lead to the next country of our expedition: Nicaragua. Check out the continuation of our adventure here and on www.sentra3americas.com.”

 

03.24.2010 , CANTON, Miss.

NISSAN CANTON COMPLETES CONSTRUCTION AND RETOOLING FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PRODUCTION

- Nissan Canton Prepared to Begin Production Trials for 2011 Nissan NV -

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced the completion of a $118 million expansion and retooling project for commercial vehicle (CV) production at Nissan's Canton plant. Production trials will begin next month on the NV, the first entry in the company's new Nissan CV lineup in the United States and Canada.

"Preparing the plant to launch a new product in a new segment is a challenge our employees have met head-on," said Dan Bednarzyk, vice president, Manufacturing - Canton. "We are excited about this opportunity to deliver a high quality, reliable, and innovative product to the marketplace."

Nissan began expanding and retooling the plant last March. Changes to the plant over the past 12 months include:

• 14,400 square foot expansion to Body Assembly shop
• Modification to 79,200 square feet of existing Body Assembly shop
• 49,000 square foot expansion to Paint shop
• Modification to 59,000 square feet of existing Paint shop
• New assembly line added in existing Trim & Chassis shop
  

Earlier this month, Nissan unveiled the all-new Nissan NV at the National Truck Equipment Association's (NTEA) annual Work Truck Show in St. Louis. The Canton plant will start producing this full-size commercial van later this year in time for it to go on sale in late fall as a 2011 model.

The Canton plant will produce all three models of the NV lineup:

• NV1500/Standard Roof
• NV2500HD/Standard Roof and High Roof
• NV3500HD/Standard Roof and High Roof
  

The NV will launch with a choice of two engines; a powerful yet fuel-efficient 4.0-liter V6 or a powerful 5.6-liter V8 with plenty of torque.

The NV joins a stable of high-quality vehicles currently produced at the Nissan Canton plant; including the popular and award-winning Nissan Altima that is consistently chosen by reputable publications and consumer surveys for its superior quality and safety performance.

The Nissan Canton plant also has garnered its share of recognition by playing a key role in helping the company become a 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year as named by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Nissan's manufacturing plants in Canton, along with those in Smyrna and Decherd, Tenn., have seen energy-efficiency improvements of more than 30 percent, saving the company over $11.5 million per year.

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO2 emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com.


Contact Information:

Steve Parrett
Corporate Communications
Nissan North America, Inc.
615-725-1448/615-306-9599
www.nissannews.com

03.30.2010 , FRANKLIN, Tenn.

As low as $25,280 ($32,780 MSRP minus up to $7,500 federal tax credit)
Lease world's first mass-marketed EV for $349 per month

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the 2011 Nissan LEAF electric vehicle, which becomes available for purchase or lease at Nissan dealers in select markets in December and nationwide in 2011. Nissan will begin taking consumer reservations for the Nissan LEAF April 20.

Including the $7,500 federal tax credit for which the Nissan LEAF will be fully eligible, the consumer's after-tax net value of the vehicle will be $25,280. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price *(MSRP) for the 2011 all-electric, zero-emission Nissan LEAF is $32,780, which includes three years of roadside assistance. Additionally, there is an array of state and local incentives that may further defray the costs and increase the benefits of owning and charging a Nissan LEAF - such as a $5,000 statewide tax rebate in California; a $5,000 tax credit in Georgia; a $1,500 tax credit in Oregon; and carpool-lane access in some states, including California.

As a result of aggressive pricing and the availability of the $7,500 federal tax credit whose benefit is immediately included, Nissan will be able to offer a monthly lease payment beginning at $349, not including state or local incentives, which could further reduce the net cost of the Nissan LEAF.

"Imagine the possibility of never needing to go to a gas station again. Or of paying less than $3 for 100 miles behind the wheel. Or of creating zero emissions while driving," said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, NNA. "Nissan leads the industry by offering the first affordable, zero-emission vehicle for the mass market. Nissan LEAF truly is in a class by itself."

The vehicle at the SV trim level is well-equipped with a variety of standard features, including an advanced navigation system and Internet/smart phone connectivity to the vehicle, enabling pre-heat/pre-cool and charging control. Nissan LEAF is equipped with energy-efficient LED headlights and makes extensive use of recycled and recyclable materials, such as seat fabric, instrument panel materials, and front- and rear-bumper fascias. Other standard amenities include Bluetooth connectivity; Intelligent-key with push button start; Sirius/XM satellite radio capabilities and roadside assistance. Safety features include vehicle dynamic control (stability control), traction control and six airbags. The SL trim level, available for an additional $940 (MSRP), adds features including rearview monitor, solar panel spoiler, fog lights, and automatic headlights.

Reservations and Purchase
In order to ensure a one-stop-shop customer experience, Nissan is carefully managing the purchase process from the first step, when consumers sign up on NissanUSA.com, until the customer takes the Nissan LEAF home and plugs it into a personal charging dock.

• Nissan begins accepting reservations on April 20 first from people who have signed up on NissanUSA.com, and, after a brief introductory period, to all interested consumers.
• Consumers will be required to pay a $99 reservation fee, which is fully refundable.
• Reserving a Nissan LEAF ensures consumers a place in line when Nissan begins taking firm orders in August, as well as access to special, upcoming Nissan LEAF events.
• Rollout to select markets begins in December, with nationwide availability in 2011.
  

Charging Equipment
In tandem with the purchase process, Nissan will offer personal charging docks, which operate on a 220-volt supply, as well as their installation. Nissan is providing these home-charging stations, which will be built and installed by AeroVironment, as part of a one-stop-shop process that includes a home assessment.

• The average cost for the charging dock plus installation will be $2,200.
• Charging dock and installation are eligible for a 50 percent federal tax credit up to $2,000. 
• Using current national electricity averages, Nissan LEAF will cost less than $3 to "fill up." 
• Nissan LEAF also will be the sole vehicle available as part of The EV Project, which is led by EV infrastructure provider eTec, a division of ECOtality, and will provide free home-charging stations and installation for up to 4,700 Nissan LEAF owners in those markets.
  

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive design, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO2 emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling. More information on the Nissan LEAF and zero emissions can be found at www.NissanUsa.com.

MSRP excludes applicable tax, title and license fees. Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice.


Contacts:

Alan Buddendeck
Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.
(Japan): +81-80-4095-6186
(US): +1-615-830-4691

Scott Stevens
Nissan North America
Tel: 615-725-5025
www.nissannews.com

Katherine Zachary
Nissan North America
Tel: 615-725-1447
Mobile: 313-598-9324

03.30.2010 , FRANKLIN, Tenn.

As low as $25,280 ($32,780 MSRP minus up to $7,500 federal tax credit)
Lease world's first mass-marketed EV for $349 per month

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the 2011 Nissan LEAF electric vehicle, which becomes available for purchase or lease at Nissan dealers in select markets in December and nationwide in 2011. Nissan will begin taking consumer reservations for the Nissan LEAF April 20.

Including the $7,500 federal tax credit for which the Nissan LEAF will be fully eligible, the consumer's after-tax net value of the vehicle will be $25,280. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price *(MSRP) for the 2011 all-electric, zero-emission Nissan LEAF is $32,780, which includes three years of roadside assistance. Additionally, there is an array of state and local incentives that may further defray the costs and increase the benefits of owning and charging a Nissan LEAF - such as a $5,000 statewide tax rebate in California; a $5,000 tax credit in Georgia; a $1,500 tax credit in Oregon; and carpool-lane access in some states, including California.

As a result of aggressive pricing and the availability of the $7,500 federal tax credit whose benefit is immediately included, Nissan will be able to offer a monthly lease payment beginning at $349, not including state or local incentives, which could further reduce the net cost of the Nissan LEAF.

"Imagine the possibility of never needing to go to a gas station again. Or of paying less than $3 for 100 miles behind the wheel. Or of creating zero emissions while driving," said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, NNA. "Nissan leads the industry by offering the first affordable, zero-emission vehicle for the mass market. Nissan LEAF truly is in a class by itself."

The vehicle at the SV trim level is well-equipped with a variety of standard features, including an advanced navigation system and Internet/smart phone connectivity to the vehicle, enabling pre-heat/pre-cool and charging control. Nissan LEAF is equipped with energy-efficient LED headlights and makes extensive use of recycled and recyclable materials, such as seat fabric, instrument panel materials, and front- and rear-bumper fascias. Other standard amenities include Bluetooth connectivity; Intelligent-key with push button start; Sirius/XM satellite radio capabilities and roadside assistance. Safety features include vehicle dynamic control (stability control), traction control and six airbags. The SL trim level, available for an additional $940 (MSRP), adds features including rearview monitor, solar panel spoiler, fog lights, and automatic headlights.

Reservations and Purchase
In order to ensure a one-stop-shop customer experience, Nissan is carefully managing the purchase process from the first step, when consumers sign up on NissanUSA.com, until the customer takes the Nissan LEAF home and plugs it into a personal charging dock.

• Nissan begins accepting reservations on April 20 first from people who have signed up on NissanUSA.com, and, after a brief introductory period, to all interested consumers.
• Consumers will be required to pay a $99 reservation fee, which is fully refundable.
• Reserving a Nissan LEAF ensures consumers a place in line when Nissan begins taking firm orders in August, as well as access to special, upcoming Nissan LEAF events.
• Rollout to select markets begins in December, with nationwide availability in 2011.
  

Charging Equipment
In tandem with the purchase process, Nissan will offer personal charging docks, which operate on a 220-volt supply, as well as their installation. Nissan is providing these home-charging stations, which will be built and installed by AeroVironment, as part of a one-stop-shop process that includes a home assessment.

• The average cost for the charging dock plus installation will be $2,200.
• Charging dock and installation are eligible for a 50 percent federal tax credit up to $2,000. 
• Using current national electricity averages, Nissan LEAF will cost less than $3 to "fill up." 
• Nissan LEAF also will be the sole vehicle available as part of The EV Project, which is led by EV infrastructure provider eTec, a division of ECOtality, and will provide free home-charging stations and installation for up to 4,700 Nissan LEAF owners in those markets.
  

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive design, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO2 emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling. More information on the Nissan LEAF and zero emissions can be found at www.NissanUsa.com.

MSRP excludes applicable tax, title and license fees. Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice.


Contacts:

Alan Buddendeck
Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.
(Japan): +81-80-4095-6186
(US): +1-615-830-4691

Scott Stevens
Nissan North America
Tel: 615-725-5025
www.nissannews.com

Katherine Zachary
Nissan North America
Tel: 615-725-1447
Mobile: 313-598-9324

03.31.2010 , NEW YORK

For more information, visit the JUKE micro-site at NissanJukeNYC.com.

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today unveiled the all-new Nissan JUKE sports cross at a special media preview near Rockefeller Center. The dramatically styled JUKE, which joins Nissan's popular Murano and Rogue crossovers at Nissan dealers nationwide in the fall of 2010, will be on display at the New York International Auto Show at Jacob Javits Center April 2nd through 11th. A special Web broadcast debut is scheduled for Wednesday, March 31 at 9:00 a.m. EDT. It can be viewed at www.nissanjukenyc.com.

Along with its bold design inside and out, which draws on a number of active lifestyle influences including motorcycles and rally cars, JUKE brings unexpected levels of performance from a 1.6-liter Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG?) turbo engine and an advanced torque vectoring all-wheel drive (AWD) system with performance technology usually reserved for premium vehicles.

"JUKE is about to carve out a unique space in the rapidly growing compact crossover/hatchback segment with its combination of striking design, agile handling and driving pleasure and user friendly technology," said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, NNA. "Add in the convenience, versatility and high seating positioning of a traditional compact SUV - and pricing that is expected to start at just under $20,000 - and you've got a vehicle unlike any other in its class."

The JUKE interior offers bolstered front seats and a center console inspired by a motorcycle fuel tank and finished in a two-coat high-gloss paint. The gearshift sits on top of the console, with a short shifter lever for sporty driving. In the rear, a fold-down 60/40-split bench seat and flat load floor provide passenger and cargo hauling flexibility.

Available features range from leather-appointed seats and RearView Monitor to Nissan Intelligent Key? with Push Button Ignition, navigation system with real-time traffic information and power sliding moonroof. A long list of standard safety features is also available, including six air bags, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).

Powering JUKE is a standard 1.6-liter Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG?) Turbo, 16-valve DOHC aluminum-alloy inline 4-cylinder engine rated at 180+ horsepower and 170+ lb-ft of torque. The engine, the first application in North America, combines energetic performance and good fuel economy. Two transmissions are offered - Nissan's advanced Xtronic CVT? (Continuously Variable Transmission) with S-Mode and a 6-speed manual transmission (SV FWD and SL FWD models only).

JUKE's torque vectoring AWD system splits torque up to 50:50 between the front and rear wheels and can also can split torque from side-to-side across the rear axle. When cornering, the system helps reduce understeer and enhance the vehicle's cornering feel.

Another new-to-Nissan technology debuting on JUKE is the innovative Integrated Control (I-CON) system. The I-CON system functions in one setting as a controller for the automatic climate control system, and in the other offers a drive mode selector with three different throttle/transmission (CVT)/steering response settings - Normal for everyday driving, Sport for a more intense performance feel and Eco for maximum efficiency.

I-CON also serves as a central command center and display module, adopting different display colors and functions depending on how it is being used. In Climate mode, the display shows the interior temperature settings while the "buttons" display air flow preferences. In the "D-Mode," the buttons change to the three driving modes and the display shows engine and drive related dials and information.

"JUKE provides an exceptional level of available technology for its segment and a special character all its own," said Carolin. "We're expecting an enthusiastic response from people attending the New York Auto Show and look forward to JUKE going on sale this fall."

Along with the Web cast video, JUKE images, video downloads and additional information will be available beginning March 31 at nissanjukenyc.com.

About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO2 emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.infinitiusa.com.


Contacts:

John Schilling
Nissan Product Communications
615-725-5264
john.schilling@nissan-usa.com

Josh Clifton
Nissan Product Communications
615-725-1767
josh.clifton@nissan-usa.com