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ALL-NEW X-TRAIL RAISES THE BAR

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Nissan’s fourth generation X-Trail is here. It’s structurally more rigid, more aerodynamically efficient, introduces a host of new active and passive safety features, has a revised cabin layout with premium features and materials and introduces a raft of new technical aids including adaptive cruise control and more standard additions to the Nissan Intelligent Mobility suite. The 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine lifts power by 9kW to 135kW, with torque boosted by 18Nm to 244Nm and five drive modes: Off-Road, Snow, Auto, Eco and Sports. No mention of the hybrid e-POWER which… Read more

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EVS SET TO DROP IN PRICE

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Electric vehicles finally look set to drop in price with Government agreement to cut importers a tax break. The scheme will exempt EVs from import tariffs as well as fringe benefits tax, making the vehicles more affordable. The Electric Vehicle Council has welcomed the decision as a “landmark moment” for EV policy in Australia. Chief executive Behyad Jafari said making new EVs easier to buy will turbocharge the creation of a strong second-hand market for EVs, which is vital for affordability. “If the Federal Government combines this bill with new… Read more

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PREMCAR TO DEVELOP AND PRODUCE THE NISSAN WARRIOR PATROL

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Nissan Australia has announced it has given the green light for Premcar to develop and produce the newest model to join its Nissan Warrior program, the Patrol Warrior. The Patrol is the latest Nissan nameplate to join the company’s critically acclaimed Warrior model series, a Nissan-specific OEM-level new-vehicle enhancement program produced and delivered by Premcar. Wheel, tyre and suspension enhancements are set to feature in the Patrol Warrior’s forthcoming Australian engineering program, giving it even greater ground clearance, a wider stance and enhanced ride and handling. This will take its… Read more

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X-TRAIL GETS THE ELECTRIC TREATMENT

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A long-time pioneer of electric cars, Nissan is taking the plunge into hybrids — but hybrids of a different kind. The new Qashqai and X-Trail will be offered with what Nissan calls e-POWER, a hybrid setup where the petrol engine supplies power to an electric motor which has the job of turning the wheels. In tech speak that makes it a series hybrid, unlike the Prius which is a parallel hybrid because the electric motor provides a boost for the petrol engine rather than the motivation. It’s a bit like… Read more

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NISSAN PATROL Ti-L

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Introduced in 2010 (2013 here), Nissan Patrol is a competitor for the big Toyota Land Cruiser, recently updated to the 300 Series. It was also sold here briefly as the Infiniti QX80 before Nissan pulled the pin on the luxury brand in 2019 (yet again). There are only two models: Ti is priced from $89,599 and Ti-L, from $103,199 driveaway. The big difference between the two grades is that Ti seats eight, whereas Ti-L is a seven- seater. STYLING Patrol received a top-and-tail upgrade in 2020 and has just been… Read more

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NEW NISSAN Z ON ITS WAY TO AUSTRALIA

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The new Nissan Z has arrived in Australia, ushering in a new dawn of twin-turbocharged performance for one of the world’s most iconic automotive nameplates. To celebrate, Nissan arranged a family reunion for its newest performance car the limited- edition Nissan Z Proto Spec in Sydney. “This is a proud moment. Few models can claim the performance lineage of the Z, and to be able to celebrate it right here in Australia, on the eve of a new dawn of performance for the brand, is special,” says Nissan Australia Managing… Read more

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NISSAN NAVARA PRO-4X WARRIOR

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PRO-4X is Nissan’s answer to the Ford Ranger Raptor which seems to have found a ready market among cashed up tradies, despite its hefty $80,000 price tag. The makeover isn’t quite as extreme as the Raptor, with the same drivetrain as its less pretentious siblings. But it’s got ‘the look’ and has plenty to offer, and it’s $10,000 cheaper — you’ve gotta like that! STYLING The latest Warrior looks fantastic with its black, three-panel radiator grille, integrated winch-compatible bull bar, built-in light bar, elaborate sports bar and embossed tailgate. There… Read more

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NO FRILLS BUT MORE KIT A PLUS FOR NISSAN X-TRAIL

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Those who thought Nissan’s long-standing popular sports utility vehicle would trail away into oblivion were mistaken. The mid-size X-Trail came to Australia more than two decades ago with little fanfare but won the hearts and wallets of those searching for soft- road versatility. Now, Nissan has announced a new fourth generation X-Trail for Down Under in the second half of 2022. In the meantime, to celebrate 20 years here, the Japanese company has refreshed the MY22 model range with the addition of a new ST+ variant. Available in two- or… Read more

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NISSAN NAVARA SL WARRIOR BY PREMCAR

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Nissan has unveiled the Navara SL Warrior by Premcar. It’s based on the popular SL 4WD dual-cab and priced at MSRP $58,000 (manual) or MSRP $60,500 (automatic) and has increased off-road capability and suspension tuned in Australia for Australian conditions. Nissan Navara SL Warrior by Premcar enhancements include a new winch-compatible hooped bullbar with integrated LED lightbar; Cooper Discoverer All Terrain AT3 tyres; increased suspension lift raising ground clearance from 220m to 260mm; 100kg GVM upgrade with 3500kg braked towing capacity; new springs, dampers and jounce bumpers; revised front and… Read more

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NEW NISSAN PATHFINDER DETAILS

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The new Nissan Pathfinder will arrive in Australia with four grades, seating for up to eight and new safety and technology features. A new nine-speed automatic transmission with wheel-mounted paddle shifters now pairs with a V6 petrol engine producing 202kW and 340Nm. Nissan’s advanced Pro-PILOT semi-autonomous driving system also makes its debut on Pathfinder as a standard inclusion on the ST-L model upwards. Pathfinders new 4WD system features direct coupling, which allows torque transfer directly on the clutch pack using oil pressure, allowing for confident, immediate take-off in low- traction… Read more