Nissan presents the new Note model year 2012. The compact MPV launched by the Japanese manufacturer in 2006 gets new accessories and upgraded finishing, while its engine range is basically the same, with two petrol and one diesel options: the entry level unit is a 1.4-litre gasoline delivering 88 hp and 128 Nm of peak torque, then we have a 1.6-litre producing 110 hp and 153 Nm of torque with average fuel consumption of 6.6l/100 km, and finally the 1.5-litre dCi diesel engine with 90 hp and 200 Nm of torque, that boasts a fuel consumption of just 4.2 l/100 km.
The ‘Acenta’ version will come with 16″ two-tone rims in place of the 15″ set of the previous version, and will have chrome accents for both fog-lights and wing mirror shells. The cabin gets refreshed by a new set of fabrics, new blue cross-stitching finishing and the addition of climate control and automatic headlights, now listed as standard equipment. The oddly called ‘N-Tec+’ trim also gets the same upgrade, with also rear parking sensors, privacy glass and Nissan’s “Connect” touch-screen satellite navigation to top it off. The latter also allows for iPod, Usb, Aux-in and Bluetooth connectivity, providing the new Note with the necessary modern-day technology. To find out more about the model and its price, check out Nissan’s official press release right after the jump.
TAKE NOTE FOR 2012
- New luxury N-TEC+ grade introduced
- Added specification to Acenta
- Great value and British-built
Over 100,000 British buyers have already taken Note of Nissan’s UK-built supermini-MPV. To ensure its continuing popularity with buyers it’s receiving further upgrades for 2012.
The first noteworthy news is an increase in equipment and style for the popular Acenta model. On the outside are new ‘diamond cut’ two-tone 16-inch alloy wheels, replacing the original 15 inchers. Add in chrome-effect door mirror covers and front fog light surrounds and the exterior changes become even more noticeable.
A new seat fabric with blue stitching is used to provide a more premium interior feel, while climate control, automatic headlights and rain-sensitive wipers all now come as standard.
Moving up the range, the best-selling N-TEC has been upgraded too. In addition to the Acenta specification, the new N-TEC+ incorporates rear parking sensors to help keep the bodywork scuff-free. As with the N-TEC, darkened rear privacy glass and the touch screen ‘Connect’ satellite navigation system also feature.
The ‘Connect’ system additionally provides a full digital music connectivity package with built in CD/radio, iPod gateway, Aux-in, USB connection and Bluetooth phone connection.
Despite all this equipment, buyers can own a Note for less notes than might be expected. Prices start at £11,200 for the Visia, with the new Acenta at £13,000 and the new N-TEC+ a further £500. This makes it a real alternative to less practical superminis.
The engine line-up continues with the 1.4, 1.6 petrol and 1.5dCi power units. The Pure Drive badged 1.5dCi emits a CO2 level of just 110g/km with a combined economy figure of 67.3mpg.
The first of the new Notes will reach dealers in early February.
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