FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
15 December 2008
NOTE THE CHANGES FOR 2009
The award winning Nissan Note receives some major changes from 9 January 2009
· First fitment of ‘Nissan Connect’ – featuring touch screen audio, satellite navigation and Bluetooth®
· Exterior changes to bonnet, bumpers and headlights
· New alloy wheel designs
· New interior trims and exterior colour choice
· 1.5dCi engine CO2 level reduced to 119g/km
· All prices reduced - Visia now £9,795
First seen at the 2008 Paris motor show, the compact and spacious family car from Nissan is about to grow up, with changes made to the exterior and interior providing a new look with innovative and friendly technology.
Note is the first vehicle in the Nissan range to introduce ‘Nissan Connect’ - a 2DIN fully integrated audio and satellite navigation system. It uses a touch screen display for ease of use and a full digital music connectivity package with built in CD/radio, iPod gateway, aux-in (3.5mm jack), USB connection and Bluetooth® using A2DP streaming audio profile. A2DP allows music to be played through your car audio taken from your Bluetooth®-enabled MP3 player or phone without the need for external cables.
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The satellite navigation system can display the road map in either 2D or 3D formats and includes both a gyro sensor and speed sensor. These help to quickly identify the direction of travel, which speeds up any re-directions if a turning is missed and adjusts the estimated time of arrival.
Nissan Connect will be fitted as standard on Tekna and as a £400 option on the Acenta but this is not the only change taking place in the interior.
The combi-meter has been redesigned for improved visibility and the interior trims have been changed to give each grade a different feel. The useful flexi-board boot storage system, enabling taller items to be fitted in the boot or allowing items to be stored away out of sight, now has a vertical position to help prevent items moving out of place whilst driving.
Outside the front gets a new nose with a reshaped bonnet, bumper, streamlined headlights and a shiny black finish to the grille. Both 15 and 16 inch alloys are all new designs for the Acenta and Tekna respectively. Move to the rear and the tail lights have been darkened for a more refined look plus the Tekna gets reversing sensors incorporated into the bumper. Completing the new exterior look is an additional colour choice of Safari Gold.
The engine line-up continues with the proven reliability of the 1.4, 1.6 petrol and 1.5dCi power units. However, improvements to the emission levels have enabled the 1.5dCi to emit a CO2 level of just 119g/km and a pump friendly 62.8mpg. The 1.4 petrol unit produces 139g/km of CO2 with a more than respectable 47.9mpg. And by having a CO2 level of below 140g/km means they join an elite group of Nissan vehicles wearing ‘Pure Drive’ badges*. The 1.6 petrol remains available with the choice of both manual and automatic gearboxes.
Revised models with additional equipment
normally means a hike in price but not this time, in fact they have been
reduced, with the entry level Visia coming in at £450 less than the outgoing
model. A 2009 Note can now be yours for as little as £9,795 on the
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road. It’s not short on equipment either as it comes with CD player, MP3 jack,
15 inch wheels, rear sliding seat, front electric windows, four airbags and
three rear headrests. Manual air conditioning is available as a £500 option.
Acenta models starts at £11,345 (OTR) for the 1.6 engine and feature 15 inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, cruise control, leather covered steering wheel, speed limiter, flexi-board storage system, front and rear electric windows, remote audio controls, six airbags, Bluetooth® and electric heated mirrors. Nissan Connect, with all the satellite navigation touch screen features, can be added for an additional £400.
Top of the range Tekna comes in at £13,695 (OTR) for the 1.6 power unit and the extra luxury provides Nissan Connect, rear parking sensors, 16 inch alloy wheels, climate control air conditioning, part leather seats, electric folding door mirrors, ESP, rear privacy glass, rain sensing wipers and interior chrome detailing.
The equipment list does not end there as there are a range of accessories that can be used to personalise your vehicle. These include trunk finisher and mirror caps finished in chrome, bonnet deflector, bumper protection kits and tailor made floor mats.
Running costs, security and safety are always a strong consideration for vehicles in this price bracket and Note does not fall short with low insurance groups starting from 4E, or 10E if using the 50 point set, with E standing for ‘exceeding’ the security standard set by Thatcham. Plus with a 4 star NCAP rating for adult occupancy you are assured of some of the best protection, should it be required.
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Editors’ notes
· PURE DRIVE - The introduction of the Pure Drive badge is to enable customers to quickly and easily identify the most efficient models in Nissan’s range.
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· Vehicles eligible for Pure Drive will be those below 140g/km (with a staggered decrease on the threshold from 2011 and further).
· On some vehicles that on top of this condition integrate some relevant environmental friendly technology, the badge will include Puredrive + technology name (i.e. CVT).
· Note was first introduced into the UK in March 2006.
· Over 54,000 units sold in the UK.
· Auto Express voted it as its best ‘supermini MPV’ continuously for three years.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR IMAGES GO TO www.nissanpress.co.uk OR CONTACT:
Terry Steeden |
Product Communications Manager |
01923 899938 |
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Linda Robinson |
Press Communications Manager |
01923 899932 |
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Gloria Maydew |
Press Communications Manager |
01923 899937 |
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Gabi Whitfield |
Communications Director |
01923 899933 |
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NOTE EQUIPMENT LIST
VISIA
5 door, 1.4 litre, 1.6 litre or 1.5 dCi 86
5-speed manual or 4-speed auto (1.6 litre only)
TECHNOLOGY
Friendly lighting system with battery save
Tailgate wiper
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Front electric windows
Electric speed-sensitive power steering
Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
Front cabin and boot lamps
HEATING, VENTILATION AND VISIBILITY
2-Speed wiper with variable intermittent setting
INSTRUMENTATION
Combimeter with silver painted dial rings
Digital clock
Tachometer
Digital trip meter
Headlamp leveller
SEATING, TRIM AND STORAGE
Anthracite ‘Visia’ trim
Centre console storage areas
9-litre glovebox
Front passenger seatback pocket
3 Rear headrests
40/60 split rear seat
SAFETY
4 Airbags (driver, passenger and side)
Passenger airbag cut-off switch
ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
Halogen headlamps with reminder chime
Child-proof door locks
ISOFIX childseat anchorage points
SECURITY
Immobiliser
Central locking with superlocks
Remote keyless entry with anti-hijack feature
STYLING
15" Steel wheels with wheel covers
Black door handles and mirrors
Black side mouldings
Body-coloured bumpers
2-Coat high gloss silver front grille
IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT
Single CD radio with 4 speakers
MP3 auxiliary jack
OPTIONS AT EXTRA COST
Manual air conditioning with pollen filter
Metallic paint
ACENTA
5 door, 1.4 litre, 1.6 litre, 1.5 dCi 86
5-speed manual or 4-speed auto (1.6 litre only)
ADDITIONAL TO VISIA GRADE
TECHNOLOGY
Cruise control
Speed limiter
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Rear cabin lamp
Rear electric windows
Driver seat armrest
HEATING, VENTILATION AND VISIBILITY
Manual air conditioning with pollen filter
Electric heated mirrors
INSTRUMENTATION
Combimeter with chrome dial rings
Integrated drive computer
Steering wheel controls for stereo and drive computer
SEATING, TRIM AND STORAGE
Leather covered steering wheel
Anthracite ‘Acenta’ trim
Secret storage tray under front passenger seat
Flexi-board boot storage system
Glovebox vent for cooling with air conditioning
Height-adjustable driver seat
Family Pack:
- Front seat flexible storage nets
- Front seat foldaway tables with cupholders
- Front and rear centre armrests
SAFETY
Curtain airbags
Active front headrests
Front fog lamps
STYLING
15" 6-Spoke alloy wheels
Body-coloured door handles and mirrors
Body-coloured side mouldings
IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT
Single CD radio with 6 speakers
Audio with Bluetooth® compatibility
OPTIONS AT EXTRA COST
Nissan Connect
Metallic paint
TEKNA
5 door, 1.6 litre, 1.5 dCi 86
5-speed manual or 4-speed auto (1.6 litre only)
ADDITIONAL TO ACENTA GRADE
TECHNOLOGY
Nissan Connect
Rear parking sensors
Rain sensing wipers
Auto headlamps
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Climate control air conditioning
Rear privacy glass
Electric folding mirrors
SEATING, TRIM AND STORAGE
Anthracite 'Tekna' part leather sports seats and trim
SAFETY
ESP
STYLING
16" Alloy wheels
Part-alloy sports pedals (except on 1.6 litre auto)
Sports steering wheel
OPTIONS AT EXTRA COST
Metallic paint
NOTE SPECIFICATIONS
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1.4 litre petrol engine |
1.6 litre petrol engine |
1.5 litre turbo-diesel engine 86 |
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MODEL |
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Body type |
5-door hatchback |
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Available grades |
Visia, Acenta |
Visia, Acenta, Tekna |
Visia, Acenta, Tekna |
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Seating capacity |
5 |
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ENGINE |
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Engine code |
CR14DE |
HR1GDE |
K9K 276 |
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No. of cylinders, configuration |
4, in line |
4, in line |
4, in line |
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Valves per cylinder |
4 |
4 |
4 |
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Engine capacity cm3 |
1386 |
1598 |
1461 |
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Bore x stroke mm |
73.0 x 82.8 |
78.0 x 83.6 |
76.0 x 80.5 |
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Max. engine power 1) kW(PS)/rpm |
65(88)/5200 |
81(110)/6000 |
63(86)3750 |
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Max. torque 1) Nm/rpm |
128/3200 |
153/4400 |
200/1900 |
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Compression ratio |
9.9:1 |
10.7:1 |
18.8:1 |
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Fuel type |
Unleaded Petrol RON 95 |
Unleaded Petrol RON 95 |
Diesel |
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Ignition system/Intake system (Diesel) |
Electronic, distributorless type |
Electronic, distributorless type |
Turbo-Charger + Intercooler |
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Fuel supply |
Multi point injection |
Multi point injection |
Common Rail Direct Injection |
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Emission control system |
3-way catalyst |
3-way catalyst |
Oxidation catalyst |
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Emissions level |
EU4 |
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DRIVE TRAIN |
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Clutch type (auto) |
Dry plate, mechanical |
Dry plate, mechanical (Torque converter with lock-up) |
Dry plate, mechanical |
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Transmission (auto) |
5-speed manual |
5-speed manual (4-speed automatic) |
5-speed manual |
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Gear ratio |
1st (auto) |
3.727 |
3.727 (2.861) |
3.727 |
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2nd (auto) |
2.048 |
2.048 (1.562) |
2.048 |
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3rd (auto) |
1.393 |
1.393 (1.000) |
1.321 |
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4th (auto) |
1.097 |
1.029 (0.697) |
0.971 |
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5th (auto) |
0.892 |
0.821 (-) |
0.756 |
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Reverse (auto) |
3.545 |
3.545 (2.310) |
3.545 |
Final drive ratio (auto) |
3.733 |
4.067 (4.072) |
3.438 |
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Driven wheels |
Front |
Front |
Front |
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CHASSIS |
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Suspension |
Front |
Independent MacPherson strut, coil springs |
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Rear |
Torsion beam axle, coil springs |
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Steering |
Electric power assisted rack & pinion |
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Braking system |
Disc front, drum rear, diagonal circuit, power assisted with ABS, EBD and brake assist |
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Stability control system (option) |
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Tekna only |
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Wheel size (option) |
15x5.5 (16x6) |
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Tyre size (option) |
185/65R15 (185/55R16) |
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WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS |
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Kerb weight min/max 2) (auto) kg |
1092/1150 |
1182/1240 (1206/1252) |
1165/1215 |
Gross Vehicle Weight (auto) kg |
1546 |
1560 (1580) |
1610 |
Max. pay load 2) (auto) kg |
396 |
395 (403) |
395 |
Max. axle weight front (auto) kg |
827 |
846 (864) |
901 |
rear (auto) kg |
793 |
793 (786) |
781 |
Max. trailer weight braked 4) (auto) kg |
760 |
1000 (750) |
900 |
unbraked 4) kg |
510 |
510 |
510 |
Max. vert. load on coupling point kg |
50 |
50 |
50 |
Max. roof load kg |
50 |
50 |
50 |
Overall length mm |
4100 |
4100 |
4100 |
Overall width mm |
1690 |
1690 |
1690 |
Overall height mm |
1550 |
1550 |
1550 |
Wheelbase mm |
2600 |
2600 |
2600 |
Track front mm |
1470 |
1470 |
1470 |
rear mm |
1460 |
1460 |
1460 |
Luggage space – max. length (rear seat back/forward mm |
610/770 |
610/770 |
610/770 |
Luggage space – max. width mm |
1255 |
1255 |
1255 |
Luggage space - max. height to p/shelf mm |
383/604 |
383/604 |
383/604 |
Luggage space – max. height to headlining mm |
769/990 |
769/990 |
769/990 |
Luggage capacity (option) (VDA) l |
280/437 |
280/437 |
280/437 |
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Luggage capacity max. with folded seats (VDA) l |
1332 |
1332 |
1332 |
Cd |
0.33 |
0.33 |
0.33 |
Frontal area m2 |
2.08 |
2.08 |
2.08 |
Fuel tank capacity (N) l |
46 |
46 |
46 |
PERFORMANCE |
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Fuel consumption 3) |
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Urban cycle mpg (l/100km) |
38.7 (7.3) |
33.2 (8.5) |
55.4 (5.1) |
Auto |
- |
31.0 (9.1) |
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Extra-urban mpg (l/100km) |
55.4 (5.1) |
51.4 (5.5) |
67.3 (4.2) |
Auto |
- |
52.3 (5.4) |
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Combined mpg (l/100km) |
47.9 (5.9) |
42.8 (6.6) |
62.8 (4.5) |
Auto |
- |
41.5 (6.8) |
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CO2 mass emission (auto) g/km |
139 |
155 (159) |
119 |
Max. speed mph (km/h) |
101 (163) |
114 (183) |
102 (164) |
Auto |
- |
108 (174) |
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Acceleration 0-62mph sec |
13.4 |
10.7 (11.7) |
13.3 |
Min. turning circle (kerb to kerb) m |
11 |
11 |
11 |
1) In accordance with 1999/99/EC
2) Figures in accordance with EC Directive. Kerb weight condition is without driver and including coolant, oils, fuel, spare wheel and tools. Pay load will be reduced depending on the options and/or accessories installed
3) In accordance with 2004/3/EC. (Optional equipment, maintenance, driving behaviour, road and weather conditions may affect the official results)
4) Figures shown are with driver + 4 passengers and luggage and max. kerb weight
