NISSAN NAVARA TO DEBUT AT LONDON MOTOR SHOW

Nissan’s top-of-the range lifestyle Pickup, the Navara, is to make its UK debut at the 1999 London Motor Show. Based on the commercially successful Nissan Double Cab, the Navara combines the comfort and specification of a passenger car with the load carrying capability of a 4WD commercial vehicle.

Already on sale in other European markets, the London Motor Show will be used to gauge public reaction and, if favourable, the Navara will be introduced into the UK market early next year.

With air conditioning, keyless entry, electric windows and mirrors, alloy wheels and two-tone metallic paint all as standard, the Navara caters for the growing niche market of customers whose lifestyle requires the performance of a rugged off-roader, the practicalities of a pickup and the comforts of a five-seater passenger vehicle.

Neil Burrows, Marketing Director, Nissan Motor (GB) Ltd comments: “This relatively new market rose by 117% in 1998, due primarily to the introduction of what has been termed ‘lifestyle’ variants and looks set to rise even further in 1999. The Navara Pickup is designed to cater for this sector, where customers may range from builders, farmers and landowners to watersports enthusiasts and horse-owners.”

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The Navara uses the proven Nissan 104PS 2.5TD intercooled 4-cylinder engine, but sports a very different interior to the existing Double Cab model. With new seats, upgraded upholstery, different dashboard features and extra ‘car-like’ details such as cup holders and leather-covered steering wheel and gear knob, this imposing 4WD vehicle is as practical as it is stylish.

With a total pickup market share of 24% YTD, the introduction of the Navara would see Nissan offer the most comprehensive range of pickup variants in the UK.

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Gabi Whitfield Press Officer, Product affairs 01923 899930

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Andrew Roberts Manager, Product Affairs 01923 899930

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