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[post_content] => Last month, NICOclub received an invitation to come to the LA Convention Center to cover the LA Auto Show. Sarah Redman of the Zocalo Group always takes great care of us and gave us access to the Media Press Days event. Our west coast correspondent, Blake Harper, jumped at the opportunity to review the new offerings from Nissan and the chance to talk with some employees at Nissan about their new ideas and concepts.
Upon our arrival to the Convention Center, we met the lovely Jessica Reed (also from Zocalo), who would be our "tour guide". She gave us a breakdown of her two most closely followed projects, the all-new Nissan Leaf, and the totally redesigned (and re-released) Nissan Quest.
Some interesting highlights were brought up about the new Nissan Leaf. As you already know, it will be the country's first mass produced fully electric car.
The battery life expected on this vehicle is about 100 miles of driving, with a 20 mile reserve power range. The home charging station can recharge the Leaf’s batteries to 100% in 7 hours, or you can flash charge the batteries with a heavy dose of DC power up to 80% in 25 minutes. You may also equip your Leaf with a small solar panel on the hatch that will provide enough energy to power your onboard electronics, saving your internal battery life up to 15% over the duration of your trip. The Leaf will produce 107hp, 207 lb-ft and will be available in 2011. The government will also be offering a $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit for Leaf buyers.
The Nissan Quest is back for 2011, and it's back in a big way. This will be the first time the Quest isn't built in America, as production has switched to Nissan's Shatai plant in Japan where the fourth-generation El Grand is already being produced.
Power will come from the same 3.7-liter VQ V6 that powers nearly every other Nissan, with output in the 300 horsepower range. Front-wheel drive will be standard, and it was mentioned to us that there will be an all wheel drive option and an Infiniti version to go alongside Infitini’s new QX56.
But don't think this is just a rebadged El Grand. To make the van more in line with American needs and tastes, Nissan has added a full 5 inches to the vehicle’s width. This is to give the people-mover more room, but also to add high-speed stability and avoid the extreme tall and skinny look that is very common on Japanese market vans and trucks.
Read More: The CrossCabriolet, the Ellure, and the GTR.
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[post_content] => Also making an appearance at the show was the Murano CrossCabriolet. Long-rumored, and the topic of countless "they won't REALLY build it" discussions, the Murano droptop was on full display.
Dubbed as the world's first four-seat, all-wheel drive convertible crossover, the chop-top CUV will only sport two doors and thankfully, it won't come with PT Cruiser style "picnic basket" roll bar.
According to a Nissan representative there, the concept would be aimed at the 40-65 year old market, and will be a limited-production unit.
Enter the Nissan Ellure concept. The best looking concept car in the Nissan booth at the LA Auto Show, the Ellure represents the future corporate "look" for Nissan.
The Ellure is not on the production list, but it certainly does open your eyes as to what Nissan may produce in the future for the Maxima’s new styling direction (which should trickle down to the Altima and others). The Ellure is beautiful, with its futuristic lines, suicide doors, and its hybrid technology.
It is smart and forward-thinking, leaving us to imagine the good things to come for the sedan market of Nissan. The Nissan Ellure’s drivetrain is conceived as a supercharged 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder with a 25 kW electric motor, mated with an Xtronic CVT to a FWD platform.
Also at the show was the soon to be released 2012 Nissan GT-R. The GT-R goes through a few upgrades including some exterior touchups, suspension upgrades, and more importantly an engine tune from 485 hp and 434 lb-ft on the 2011 models, to 523 horsepower and 451 lb-ft of torque due to a sizable increase in boost pressure from the turbos.
The 2012 edition will be available in early 2011 for an estimated $85,000 (which doesn't include all the dealer markup we've come to expect on the GT-R).
Read More: The Infiniti M56 and the QX56.
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[post_content] => During this part of our review, we were introduced to Mr. Kyle Bazemore, Infiniti's Senior Product Communications Manager. He gave us a good run down on the upcoming Infiniti models: The M56, the QX56, the G25, the IPL G37, and the Essence concept.
First, we were introduced to the new and improved M56 sedan. The M56 boasts technological breakthroughs in the drivetrain that no one else has been able to accomplish: V8 power, in a V6 platform, with the fuel economy of an inline 4 cylinder.
It’s absolutely amazing. With 420 hp and 417 lb-ft, the M56 becomes the first production vehicle to gain over 30 mpg with a 400hp+ engine. Technically, the M56 fits into the sports sedan class but Infiniti saw an opportunity to offer something that few of its competitors do - an "economy mode" that boosts gas mileage to four cylinder levels. At the push of a button, the M56 becomes a fuel sipper. Eco mode is one of four driver-selectable modes: Sport, Standard, Snow and Eco. MSRP of the M56 is set to start at $58,000.
Infiniti has finally foregone the trend of rebadging Nissan SUV's and went in-house for the second generation of the luxury brand's underrated full-size SUV.
The 2011 QX56 is an absolute leviathan. While handsome, the body curves uncomfortably in some places, like the back hatch, disrupting the squarish side profile. The faux front fender vents, probably intended to break up the expanses of sheet metal, are unwelcome and look out-of-place.
However, the venerable 5.6-liter V-8 engine boosts fuel economy 10 percent and delivers 80 more horsepower for a total of 400. A new active suspension helps the big Q stay flat on hard turns. Like most new Infinitis, the interior is a fine place to relax and receives a thorough dashboard upgrade with standard navigation and Bose audio. Pricing remains unchanged at $56,700 for the two-wheel-drive model.
Read More: The Infiniti G25, the IPL G37, and the Essence Concept.
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[post_content] => The Infiniti G25 sedan is basically a G37 with a smaller 218-hp, 187 ft-lb 2.5L 4 cylinder engine setup. The 2.5L can either be mounted to a 7 speed automatic or 6 speed manual gearbox, RWD or AWD depending on your package.
The G25 sedan comes in several trim levels including the base G25, G25 Journey and the G25x (AWD). The base G25 starts at $31k, and a fully loaded G25 can be acquired for the same price as a base G37.
Being introduced as the new performance series for Infiniti is the, easily named, Infiniti Performance Line. The first vehicle to come out of this line is the IPL G37 coupe, and it is an impressive upgrade I must say.
The aggressive aero kit, upgraded engine specs, and upgraded suspension components, gives this G37 a drivability worthy of its own badge.
Comparable to BMW’s M series or Mercedes AMG, the IPL boosts the 3.7L’s output from 330hp to 348hp, 20% stiffer springs, new shocks, sportier steering rack, and a mechanical type limited slip differential. The IPL G37 coupe is being released this month, at a MSRP of $46k.
Read More: Saving the best for last: The Infiniti Essence Concept.
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[post_content] => We saved the best for last. As we walked up to the Infiniti Essence concept, we were stunned at its beauty. You see, Kyle had spoken to me earlier that day about how the Essence may be the most beautiful car he had ever seen. In skepticism, we went over to take a look, and after spending some time with this car, I must humbly agree. The Essence flat-out defines the future of Infiniti's corporate designs, and ideas on where they may go.
I was even more stunned during our tour when Kyle pulled out the keys and let us inside the Essence. In utter amazement, I open the door to the Essence coupe, and find a leather and suede interior that would rival that of the most expensive European luxury car. In an interesting twist, the leather is hand dyed, fading from various browns to silvers throughout the interior, and the two sides to this car are laid out in classic Japanese “his” and “her” designs.
Each side is custom tailored to the idea that a male would drive, and a female would ride passenger, and everything reflects this concept. From the colors, to the shaping of the seats in reflection of Japanese Kimono’s, to the all-analog (aircraft-like) instrument cluster, it is just amazing.
Unfortunately, the Essence is not currently slated for production, but it remains a topic of discussion amonth the Nissan / Infiniti top brass. Some things would have to change on the car, of course, for it to be production-ready, but even if this car comes out 80% of what it showed at the LA Auto Show, it will be a forced to be reckoned with in the styling category. While there were a few cars at the show that could be compared to the Essence such as the Jaguar C-X75, Lexus LFA, and Audi R8, in my eyes, the Essence was hands-down the best designed car there, and it absolutely stood up to its name by capturing the pure essence of a perfect sports car. You can bet that the staff here at NICOclub will be lobbying hard for its production.
Blake Harper (adidas2go) is a Moderator in NICOclub's Altima Forums, and serves in the US Navy aboard the USS Ronald Reagan.
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[post_content] => Last month, NICOclub received an invitation to come to the LA Convention Center to cover the LA Auto Show. Sarah Redman of the Zocalo Group always takes great care of us and gave us access to the Media Press Days event. Our west coast correspondent, Blake Harper, jumped at the opportunity to review the new offerings from Nissan and the chance to talk with some employees at Nissan about their new ideas and concepts.
Upon our arrival to the Convention Center, we met the lovely Jessica Reed (also from Zocalo), who would be our "tour guide". She gave us a breakdown of her two most closely followed projects, the all-new Nissan Leaf, and the totally redesigned (and re-released) Nissan Quest.
Some interesting highlights were brought up about the new Nissan Leaf. As you already know, it will be the country's first mass produced fully electric car.
The battery life expected on this vehicle is about 100 miles of driving, with a 20 mile reserve power range. The home charging station can recharge the Leaf’s batteries to 100% in 7 hours, or you can flash charge the batteries with a heavy dose of DC power up to 80% in 25 minutes. You may also equip your Leaf with a small solar panel on the hatch that will provide enough energy to power your onboard electronics, saving your internal battery life up to 15% over the duration of your trip. The Leaf will produce 107hp, 207 lb-ft and will be available in 2011. The government will also be offering a $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit for Leaf buyers.
The Nissan Quest is back for 2011, and it's back in a big way. This will be the first time the Quest isn't built in America, as production has switched to Nissan's Shatai plant in Japan where the fourth-generation El Grand is already being produced.
Power will come from the same 3.7-liter VQ V6 that powers nearly every other Nissan, with output in the 300 horsepower range. Front-wheel drive will be standard, and it was mentioned to us that there will be an all wheel drive option and an Infiniti version to go alongside Infitini’s new QX56.
But don't think this is just a rebadged El Grand. To make the van more in line with American needs and tastes, Nissan has added a full 5 inches to the vehicle’s width. This is to give the people-mover more room, but also to add high-speed stability and avoid the extreme tall and skinny look that is very common on Japanese market vans and trucks.
Read More: The CrossCabriolet, the Ellure, and the GTR.
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We saved the best for last. As we walked up to the Infiniti Essence concept, we were stunned at its beauty. You see, Kyle had spoken to me earlier that day about how the Essence may be the most beautiful car he had ever seen. In skepticism, we went over to take a look, and after spending some time with this car, I must humbly agree. The Essence flat-out defines the future of Infiniti’s corporate designs, and ideas on where they may go.
I was even more stunned during our tour when Kyle pulled out the keys and let us inside the Essence. In utter amazement, I open the door to the Essence coupe, and find a leather and suede interior that would rival that of the most expensive European luxury car. In an interesting twist, the leather is hand dyed, fading from various browns to silvers throughout the interior, and the two sides to this car are laid out in classic Japanese “his” and “her” designs.
Each side is custom tailored to the idea that a male would drive, and a female would ride passenger, and everything reflects this concept. From the colors, to the shaping of the seats in reflection of Japanese Kimono’s, to the all-analog (aircraft-like) instrument cluster, it is just amazing.
Unfortunately, the Essence is not currently slated for production, but it remains a topic of discussion amonth the Nissan / Infiniti top brass. Some things would have to change on the car, of course, for it to be production-ready, but even if this car comes out 80% of what it showed at the LA Auto Show, it will be a forced to be reckoned with in the styling category. While there were a few cars at the show that could be compared to the Essence such as the Jaguar C-X75, Lexus LFA, and Audi R8, in my eyes, the Essence was hands-down the best designed car there, and it absolutely stood up to its name by capturing the pure essence of a perfect sports car. You can bet that the staff here at NICOclub will be lobbying hard for its production.
Blake Harper (adidas2go) is a Moderator in NICOclub’s Altima Forums, and serves in the US Navy aboard the USS Ronald Reagan.
