First Look: Nissan Dualis

The European-designed Dualis has been highly valued by customers for its unique exterior styling, which projects a sense of its agile, nimble and dynamic driving feel. The European version of Dualis, known as Qashqai, has been one of Nissan's best-selling models there for three consecutive years - with total sales exceeding 600,000 units since its release.

The Japan-market Dualis now receives a number of refinements focused on the exterior, interior and improved fuel economy. On the exterior, the redesigned front grille gives a bolder look, which emphasizes its width, while an improved luxury feel is provided by the use of new chrome outside door handles. Exterior colors are all renewed, including the addition of Brilliant White Pearl - which has been requested by customers.

In the interior, large-diameter meters have been adopted for better visibility and an improved luxury feel, and a vehicle information display system is newly provided to display moment fuel consumption, upcoming maintenance schedules and various other information.

The fuel efficiency of Dualis 2WD models has been improved through modifications to the engine controls and the XTRONIC CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). In addition, actual fuel-efficiency is improved by adopting various functions in which the vehicle supports the driver's eco-drive.

Dualis CrossRider, a customized model based on the Dualis Mid-size Crossover SUV made by Autech, takes Dualis to a higher level of stylish design and driving pleasure.

In addition to the revised specifications of the base model, the Dualis CrossRider adopts unique 18-inch aluminum-alloy road wheels with special 215/55R18 tires, a fully automatic air conditioner and Xenon headlights as standard equipment. A new exterior color, Brilliant White Pearl (3P), is added to meet customer requests.

Credits: wilswong