YOKOHAMA, Japan (October 10, 2014) - Nissan announced today that the eagerly-anticipated fifth installment of Nissans high-performance Nismo series, the Nismo Note, will go on sale throughout Japan on October 10.
THE NOTE NISMO S
Since the release of the Juke Nismo in February 2013, the lineup of Nissans specialty division, Nismo, has been consistently expanding with the addition of the March Nismo, Fairlady Z Nismo and the venerable Nissan GT-R Nismo, thus allowing the companys performance division to offer a broad range of road-going cars to the public—from compacts to SUVs to sports cars—all armed with the sporty DNA derived from Nismos motorsports activities.
In order to satisfy the needs of both the hardcore motorsports fan as well as the casual sports driving enthusiast, there will be two grades offered for the Note Nismo, the standard model and the Note Nismo S.
The standard Nismo Note will satisfy customers who appreciate sporty styling, as well as those who enjoy spirited driving in a compact fuel-efficient vehicle. The upgrade Nismo S caters to the pure high-performance enthusiast, one who desires to experience the fruits of Nismos motorsports heritage.
"The development concept of this model was to build a car that makes you want to keep driving, no matter where your destination may be. Nismo is confident that the Note Nismo will enhance your driving experience; it offers top level performance in a compact package," Nismos Chief Product Specialist, Hiroshi Tamura, said.
Highlights of the Note Nismo include:
○High level performance with total balance
Powertrain, chassis, tire, suspension and aerodynamic technologies all accumulated from Nismo's experience in motorsports that offers high performance with flawless balance.
The Nismo S is equipped with a specially-tuned HR16DE engine mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox, a combination that allows the driver to tap into the powerplant's fruitful supply of low-end torque, resulting in a thoroughly pleasurable driving experience.
○Head-turning Nismo styling accentuated with Nismo Red
Custom front grille, front and rear bumpers, side sill protectors, roof spoiler and the Nismo Red electronic folding side mirrors highlights the exterior along with the custom Nismo badge.
○Enforced body rigidity maximizes the performance potential of each part
Enforced body rigidity and the smooth engine performance make the driver want to continue driving endlessly. It offers performance and quality that can only come from a factory-tuned vehicle.
○Multiple seat variations
Custom sports seats are standard on the Note Nismo S and offered as a factory option on the standard Note Nismo. Additionally, special Nismo Recaro sports bucket seats are offered as a factory option on the Note Nismo S.
<Manfucaturers Suggested Retail Price (Consumption Tax included)>
(In Japanese yen)
| Drive | Engine | Grade | Transmission | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD | HR12DDR | NISMO | Xtronic CVT |
1,952,640 |
| HR16DE (Tuned for NISMO S) |
NISMO S*1 | 5MT | ☆ 2,244,240 |
☆Pictured above
Xtronic CVT: Continuously Variable Transmission
*1: NISMO S is handled by Autech Japan and requires on-site registration at a vehicle inspection and registration office.
Note Nismo, Note Nismo S includes the following equipment:
- NISMO Custom front grille, front bumper, side sills, rear bumper, roof spoiler
- NISMO Custom LED hyper daytime running lights (linked to the driving lights)
- NISMO Custom emblems (center cluster)
- NISMO Custom speed-variable power steering system
- NISMO Custom Red Finisher (on the vents and push-button starter)
- NISMO Custom dark silver finisher (center cluster side, power window switch base, auto air-conditioning center)
- Side turn signals, automatically retractable door mirrors in custom Nismo red
- Rear fog lamps
- Shark-fin antenna
- Four color variations in all:
Brilliant White Pearl (3P) , Dark Metallic Grey (M), Super Black, Brilliant Silver (M) *2
- *2: (3P)means three-coat pearl, (M) stands for metallic
Specialty Equipment for the standard Note Nismo (in addition to the standard equipment):
- NISMO Custom Alcantara® -wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel (with red center mark and red stitching)
- NISMO Custom emblems (front and rear)
- NISMO Custom suspension
- NISMO Custom tuning computer (ECM)
- NISMO Custom exhaust (φ85)
- NISMO Custom Tricot cloth fabric seat trim and door trims
- NISMO Custom shift knob and shift base
- NISMO Custom structural enhancements (front tunnel stay/rear tunnel stay)
- Bridgestone POTENZA RE080 (195/55R 16 87V) tires and 16-in. alloy wheels
Specialty Equipment for the Note Nismo S (in addition to the standard equipment):
- NISMO S Custom Alcantara® -wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel (with red center mark and red stitching)
- NISMO S Custom emblems (front and rear)
- NISMO S Custom suspension
- NISMO S Custom tuning computer (ECM)
- NISMO S Custom exhaust system (φ100)
- NISMO Custom brake system (rear disc brakes)
- NISMO Custom suede-covered sport seats (with Nismo logo and red stitching) and door trims
- NISMO Custom combination instrument gauges (with Nismo logo and 260km/h speedometer)
- NISMO Custom shift knob and shift base(with red finisher) and shift boot (with red stitching)
- NISMO Custom aluminum foot pedals(acceleration, brake, clutch and dead pedal with Nismo logo)
- NISMO Custom Bridgestone POTENZA S007(205/45R17 84W) tires and 17-in. alloy wheels
- NISMO Custom structural enhancements (front tunnel stay/rear tunnel stay, front suspension member stay, rear cross bar, rear under-floor V-bar, rear suspension member stay)
- NISMO Custom air intake system
- NISMO S Custom-tuned engine HR16DE
- 5-speed manual transmission
For more information on the Note Nismo, please visit
http://www.nissan.co.jp/NOTE/nismo
About Nismo
- Nismo is the performance brand for Nissan, and is one of the company's purveyors of innovation and excitement.
- Nismo offers products featuring innovative technology and high performance to a wide range of customers for street use. Nismo cars provide exciting driving experiences with motorsports-inspired aerodynamics and styling, enhanced handling characteristics and unmatched agility.
- In the motorsports world, Nismo competes in the highest forms of GT and sports-car racing, such as Japan's Super GT Series and the World Endurance Championships (WEC), as well as providing engines to teams that compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the European Le Mans Series (ELMS).
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