Nissan launch five new models

Nissan have launched five new models onto the Irish market, writes Trish Whelan.

First up is the new Micra DIG-S (pictured above) which builds on the existing Micra that recently celebrated a landmark 30th year in the Irish marketplace.

It comes fitted with a Direct Injection Gasoline Supercharged 1.2 engine, has reduced emissions from 115g/km C02 to 99g/km while power increases to 98hp, up from 80hp. This version is priced at €15,095.

The Juke N-Tec is offered with three engines, 1.5 diesel, 1.6 petrol and 1.6 DIG-T at the top of the range. This version offers the latest Nissan Connect navigation system which incorporates features including up to date weather forecasts and flight information. Safety features include a motorway 'exist view' complete with lane guidance to help when leaving highways. There's also a reversing camera, front fog lights, leather trimmed steering wheel and gear level knob, automatic climate control and audio with Bluetooth compatibility and USB port. Prices start from €21,495.

Juke N-Tec

The Qashqai range has also been upgraded. The SV has been improved to the SV+ with 18-inch alloys and silver roof rails as standard. prices start from €25,245 which is €800 less than the SV model it replaces. The new Qashqai 360 boasts Around View Monitor, an advanced camera system that gives the driver a 360 degree bird's eye view of their parking area. Standard equipment includes a panoramic glass roof, piano black roof rails and privacy glass. Prices start from €26,745.

Nissan will launch a range of new sports models, starting with the Juke Nismo with a 1.6 DIF-T engine developing 200hp. It is available in manual 2WD and All Mode 4x4i CVT. The 2WD can go from 0-100km/h in 7.8 seconds. Nismo delivers high performance without high fuel consumption. Pricing for the 2WD is set at €29,675 and €33,375 for the All Mode 4x4i.