MOTHER TRUCKER - NISSAN NAVARA LAUNCH!!!!

NAVARA AT THE MALAYSIA

Nissan Navara with 174 PS launched in Malaysia! - follow the link for full information on prices, specifications and photos!

Edaran Tan Chong Motors Sdn Bhd will be launching the Nissan Navara before the end of the year, and the new pick-up truck will be a fully imported CBU model, revealed its executive director Datuk Dr Ang Bon Beng in a report by Bernama.

There are also on-going talks with Nissan for more fuel efficient compacts to be brought in. This likely means moving downmarket and offering cars

smaller than the Latio such as the Nissan Pino, Nissan Note, and Nissan Moco (rebadged Suzuki MR Wagon).

NAVARA AT THE WORLD

In the UK the current Navara has been the market leader for a number of years with the largest bed space and a market leading 174 bhp (169 bhp on post September '06 vehicles with the introduction of the Euro IV compliant engine). With its four spec's the S, SE, Outlaw and Aventura the Navara has the ability to cover all market areas from workhorse to executive plaything. The Aventura comes with all the toys you would expect on a modern luxury car, leather Upholstery, Dual Zone Climate Control, 6 CD/MP3 changer and satellite navigation as standard.

In Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, the D40 Navara has a few differences from the UK versions. There are 2 engines available, the popular common-rail 2.5 liter Turbo-charged Diesel engine and the V-6 petrol. The Diesel engine in 4WD models produces 128 kW (172 hp) at 4000 rpm and 403 N·m (297 lb·ft) at 2000 rpm, with the 2WD models producing slightly less at 106 kW (142 hp) at 4000 rpm and 356 N·m (263 lb·ft) at 2000 rpm. The high-powered V-6 a breath-taking 198 kW (266 hp) at 5600 rpm of power and 385 N·m (284 lb·ft) at 4000 rpm of torque. Both engines come with a standard 5 speed Automatic, with a 6 speed manual available for the Diesel. These models are not a luxury as the UK versions and do not have leather, climate control and satellite navigation system.

The 2008 model of the Navara was launched on July 2nd. Although the same truck underneath, the Navara now has a new style of alloy wheels, bluetooth as standard, side work lights and indicators on wing mirrors.

The 2008 Single Cab became available in Thailand since March 6th. The 2.5 engine reduces the torque down from 356 N·m (263 ft·lbf) to 294 N·m (217 ft·lbf) @ 2,000 rpm. Using 15" wheels and exclusively reserved modified chassis. Power steering is standard, also available electric mirrors and central locking as optional extra. Nissan planned to sell the single cab and began to export worldwide at the same month. But because of its retail prices, so Nissan still selling D22 pickups with minor updates for cheaper choice along with.

The Nissan Navara Double Cab became available in Malaysia on November 5, 2008. It is available with a 2.5L diesel engine producing 128 kW (172 hp) and 403 N·m (297 ft·lbf), only with a 5-speed automatic. The D22 series Nissan Frontier remains on sale in Malaysia with a manual transmission.





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Awards & Accolades & Country
2006 Consumer Digest’s Best Buy- US
4×4 Sport Nature Award 2006- France
2006 Van of The Year Argus Trophy- France
VUL de l’annee- France
Off Road Award 2006 (Pick-Up of the Year)- Germany
Off-Road Award 2007 (Pick-Up of the Year)- Germany
Auto Bild Allrad Award “Pick-Up of the year 2006″- Germany
Best Pick-up 2005 (Fleet World)- UK
Pick-up of The Year Award 2006/2007 ( 4X4 magazine)- UK
Used Double Cab of The Year 2007 (4×4 and MPV driver)- UK
Lifestyle Pick-up of The Year 2007/2008 (4X4 magazine)- UK
Ute of The Year 2006- Australia
2006 Double Cab of The Year- South Africa
Best Bakkie 2007- South Africa
Navara Pick-up of The Year 2006/2007 (Todo Terreno Magazine)- Spain
Navara Pick-up of The Year 2008 (Todo Terreno Magazine) - Spain
Pick-up of The Year 2006- Belgium
4×4 Vehicle of The Year 2007- Czech Republic
Car of The Year 2006/2007/2008- Russia
4WD Internationales 2006 - Austria
Car of The Year 2006 Pick-up Segment - New Zealand
Turkey’s The Most Approved Pick-up in 2008 ( Hurriyet Otobil competition) - Turkey
The Best Off-Road Vehicles of 2007 - Poland
Best Pick Up 4WD under 2500CC of Grand Prix Group 2008 - Thailand





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2009 Nissan Murano: Safety Incarnate

Submitted by AnthonyF

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety conducts tests on new vehicles so as to be able to find out which among the lot come with the best safety features which could really protect passengers. Results of crash tests would be announced by the IIHS so that consumers would be guided on their purchase of vehicles.

As per the recent tests done by the IIHS, the 2009 Nissan Murano took the top spot among nine other midsized SUVs with four doors. And with that performance, it was awarded the Top Safety Pick award. The vehicles had to go through front tests, side tests, and rear tests and they were aptly graded.

The worst 2008 models did show just what they could not do. For side tests, three 2008 models reflected how poor they could get during side crashes. The three were comprised of the Jeep Liberty, the Kia Sorento, and the four-door Jeep Wrangler. Among the three, the lowest grades went to the Kia Sorento.

They were not exceptional but good ratings are good ratings, especially if you have poor performers with you. For side tests and front crashes, the IIHS was able to find out that good ratings were what the Mazda CX7 and the Mazda CX9 deserved. The Mitsubishi Endeavor also earned good ratings. These three vehicles may have joined the 2009 Nissan Murano in the spotlight however they had low ratings during rear tests. The three were unable to protect passengers well against neck injury which often happens during crashes from the rear. For that, the Mazda CX7 and CX9 only earned marginal ratings while the Mitsubishi Endeavor took home a poor rating.

Joe Nolan is the IIHS’ senior vice president on the results he disclosed, “Combined with test results released last year, consumers now have 9 midsize, moderately priced SUV models that earn our Top Safety Pick designation. More good news is that manufacturers have been moving quickly to add safety features like stability control and side airbags to their SUV models. All of the SUVs in this group have ESC, and all but the Wrangler have standard side airbags. Increasingly, consumers are getting the latest safety equipment without having to hunt through a list of options.”

What took the 2009 Nissan Murano to the top? Well, Nissan sure did spruce up the vehicle so that it does not only look and perform well but so much so that it also protects well. This new version comes with the electronic stability control as a standard feature. It can be upgraded with nifty products cargo-logic series cargo liner to protect the floor but what is important are the seat belts and the air bags which protect the passengers best.

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