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Locally-produced Nissan Navara takes off with all-time high sales

vuyi on December 1, 2021

Renowned for its rugged redefined looks, robust capabilities, reliability, and versatility, the Navara is fast becoming one of the most respected models across the Nissan line-up.

Nissan South Africa has recently announced sales figures for the all-new Navara, which launched in the SA market in July. In just four months, vehicle sales have surpassed the previous (full) year’s sales, positioning the Navara as one of the best-selling 2021 vehicles in the 1ton pickup category.

“The success of the new Navara is mainly owed to two things, its value proposition and the fact that is it produced right here at home – made with the South African consumer top of mind”, said Charl Timms, Sales & Operations Director at Nissan South Africa.”

The new Nissan Navara offers customers good value for money, with low-running costs, competitive parts pricing, and a competitive fuel efficiency, strong aftersales services, all designed to help your business’s bottom line, while being rugged and tough enough to do the job right.

The vehicle comes with enhanced ride comfort, load-carrying capacity, and a powertrain selected specifically for the South African market.

“Currently, Nissan has a market share of 13.4%, which positions us right up to our target,” said Charl Timms, Sales & Operations Director at Nissan South Africa. In October, we completed the line-up with the launch of the Single Cab. Our customer base is very diverse, and this line-up is built to meet all their unique needs – whether it’s a workhorse for their business, family travels or off-road adventures,” Timms continued.

The Nissan Navara offers a reliable bakkie functionality with a premium drive and innovative safety features, which has contributed to its tremendous success.”

Nissan is projecting a steady growth in sales for the Navara range for the next six months, which has potential to significantly grow once the plant is in production at full capacity.

“We are incredibly proud to have provided our South African consumers with a vehicle that that is built right here at home and will be part of the country’s legacy, but the premium quality of the vehicle also speaks for itself,” Timms concluded.

Nissan rounds off Navara line-up with launch of Single Cab models

vuyi on October 13, 2021

Renowned for its rugged redefined looks, robust capabilities, reliability and versatility, the Navara is one of the most strikingly handsome bakkies on the South African market.

Following the launch of the South African produced and all-new Navara Nissan Double Cab in June this year, Nissan has announced it will round out the range with the launch of the Navara Single Cabs. The Single Cab Navara pickup goes on sale locally on 11 October 2021.

“The Single Cab comes with an impressive list of best-in-class features that make it the perfect partner to get the job done right. said Stefan Haasbroek, Marketing Director at Nissan South Africa. “It also offers high levels of safety and security from entry grades, including driver and passenger airbags standard as well as ABS and Electronic Brake-force Distribution.”

Power and Performance

The new Navara Single Cab 2.5l D0HC Petrol Engine (XE grade) has a maximum power of 118 kW and 233Nm torque. The 2.5l Diesel power train comes in two levels of output. The high output engine delivers 140kW of power and 450Nm torque.

The mid-output (XE and SE Grades), has a 2.5 litre dual overhead camshafts with direct injection, turbocharged with intercooler diesel engine producing 120kw of power and 403Nm torque.

Those using the vehicle as a workhorse will be pleased to learn that the incoming Navara features a top-class load capacity of up to 1144kg.

Haasbroek adds, “The Navara Single Cab is built on over 85 years of heritage, which will uphold our reputation of reliable and durable light commercial vehicles.”

The Nissan Navara Single Cab comes standard with a warranty of 6 years 150, 000 km, and a service plan of 6 years 90 000 km, making it the best-in-class aftersales support.

Pricing is as follows:

NAVARA SINGLE CAB – 2WD	Incl VAT	Excl VAT
NAVARA 2.5 Petrol XE MT SC	316 700.00	275 391.30
NAVARA 2.5D XE MT SC	355 700.00	309 304.35
NAVARA 2.5D SE MT SC	430 700.00	374 521.74
NAVARA 2.5D LE MT SC	461 700.00	401 478.26
NAVARA SINGLE CAB – 4WD
NAVARA 2.5D 4×4 SE MT SC	496 700.00	431 913.04
NAVARA 2.5D 4×4 LE MT SC	534 000.00	464 347.83

Zulu language preference now available on Waze

vuyi on June 25, 2021

The first turn-by-turn voice navigation that speaks Mzansi’s languages is now available

Nissan South Africa alongside TBWA Hunt Lascaris has launched a disruptive brand campaign, Shwii by Nissan, which currently enables South Africans to use Zulu and local slang vocal commands compatible with Waze.

“Shwii by Nissan is made with South Africans in mind. We are driving the local conversation on inclusivity, combined with smart technology by putting our local languages on the map.” said Stefan Haasbroek, Marketing Director at Nissan South Africa.

Shwii by Nissan is made with South Africans in mind.
– Stefan Haasbroek, Marketing Director at Nissan South Africa

Nissan identified a local and cultural need to provide a solution most relevant to the South African market, combining it with existing Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM) technology. NIM technology is designed to keep you safe while on the road and Waze behaves similarly, with voice commands designed to keep you safe whilst navigating on the road.

One of the reasons behind this campaign, is to put our local languages on the map.
– STEFAN HAASBROEK, MARKETING DIRECTOR AT NISSAN SOUTH AFRICA

“When you speak to someone in their home language, they can understand and respond in time by reacting accordingly to any obstacle or potential danger around them and that was one of the reasons behind this campaign, to put our local languages on the map” said Nokwe Ndwandwe, Brand Manager at Nissan South Africa.

The campaign taps into the gap within voice navigation technology and the importance of language, which shapes our culture. While dozens of languages are available on apps like Waze, Zulu – spoken by roughly 16 million people mostly in South Africa – was missing. With isiZulu and local Mzansi slang as the brand new set of vocals, Nissan is fostering an environment of inclusivity – both inside and outside the car.

More local South African languages will be coming soon on the Waze platform courtesy of Shwii by Nissan.

Nissan prepared for growing its manufacturing footprint in Africa

vuyi on June 9, 2021

12 Ghanaian technicians have graduated from Nissan’s plant, and are ready to spearhead the launch of Nissan’s assembly plant in their own country.

12 Ghanaian technicians have graduated from Nissan’s plant, and are ready to spearhead the launch of Nissan’s assembly plant in their own country.

Over the last 12 weeks the graduates have learnt the finer points of how to assemble the Japanese automaker’s legendary Navara, which is currently being built in Africa at the Rosslyn plant in South Africa. The new locally manufactured Navara is expected to start rolling off the assembly lines from the end of June 2021 and will be on sale across African markets in the months that follow.

The production of a vehicle is intricate, so the training course we have been offering will not be the end of our work in supporting the Ghanaian team’s capabilities
– Shafick Solomons, Plant Director

The comprehensive training programme course has equipped the trainees with the ability to assemble the new Nissan Navara as well as learn the principles of the Nissan Production Way. This is to ensure that the numerous quality control measures are enforced and allow them to help train the next generation of Ghanaian engineers to assembly these vehicles in their home country.

“The production of a vehicle is intricate, so the training course we have been offering will not be the end of our work in supporting the Ghanaian team’s capabilities,” says Shafick Solomons, Plant Director

“It’s one of the many steps we are taking to support a sustainable relationship between South Africa and Ghana going forward. We will continue to share resources and knowledge, as well as training to make sure that the Ghanaian team is as agile and efficient as any team in the rest of the world all working towards and adhering to Nissan’s global production standard, the Nissan Production Way.”

The preparation for the Ghana Assembly plant follows Nissan’s ground-breaking Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Ghana that was signed during the initial stages of working towards the Ghana Automotive Development policy.

“This is a wonderful moment for us as a global company with incredible African roots,” says Mike Whitfield, Managing Director of Nissan. “We set out to build a vehicle in Africa for Africa by Africans with the Navara, which we are about to achieve from our Nissan South African plant.

“Now we are laying the groundwork to do just that in Ghana, as we help the people and government of Ghana begin to realise their dream of creating a Sustainable Automotive Industry in their country.

Nissan and Japan Motors support the Ghana Automotive Development Policy, which is why we want to do our part in creating jobs and stimulating African economies.
– Salem Kalmoni, Managing Director Japan Motors.

“We have always said that we wanted to work with countries on the continent who want to partner with us in this regard. We were the first movers in Nigeria and we are looking at other countries in Africa where there is similar potential, which is both exciting and timely as we emerge from the economic ravages of the COVID 19 pandemic.”

The Navara production facility is in Accra, the capital of Ghana, and will be 100% Ghanaian operated by the Japan Motors Trading Company (JMTC), which invested US $3 million into its construction, following Ghana’s drafting of its automotive development policy to encourage investment in the sector.

“Nissan and Japan Motors support the Ghana Automotive Development Policy, which is why we want to do our part in creating jobs and stimulating African economies. We both want to create a new future for the sector, and change the lives of the people who build, test and drive these vehicles,” says Salem Kalmoni, Managing Director Japan Motors.

Orders now open for the new Nissan Navara

vuyi on May 7, 2021

Nissan new and exciting range of locally produced Navara models is priced competitively enough to suit just about everyone on the market for a bakkie.

Orders are now open for the new, locally-produced Nissan Navara, set to roll off of the production line at Nissan’s Rosslyn plant in June 2021. With prices starting at R311 000 for the Navara 2.5 Petrol XE SC, and R474 000 for the Navara 2.5D SE MT DC, the modernised line-up is well-positioned to compete in most of the 1ton pickup segments, according to Stefan Haasbroek, Marketing Director at Nissan South Africa.

In the South African context, the Navara is renowned for its Rugged Redefined looks, robust capabilities, reliability, and versatility, making it one of the most respected and anticipated models across the Nissan line-up and around the world.

We are confident that the technical changes in the all-new Navara will deliver the ultimate customer experience
– Stefan Haasbroek, Marketing Director at Nissan South Africa

“With the introduction of the all-new Navara pickup in South Africa, we are confident that the significant technical changes implemented across our extensive line-up, will deliver the ultimate customer experience, with enhanced ride comfort, load carrying capacity, and a powertrain selected specifically for the South African market,” says Haasbroek.

“It’s an amazing achievement to see the full set of exciting models for the next generation Navara which offer customers a choice of both single, and double-cab, 2WD and 4WD options, and a choice of automatic and manual transmissions too,” Haasbroek said. “This is a fiercely competitive segment, and we are determined to meet and exceed customer needs,” he added.

“This is a fiercely competitive segment, and we are determined to meet and exceed customer needs.
– STEFAN HAASBROEK, MARKETING DIRECTOR AT NISSAN SOUTH AFRICA

Tough 4X4 power for difficult terrain

Choose 2WD for maximum efficiency, or shift to 4WD (4H) at speeds up to 100km/h with the Navara’s shift-on-the-fly 4×4 gearbox. Achieve maximum performance as Nissan’s 4H constantly monitors conditions and adjusts the balance of power between the front and rear axles to maintain traction, while the Active Brake Limited Slip Differential system (ABLS) manages power delivery and wheel braking between the front and rear axles and between the left and right of the vehicle, depending on traction and speed. New Navara drivers also have the option to select low range 4WD (4LO) for difficult terrain.

The Navara line-up also features additional safety technology through Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM),
– STEFAN HAASBROEK, MARKETING DIRECTOR AT NISSAN SOUTH AFRICA

Giving you a bigger and more balanced payload

And if that’s not enough space, and you need to bring the off-road bikes on a trailer too, then new Navara’s Trailer Sway Control (TSC) system, with yaw-rate-monitoring can detect the trailer’s self-oscillation, while the Vehicle Dynamic Control system (VDC) enables it to handle the brake pressure of the trailer to reduce self-oscillation.

A vehicle to delight and empower our customers

“The Navara line-up also features additional safety technology through Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM), and offers a host of cabin features including an 8” touch screen with NissanConnect, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay all to delight and empower our customers,” said Haasbroek.

With its bold masculine design, the new Nissan Navara offers customers good value-for-money, has low running costs, competitive parts pricing, and competitive fuel efficiency, strong aftersales service, all designed to help your business’s bottom line, while being rugged and tough enough to do the job right, minimising downtime, and maximising uptime.

Pricing for the 2021 Nissan Navara range is as follows:

NAVARA 2WD – DOUBLE CAB

2.5D SE 4X2 MT DC: R474,000

2.5D SE 4X2 AT DC R498,000

2.5D SE Plus 4X2 MT DC: R505,000

2.5D SE Plus 4X2 AT DC: 528,000

2.5D LE 4X2 AT DC: R606,000

2.5D PRO-2X 4X2 AT DC: 686,000

NAVARA 4WD – DOUBLE CAB

2.5D SE 4X4 MT DC: R552,000

2.5D SE Plus 4X4 MT DC: R580,000

2.5D LE 4X4 MT DC: R660,000

2.5D LE 4X4 AT DC: R677,000

2.5D PRO-4X 4X4 AT DC: R740,000

NAVARA 2WD – SINGLE CAB

2.5 Petrol XE 4X2 MT SC: R311,000

2.5D XE 4X2 MT SC: R350,000

2.5D SE 4X2 MT SC: R426,000

2.5D LE 4X2 MT SC: R456,000

NAVARA 4WD – SINGLE CAB

2.5D 4X4 SE MT SC: R492,000

2.5D 4X4 LE MT SC: R527,000

All models comes standard with a six-year/90,000km service plan and six-year/150,000km warranty.

WATCH: Nissan Magnite driving

vuyi on April 23, 2021

The much anticipated Nissan Magnite, a compact SUV is now available in South Africa.

With high strength and impact absorbing efficient body structure, the Magnite is equipped with safety features such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), speed sensing door lock, central locking and SRS dual airbag system with pretension and load limiter seatbelt for driver and passenger.

We are excited to finally have the Nissan Magnite on our South African shores and we cannot wait for you to experience it for yourself
– Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director

The Nissan Magnite Recommended Retail Price (RRP) and line-up are as follows:

Acenta MT = R256 999
Acenta CVT = R280 100
Acenta Plus MT = R282 600
Acenta Plus CVT = R305 700

Service Plan: 3yr/30000 kms (3 services) and warranty 6 year/150 000km

WATCH: Nissan Magnite Styling

vuyi on April 22, 2021

We are excited to finally have the Nissan Magnite on our South African shores and we cannot wait for you to experience it for yourself
– Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director

Built for those who take charge of every journey, the Nissan Magnite has the sleekest headlamps assembled in its class with light saber-style turn indicators, while its L-shape LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and dominating front grille is unlike any other design in the B-SUV segment.

A first in its segment, the all-new Nissan Magnite is also equipped with one of Nissan’s top support technology, the Around View Monitor (AVM), which gives the driver a virtual bird’s eye view from above the vehicle.

The Nissan Magnite Recommended Retail Price (RRP) and line-up are as follows:

Acenta MT = R256 999
Acenta CVT = R280 100
Acenta Plus MT = R282 600
Acenta Plus CVT = R305 700

Service Plan: 3yr/30000 kms (3 services) and warranty 6 year/150 000km

WATCH: Nissan Magnite launch

vuyi on April 20, 2021

The much anticipated Nissan Magnite, a compact SUV is now available in South Africa.

The Nissan Magnite comes with numerous first-in-class and best-in-segment features that will provide customers with a differentiated, innovative, and accessible experience.

We are excited to finally have the Nissan Magnite on our South African shores and we cannot wait for you to experience it for yourself
– Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director

The Nissan Magnite Recommended Retail Price (RRP) and line-up are as follows:

Acenta MT = R256 999
Acenta CVT = R280 100
Acenta Plus MT = R282 600
Acenta Plus CVT = R305 700

Service Plan: 3yr/30000 kms (3 services) and warranty 6 year/150 000km

WATCH: Cute toddlers weigh in on the new Nissan Patrol

vuyi on April 7, 2021

“Engineered with the latest intelligent mobility technologies, the new Patrol will give its drivers and passengers a luxurious drive”
– Kabelo Rabotho, Director of Marketing at Nissan South Africa

Also read: https://heelsandhorsepowermag.com/new-on-the-tarmac-meet-the-lavish-new-nissan-patrol/

The new Nissan Patrol is priced from R1 571 700

New on the Tarmac: Meet the lavish new Nissan Patrol

vuyi on April 7, 2021

If you are a regular in cattle class, your world is turned upside down when you fly First Class or Business Class.

If you are a regular in cattle class, your world is turned upside down when you fly First Class or Business Class. As you stroll down the aisle you are met by the sight of the aircraft’s voluminous cabin, copious leather recliners and best of all semi-deserted interior. You feel a like a world-class celebrity!

Similar to flying in the lap of luxury, the latest Nissan Patrol is the epitome of advanced technology and unrivalled opulence, taking you to your destination in style, privacy and comfort.

The legendary vehicle is one of Nissan’s most cherished models with sophisticated technology as well as a long and proud heritage
– Kabelo Rabotho, Director of Marketing at Nissan South Africa

An unmatched icon, Nissan’s flagship 4×4 exhibits a striking new design whilst retaining exceptional off-road capabilities and class-leading power, thanks to is massive 5.6L V8 engine.

This class-leading engine boasts 298kW of power, and an exceptional 560Nm of torque, effortlessly taking you where others only dream about.

“Engineered with the latest intelligent mobility technologies, the new Patrol will give its drivers and passengers a luxurious drive,” said Kabelo Rabotho, Director of Marketing at Nissan South Africa. “The legendary vehicle is one of Nissan’s most cherished models with sophisticated technology as well as a long and proud heritage. We’re confident the new model will provide drivers with unrivalled luxury.”

Unmistakable Prestige, Inside and Out

Signature design changes for the new Patrol include Nissan’s V-motion grille, with new boomerang-shaped LED headlights.

To the rear, the Patrol’s new taillights also sport the boomerang shape, seamlessly integrated along with a large chrome nameplate and sequential rear turn indicators. Machine-cut 18” alloy wheels add to the Patrol’s formidable presence.

Attention to detail and luxury means a truly first-class travel experience for all. Inside, the class-leading interior space sports a 13-speaker Bose premium sound system, a multi-screen DVD entertainment system, 8” rear seat entertainment, independent wireless headphones and remote-enabled passenger vehicle infotainment. Allowing all passengers to enjoy the ride.

The new Nissan Patrol puts control at your fingertips with an 8” colour touch information screen, Bluetooth® hands free and audio streaming, climate control, Intelligent Key® with push button start and remote keyless entry – all helping you to get to your destination in a way that’s connected and effortless.

New diamond-stitch quilted leather seats with added padding provide a luxurious feel, as does the new hand-stitched steering wheel. In addition, climate control and powered lumbar support are available for the front seats.

Advanced Safety Capabilities

The Nissan Patrol comes with Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection and the Intelligent Forward Collision Warning system that warns the driver of risks that lie beyond the driver’s forward field of vision.

The advanced radar system does not only sense the relative velocity and distance of a vehicle directly ahead, but also that of a vehicle travelling in front of the preceding one. Also included is standard Intelligent Cruise Control and Intelligent Driver Alert, which analyses the driver steering behaviour to signal and alert if signs of drowsiness, or inattention are detected.

Responsive braking is provided by a 4-wheel disc brake system with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. Also standard is 4-wheel limited-slip diff (LSD) and a Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system, which automatically prevents the vehicle from sliding sideways on slippery road surfaces when changing lanes or negotiating a curve.

Starting price R1 571 700

New on the Tarmac: Meet the delightfully upgraded Nissan X-Trail

vuyi on March 23, 2021

Nissan has launched an update to the X-Trail range which features a sophisticated Nissan Connect Infotainment system

Nissan has launched an update to the X-Trail range, which features a sophisticated Nissan Connect Infotainment system, an in-vehicle technology suite combining connectivity and entertainment to enhance the Nissan Intelligent Mobility offering.

The Nissan X-Trail is one of the world’s bestselling SUV’s
– Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director.

Designed to reduce distractions and enhance convenience, the Nissan Connect infotainment system featured in the X-Trail integrates ways to stay in touch within a single dash-mounted system. This intuitive system helps every drive go smoother by pointing you exactly where you need to go while keeping you connected for each kilometer of the journey.

“The Nissan X-Trail is one of the world’s bestselling SUV’s, a key vehicle in the Nissan family and a favourite among South African customers. We are constantly creating technology that amps up adventure and elevates the driving experience of our customers with ease and convenience. The Nissan Connect is a system that will provide drivers with an enhanced in-vehicle digital experience and enhanced connectivity. We are excited that these upgrades are now available to the South African market,” said Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director.

The system allows you to connect your smartphone to the 7’Inch display audio touch screen through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. While you take to the wheel, the new Nissan connect system allows you to access various applications such as google maps and online music streaming services ensuring you reach your destination comfortably.

Additional to the Nissan Connect system the X-Trail is now available with key enhancements added to the Acenta (Mid) & Tekna (High) grade:

-LED headlights

-Reverse camera

-Push start button

-Keyless entry with sensor-controlled power tailgate

Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM)

The X-Trail stays true to the ethos of Nissan Intelligent Mobility with technology designed to make every journey as seamless and effortless as possible. NIM features available on the Tekna (High) grade include:

The Nissan Connect is a system that will provide drivers with an enhanced in-vehicle digital experience and enhanced connectivity

Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention– alerts the driver to the presence of vehicles in blind spots diagonally behind the car.
Intelligent Lane Intervention– alerts the driver when it detects that the X-Trail is straying from its lane.
Intelligent Cross Traffic Alert – when backing out of a parking space, this feature can detect and warn the driver of vehicles that are approaching behind the X-Trail.
Intelligent Emergency Braking – uses radar technology to keep an eye on your speed and proximity to the vehicle in front of you and will alert the driver before engaging the brakes.
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning – helps alert drivers of an impending collision with a slower moving or stationary car.
Intelligent Auto Headlights – automatically changes between high and low beams when it detects oncoming vehicles at night.
Intelligent Around View Monitor with moving object detection – a support technology that assists drivers to park more easily by providing a better understanding of the vehicle’s surroundings, giving the driver a 360 bird’s eye view.

The Nissan X-Trail is available in South Africa from March 2021.

Recommended Retail Pricing:

X-TRAIL 2.0 VISIA 7S R462 000
X-TRAIL 2.5 Acenta CVT 4WD R508 900
X-TRAIL 2.5 Acenta CVT 4WD 7s R513 900
X-TRAIL 1.6 dci Tekna 4WD R585 900
X-TRAIL 2.5 Tekna CVT 4WD 7s R599 900

Recommended Retail Price includes 3yr/90,000 km Service Plan and 6yr/150,000km warranty.

WATCH the media presentation of the new Nissan Navara

vuyi on November 18, 2020

The award-winning Navara is now ruggedly bolder and more exciting than its predecessor and is available with a host of new design and technological upgrades.

Renowned for its tough looks, robust capabilities; reliability and versatility, the new Navara, remains a reliable partner for everyday drives and is suited for motorists going on adventurous journeys or performing heavy duty, labour-intensive jobs.