Nissan Tiida
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| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Also called | Nissan Versa (North America) Nissan Latio (China) |
| Production | 2004–present |
| Assembly | Aguascalientes, Mexico |
| Predecessor | Nissan Pulsar Nissan Sunny Nissan Almera |
| Class | Compact |
| Body style | 4-door sedan 5-door hatchback 5-door station wagon 2-door coupé (for 2008) [1] |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Platform | Nissan B platform |
| Engine | 1.8 L I4 gasoline 1.6 L I4 gasoline 1.5 L I4 gasoline |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual 4-speed automatic CVT |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm (102.4 in) |
| Length | Hatchback: 4295 mm (169.1 in) Sedan: 4470 mm (176.0 in) |
| Width | 1695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1535 mm (60.4 in) |
| Related | Nissan Cube Nissan Micra Renault Clio |
| Similar | Honda Civic Mazda3 Toyota Corolla |
The Nissan Tiida is a compact car manufactured by Japanese automaker Nissan, replacing both the long-running Pulsar and the Sunny models as of September 30, 2004. Available in Australia and China as the Tiida it is also known in export markets as the Nissan Versa (North America) and Nissan Latio (Southeast Asia). The Tiida is based on the new global Nissan B platform with the wheelbase stretched.[citation needed] It is available in hatchback and sedan form.
Its styling was previewed with the Nissan C-Note show car a year before its launch. The models are characterized by being quite tall, a trend that resurfaced in the late 1990s. The range consists of a five-door hatchback and a four-door sedan called the Nissan Tiida Latio. In New Zealand there is an additional station wagon variant, based from the Nissan Wingroad.
In China, the Tiida is produced by the Dongfeng Motor Company, a joint venture between Nissan and a local company. It will arrive to some Eastern European countries in late 2007 to replace the Almera small family car. [2] The British version will be badged as the Versa.
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[edit] Engines
- There is a 1.5-litre straight-4 HR15DE gasoline engine version offered in Japan and Singapore.
- There is a 1.6-litre straight-4 HR16DE gasoline engine version offered in China and Thailand.
- There is a 1.8-litre straight-4 MR18DE gasoline engine version offered in Thailand and Australia.
[edit] Nissan Versa
In the United States and Canada, it went on sale in July 2006 as a 2007 model. North and Latin American models of the Tiida use a DOHC 1.8 L gasoline engine and is assembled at Nissan's Aguascalientes, Mexico assembly plant.
The Versa is Nissan current entry-level model in North America, while the Nissan Sentra, the previous entry-level model, moved upmarket with its latest redesign. The Versa models are manufactured in Aguascalientes, Mexico, unlike the Tiida models that are built in Japan.
The North American Versa debuted at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in January of the same year. The hatchback model was introduced first, with the sedan arriving later at the end of the year. Both vehicles are 2007 models. The Versa is powered by a 1.8 L I4 MR series engine producing 122 hp (91 kW) and 127 ft·lbf (170 N·m). Three transmissions will be offered: a 4-speed automatic, a continuously variable transmission, and a 6-speed manual. It is the only car in its class (in the North American market) to offer a six-speed manual transmission as standard equipment.
It is rumored that the 2008 model year may bring an SE or SE-R version with the 1.8 liter engine, making a little more power, an upgraded suspension, and ultra-low sulfur diesel engines. Nissan may also add the 3D navigation system as an option. Currently, the MSRP ranges from US$12,000 to $15,500.
Nissan has reported a Nismo-trim Versa will be available, including a sport suspension, more aggressive wheel and tire package, along with some distinguishing interior and exterior styling cues. Many Nissan accessories are available for the Tiida, but there is no word yet from the company when they will be brought to North America.
The Versa is listed as a mid-size car by the EPA. Sales have been limited by short supply, and many dealers are pre-selling and charging additional markups. 2,956 Versas were sold during the summer of 2006.
The Versa is the only car in its class with optional Bluetooth connectivity for electronic devices. Commercials for the Versa are parodies of the numerous Erectile Dysfunction pill advertisements like those of Levitra and Viagra. The Versa was subject to conspicuous product placement by Nissan on the NBC show Heroes.
[edit] Gallery
 Nissan Tiida |
 Nissan Versa sedan (USDM) |
[edit] External links
- (Japanese) Official Japanese Tiida site
- (Japanese) Official Japanese Tiida Latio site
- Official American site
- Official Canadian site
- Nissan Canada promotional site
- Official Singapore site
- Official Hong Kong site
- Official Australian site
- Official Chilean site
- Official Mexican site
- Official Thailand site
- Singapore Latio Club - Forum
- Official Taiwan Site
- Nissan Versa review at About.com Cars
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