Nissan Sunny amazes with its remarkable design, technology, and performance

MUSCAT: Nissan Sunny, with its modern, expressive design, fresh interiors and confidence-inspiring performance is much loved by its owners. The latest Sunny is an addition to the growing line-up of Nissan’s renewed sedan models and features a bold new look, advanced powertrains, and technology features. The new generation car builds on this solid foundation and reinforces Nissan’s presence in the increasingly popular B-Sedan segment that is loaded with technology and safety features not usually found in the segment.

A spokesperson for Nissan Oman, from the house of Suhail Bahwan Automobiles (SBA) said, “Its great design, smart technological upgrades and best-in-class spacious interiors make it a perfect car for customers looking for a sophisticated driving experience. The car continues to be a popular choice amongst customers in the segment because of its outstanding design, intelligent technology and remarkable performance.”

Expressive exterior

The fully upgraded model comes with an expressive exterior featuring Nissan’s V-motion grille and combines a spacious interior design with harmonious materials and colours to give a fresh and renewed feel to the car.

Lasting first impression

Design is also a key strategic advantage for the Sunny, as Nissan has reimagined the entry-level sedan with a design that leaves a lasting first impression and that owners can be proud to be seen in. The new design features lower, wider and longer exterior dimensions while retaining Sunny’s roomy interior space.

With its emotional design, large roominess and advanced Nissan Intelligent Mobility technology, Sunny brings a new level of style, excitement and refinement to entry-level buyers at a highly affordable price.

Confident driving experience

Safety and technology remain a top priority at Nissan, and the Sunny features Nissan Intelligent Mobility technology that helps provide front, side and rear safety monitoring and intervention technologies to enhance awareness on the road. This model also makes for an easier and more confident driving experience with seamless smartphone sync options and driver assist technology. This is bolstered by mechanical innovations including an advanced engine design, upgraded Xtronic transmission and an electric power steering system – all of which comes at a highly affordable price, making it ideal for entry-level buyers. The all-new model comes in three trim-levels, models - S (MT or Xtronic), SV (Xtronic) and the sporty SL (Xtronic). 

Dramatic stanch

Under Nissan's "Emotional Geometry" design language, Sunny adapts key elements – such as the V-motion grille, boomerang-shaped headlamps and tail lamps, kick-up C-pillars and floating roof. The result is an entry-level car that the designers describe as an energetic, provocative, and engaging modern compact sedan. The wheels are pushed out, there's an imposing grille presence, everything about it says lower, wider, longer.

The exterior dimensions are 3 mm longer and 45 mm wider (than the previous generation Sunny) – along with a 44 mm lower height. Contributing to the new Sunny's dramatic stanch are reduced gaps between the fenders and tires.  The new dimensions also help provide easy ingress and egress through all four doors. In addition, the new body offers a wider, more user-friendly trunk opening and 14.3 cubic feet of cargo space. Halogen headlamps with auto on/off feature are standard, with the Sunny SV and SL featuring LED low and high beam headlights, LED signature lamps and fog lights. Other available exterior features include heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals and body-colour exterior door handles and camera on SL grade.

Colour is another carefully considered element of the Sunny's appeal. Seven exterior colours help accent the sleek body design: Electric Blue Metallic, Brilliant Silver Metallic, Gun Metallic, Super Black, Scarlet Ember Tintcoat , Aspen White TriCoat and Radiant Red.

Sunny's interior also represents a reimagining of the previous generation design with signature elements found in Maxima and Altima – including the "Gliding Wing" instrument panel that expands the feel of the space through use of a light and sleek "wingspan." The effect of the design's spatial symmetry is an enhanced sense of togetherness. The horizontal architecture, open spaces and use of harmonious materials and colours add a fresh, up-level quality to the entire cabin.

Convenience features

Nissan Sunny features roomy 5-passenger interior with a comfortable rear seat with ample rear legroom and knee room. Its large interior volume of 88.9 cubic feet is matched with 14.3 cubic feet of trunk volume (split rear seat).

Other equipment, standard on SL grade and optional on SV, include a 7.0-inch colour display with touch screen capability (resistive type), Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and Streaming audio via Bluetooth®, 12-volt power outlet, three USB ports (two charge only), interface for iPod® and other compatible devices, Siri® Eyes Free and AM/FM audio system with 6 speakers.

Nissan Sunny also comes complete with a long list of standard convenience features, including front and rear power windows with driver's one-touch auto up/down, speed-sensing auto door locks, front map lights, front door map pockets with bottle holder, dual front and rear cupholders, and remote keyless entry with fobs

The Sunny SL grade adds Nissan’s Intelligent Key System with Push Button Ignition, Around View Monitor and, Cruise Control. Three interior colors are offered: Charcoal (S grade), Graphite Premium Cloth and Grey Premium Cloth (SV & SL grade).

Fuel economy

Standard on all three Sunny grade levels is a next generation 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine rated at 118 horsepower and a 149 Nm of torque – increases of 12 percent and seven percent respectively.

The new "Gen3" 16-valve DOHC HR16DE engine features a 10.4:1 compression ratio, spray-coated bore cylinder block, high thermal conductivity piston rings and sodium-filled exhaust valves. The advanced engine design, with its emphasis on enhanced fuel economy and emissions, also includes dual injector system that burns cleaner and uses less fuel than a conventional injector design, along with Twin CVTC (Continuously Variable valve Timing Control) on both intake and exhaust cycles.

The Sunny S is available with a choice of a 5-speed manual transmission or an enhanced Xtronic transmission – which is standard on Sunny SV and SL grades. The new, compact Xtronic transmission with sub-planetary gear features revised D-step Logic Control for improved shift feel and responsiveness (versus the previous generation design). The Xtronic's gear range is 20 percent wider than conventional continuously variable transmissions, helping improve both acceleration performance and fuel economy.

Along with its improved power and torque, the new Xtronic design is lighter and more fuel-efficient. Fuel economy for Xtronic-equipped models is rated at 19.3 km/L combined highway and city. With the 5-speed manual transmission, fuel economy rated at 17.1 km/L combined.

Body rigidity has also been enhanced (versus the previous generation) through a combination of structural modifications, increased thickness of select parts, and additional structural pieces. In addition, the electric power steering system features a high-rigidity shaft, up 30 percent from the previous design – providing a more responsive feel.

Braking is provided by standard power-assisted front disc/rear drum brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA). All grade levels include standard Hill Start Assist. 

Nissan Intelligent Mobility Safety Technology

Another area where the all-new Sunny stands out is with its available Nissan Intelligent Mobility technology. Standard on the SL grade are Intelligent Automatic Emergency Braking, Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, Intelligent Blind Spot Warning, and Intelligent Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

Safety features include driver and passenger airbags, standard LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system, child safety rear door locks, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System and Easy Fill Tire Alert System.

Book a Home Test Drive

Nissan Oman is extending a ‘book a home test drive’ service for its prospective customers. The service enables potential customers to schedule their test drive online as per their convenience. A home test drive can be booked simply by logging on to the official SBA Nissan Oman website on the link https://en.nissanoman.com/services/book-home-test-drive.html or through customer service toll free number 80050011. 

Awards for Nissan

In 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, Nissan was conferred with ‘Oman’s Most Trusted Brand’ award across categories including SUV, crossover, 4WD and mid-size  Nissan, considered a premium and trusted name in the market, was the only brand to have won the recognition for four times in a row in the automobile category. The award is instituted by Apex Press and Publishing.

SBA commitment

SBA is largely committed to supporting Nissan’s growth in the Sultanate through major emphasis on customer satisfaction and by providing world-class after-sales services in Oman. With a national network of 14 showrooms, 17 service centres and 24 spare parts outlets, SBA has further built upon its legacy of excellent customer service and providing value for money to each of its customers.

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After sales service

Every customer purchasing a Nissan vehicle can be assured of Nissan's top class after sales service, which guarantees the advantage of factory-trained experts.

Nissan's impressive vehicle line-up

Nissan has built up its reputation through innovative technology, and a broad product line-up.

For test drive options call Nissan Toll free 80050011. For more details on Nissan vehicles visit their new website: www.nissanoman.com 

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