Where is nissan dualis 2 made

The ST models can be ordered with foglights. Nissan claims a slight gain in fuel efficiency 0. Drag coefficient has been reduced from 0. Unlike Europe, there is no diesel option for Dualis Down Under As noted above, the Dualis II is available in front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

Nissan Australia admits the inclusion of the front-wheel drive model for the first series Dualis has greatly increased sales. The split is now over two-thirds in favour of the front-driver. The rest of the mechanicals are unchanged from the Series I Dualis. Check out our local launch review of the original Dualis for more details. As it should be -- Nissan claims over 80 per cent of Dualis buyers are new to the brand. The latest version also benefits from a tidied interior including redesigned, "cleaner" dash layout.

At Ti spec especially it puts to shame some much more expensive offerings. The Ti's leather seats feature smart contrasting double stitching and have heating control for front passengers.

In both models the rear side pews are slightly scalloped giving the Dualis a more luxurious cabin feel, compared to the flat versions sometimes offered in more robust SUVs like X-TRAIL. The Ti is made even more special with the standard-fit panoramic glass sunroof.

Many SUV models have dark interiors and combined with the wagon accommodation the effect can be 'cave-like' for rear passengers. The roof is a single piece, without mid-structure and it of course lets in a good dose of light.

Importantly in our climate there's a solid electric sliding sunshade. Euro equivalents often have a screen that still lets in too much sun in summer. Height has increased by 40mm over the five-seater Dualis, to mm. The added size means knee and headroom are more generous in the seven-seater, and the middle row -- with split fold -- can slide to create extra passenger space for rear occupants. It's a neat set-up. Nissan doesn't offer electric open and shut, however.

SAFETY -- Steady as she goes The Dualis comes with Nissan's Vehicle Dynamic Control stability control , traction control system, and anti-lock brake system incorporating brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution.

The all-wheel drive models come standard with 'Active Brake' limited slip diff. Front, side and full length curtain airbags come standard and we're pleased to see all three places in the middle row have headrests. Even the third row in the seven-seater incorporates two headrests for rearmost passengers. A revised roof spoiler further reduces aerodynamic drag and houses a third, high-level brake light.

A minor suspension re-tune has improved ride quality and road holding while two new exterior colours, Mineral Grey and Nightshade, join the six-colour palette. Now available in two specification levels, Dualis ST and Dualis Ti, the new models have also picked up several new features on top of the already generous kit list.

Dualis Ti models add leather upholstery, a six-CD tuner, dusk-sensing headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, front fog lamps and front heated seats to the list. Further in-cabin refinements include more extensive utilisation of sound deadening material on the vehicle's firewall to reduce engine NVH transfer and an acoustic windscreen to minimise wind noise.

The cabin also includes additional cubbyholes and storage compartments, including a passenger side under-seat tray on Dualis Ti, and a revised instrument cluster with two large dials flanking a large, central multi-function display providing clearer, easy-to-read vehicle information and trip computer readouts.

The longer, taller, more family-orientated Dualis boasts a substantial redesign that sees the car completely reshaped from the 'A' pillar back. Some 40mm higher and kg heavier, the larger vehicle shares the same 2. The roof has been elongated and restyled to offer more headroom up 10mm , while the top-hinged tailgate allows more load height to the cargo compartment. The rear doors are also slightly larger for easy entry and egress of third-row passengers. The cargo area, which totals litres with the seats flipped down, also has a slightly lower floor than the five-seat model to allow more room for baggage when in seven-seat mode.

A retractable cargo blind has its own storage compartment beneath the floor, while the second-row seats, which also have mm of longitudinal travel, can be split for even greater versatility. But those children have friends and they have grandparents, meaning that a family outing can now be undertaken in one car. In the performance stakes, Dualis Series II is a less than sparkling performer, but thanks to a slick six-speed gearbox is kept on the boil with relative ease.

The clutch is light and the gearbox action positive with close ratios making larger hills and overtaking an easy task. The CVT automatic transmission is equally capable, but does require a little prompting from the right foot before jumping back to the required ratio when extra effort is required.

The Dualis Series II is a cinch to drive and feels just as sure-footed as its predecessor. The ride is settled and quiet, with handling easily on par with any category rival and visibility excellent all-round thanks to the commanding driving position.

Steering is light, and although on-centre feel is a little numb, feedback does become more tactile and responsive as you turn-in to corners to offer an adequate level of road feel. Parking is a breeze but reversing sensors or rear view camera are not offered as standard equipment anywhere in the Dualis lineup can be installed as a dealer fitted accessory.

Stay tuned. Driver Technology. I really liked the Bluetooth so I could make business calls on the go. The Dualis was a five-star job for me. I have one big gripe: the built-in GPS is out of date. I have to use my phone or street directory. I refuse to put in an external GPS unit as I have a perfectly good one that only requires an upgrade. For the three years the Series II Dualis was available in Australia, Nissan sold more than 48, examples, with peak sales exceeding 13, in Front-drivers account for nearly nine out of 10 used listings and 70 per cent are automatics.

ST trim is the most common and hardest to find is the diesel TS. Vehicles with CVTs have roughly the same retained value as the manuals. For examples, the ASX model year 14 holds its value better than the Dualis but the ix35 trails the Nissan. Not all cars are created equal and some are better at keeping your furry friend safe and relaxed. More Australian drivers are doing this when applying for cheaper car insurance and risk not only having their claims rejected but being sued.

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