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Nissan Pathfinder Lineup Expands with Tough Rock Creek Trim

Nissan unveiled the all-new Pathfinder just one year ago, but the brand is already adding even more appeal to this rugged SUV. The 2023 Pathfinder Rock Creek trim joins the lineup, offering a more capable, off-roading version of the popular vehicle.

“The 2022 Pathfinder was all about a ‘return to rugged,’ and the Pathfinder Rock Creek takes that spirit even further,” said Michael Colleran, senior vice president of Nissan U.S. Marketing and Sales.

New features that you’ll find on the Pathfinder Rock Creek model are both functional and aesthetic. In terms of appearance, the Rock Creek trim comes with:

An exclusive front fascia with a dark V-motion grille and mesh insert
Rock Creek exterior badging
Leatherette and fabric seats with Rock Creek embroidery
Orange contrast stitching on the seats, steering wheel, centre console, instrument panel, and door panels

But, as mentioned, it’s not just about changing the looks of the Pathfinder. More functional amenities on the new Rock Creek trim include:

An off-road tuned suspension with a 16mm lift
18-inch beadlock-style wheels with all-terrain tires
A tubular roof rack with a 100kg load capacity
The Intelligent Around View® Monitor with Off-Road Mode

The new 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek is expected to go on sale later this summer. Contact our team at Nissan Downtown in Toronto, Ontario, for more details.

Nissan Versa Wins “Best Car for the Money” Honour

Every year, U.S. News & World Report releases its “Best Cars for the Money” list, comprised of vehicles across various segments. This year, the Nissan Versa was named the top choice in the Subcompact Cat category.

“It’s getting more and more difficult to find a quality subcompact car, but the Nissan Versa delivers all of the attributes needed to win our Best Subcompact Car for the Money award,” said Jim Sharifi, managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars. “The Versa sits at the top of our rankings, with great fuel economy, ample cargo space and a well-built interior. It’s also competitively priced, and low ownership costs make the Versa a strong value over the long haul.”

This is the second time the Versa has been named the best by U.S. News thanks to its outstanding ownership experience and overall value. Starting at just $16,798, the 2022 Versa is equipped with the most standard safety technology in its class. Not to mention, you can expect to get fuel ratings as low as 6.7 L/100 km combined — thus saving you money at the gas pump, too.[2]

Other than the hard facts, U.S. News turns to companies like TrueCar and Vincentric for data on cost of ownership as well as reviews from the automotive press. But you don’t have to take their word for it. You can experience the true value of the 2022 Nissan Versa for yourself by contacting our team at Nissan Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

[1] Price not available in Quebec. Price represents the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Price excludes environmental excise fees (where applicable), freight, PDE, air and tire levies, license, registration, insurance, duties, and applicable taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Equipment, specifications and price are subject to change without notice.

[2] Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions — use for comparison only.

2022 Nissan Rogue Updates Include Brand New Engine Choice

The Nissan Rogue got a major update when it debuted for the 2021 model year, but that doesn’t mean Nissan is resting on its laurels when it comes to the 2022 Rogue. Nissan’s newest iteration of the popular crossover is back, and it’s looking better than ever.

The biggest update to the 2022 Nissan Rogue is the introduction of the new available 1.5-litre, three-cylinder VC-Turbo engine. This engine is designed to improve the Rogue’s acceleration while also helping it achieve better fuel efficiency and lower emissions. The engine boasts 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque, which is an 11% and 24% increase, respectively, over the outgoing engine.

The VC-Turbo engine is paired to a new generation Xtronic transmission that has a 17 percent wider gear ratio and 32 percent lower friction than its predecessor. Working together, the powertrain can achieve 7.6 L/100 km combined with available all-wheel drive.[1]

The 1.5-liter engine is available on SV, SL, and Platinum models, while S models get a 2.5-liter engine with 181 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue is available now. If you’d like to schedule a test drive, contact our team at Nissan Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

[1] Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only.

Nissan Maxima® Puts Families and Young Drivers First

Having a reliable, safe vehicle for your family takes some of the stress out of everyday life. The Nissan Maxima® was named one of the Best Large Cars for Families in 2021 by U.S. News for its outstanding safety ratings, sporty exterior, and easy-to-use infotainment system.

The 2021 Maxima® received a perfect five-star rating from the NHTSA as well as the coveted Top Safety Pick+ designation from the IIHS. That should come as no surprise, as the base trim of the Maxima® is packed with helpful driver-assist systems. Right from the start, the family sedan is equipped with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Intelligent Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Intelligent Cruise Control, and Intelligent Forward Collision Warning.

In addition to being great for families, the Maxima® was also dubbed one of the Best Cars for Young Drivers in 2021 by U.S. News. The publication praised the car for its user-friendly infotainment tech, including smartphone connectivity, a Wi-Fi® hotspot, two USB ports, and an 8-inch touch screen. The aforementioned safety features also played a part in making the Maxima® an ideal vehicle for younger or new drivers.

If you’re interested in experiencing the advanced systems in the 2021 Nissan Maxima®, feel free to contact us at Nissan Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

2022 Nissan LEAF Goes on Sale with Much Lower Starting Price

Since its debut in 2010, the Nissan LEAF has impressed many due to its all-electric powertrain that was way ahead of its time. Owning an EV is easier and more affordable than ever. The 2022 Nissan LEAF’s starting price has gone down by nearly $7,000 to just $37,498 — making it an incredible value and a great EV for first-time buyers.

“Nissan was the first automaker with a globally-available mass-market electric vehicle and we’re continuing in the tradition of making electric vehicles available to everyone,” said Ken Hearn, Director of Marketing at Nissan Canada. “With the amount of technology that LEAF offers, combined with new pricing, this is simply just an amazing value.”

Nissan certainly didn’t skimp with the LEAF’s lower price. Among the car’s many, many standard features: SiriusXM® radio, LED lighting from front to back, fog lights for added visibility, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, a navigation system, the Intelligent Around View® Monitor, a universal garage door opener, heated front and rear seats, and a heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel.

The 2022 Nissan LEAF is also equipped with a long list of driver-assist features to make city and highway driving simple. Some of its standard systems include Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Steering Assist, Intelligent Cruise Control with Full Speed Range & Hold, Vehicle Dynamic Control, and more.

With an all-electric range of 363 km and fast, easy charging, you can’t go wrong with the 2022 Nissan LEAF.* Contact our team at Nissan Downtown in Toronto, Ontario, for more details.

*2021 EPA range of up to 240 kilometres for LEAF® SV; up to 363 kilometres for LEAF S PLUS, SV PLUS, SL PLUS. 2021 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates City 1.9Le/100km / Highway 2.4 Le/100km / Combined 2.1 Le/100km for LEAF SV; City 2.1 Le/100km / Highway 2.5Le.100km / Combined 2.2Le for LEAF S PLUS, SV PLUS and SL PLUS. Based on EPA formula of 18.9 kWh/100km for LEAF SV and 20 kWh/100km for LEAF S PLUS, SV PLUS, SL PLUS. Actual range will vary with trim levels, options, and driving conditions; see Customer Disclosure Form for details.

4 Nissan Models Earn IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK Recognition

Nissan is raising the bar for safety in its lineup. This carmaker recently received recognition from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for an impressive total of four models.

The 2021 Nissan Rogue, 2021 Nissan Maxima, and 2021 Nissan Altima all earned the IIHS’s highest possible safety score of TOP SAFETY PICK+. The 2021 Nissan Sentra earned a TOP SAFETY PICK recognition when it’s equipped with certain headlights.

Each of these models come standard with Nissan Safety Shield® 360, the brand’s suite of driver-assistance features. This system uses a combination of cameras, radar, and sonar to help raise the driver’s awareness out on the road. The Rogue and the Sentra each have the most standard safety features in their respective classes.

To get a TOP SAFETY PICK or TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, a vehicle must achieve the highest rating of “Good” in all six IIHS crashworthiness tests. These tests include driver- and passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength, and head restraints. These award winners must also have a front crash prevention system that earns a “Superior” or “Advanced” rating for both vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian tests.

The TOP SAFETY PICK+ award is given to those models with standard “Good” or “Acceptable” headlights across all trim levels and packages, while TOP SAFETY PICK vehicles must come available with “Good” or “Acceptable” headlights.

For a vehicle you can trust when the going gets tough, turn to Nissan. Here at Nissan Downtown in Toronto, we have all four IIHS award-winning vehicles in stock, and we invite you to contact us and set up a test drive in the one that best meets your needs.

Restyled 2021 Nissan KICKS® Revealed

2021 Nissan KICKS® | Nissan Downtown | Toronto, ON — Photo: https://www.nissan.ca/

The 2021 Nissan KICKS® lives up to the model’s reputation for offering premium features at an affordable price. This compact crossover has undergone a significant refresh for the new model year, offering new exterior styling, a sophisticated interior, and better connectivity than before.

The 2021 KICKS® lineup will offer three models to choose from: S, SV, and SR. It will also come available with one new package: the Premium Package.

On the outside, the design of the new KICKS® is inspired by the festive spirit of Rio de Janeiro. Its city-sized exterior offers easy manoeuvrability, while its front bumper design uses a new “Double V-motion” grille to help the KICKS® look more like an SUV. It also has new headlights and three new exterior colours and three new two-tone paint schemes.

Inside the KICKS®, you will find a more refined design with silver accents being replaced by a combination of subdued silver and black. New ® seating materials offer better colour, and the SR Premium Package adds Prima-Tex™ leatherette-appointed seating with a three-tone design and stitching.

The centrally mounted seven-inch colour touch screen is a hub for the Nissan infotainment system, offering standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration. You can even upgrade to an 8-inch display. For the 2021 model year, SV and SR models also come standard with Intelligent Cruise Control.

The 2021 KICKS® will arrive soon at Nissan Downtown in Toronto, and you’re invited to stop by and check it out.

Nissan Unveils Z Proto Sports Car

Nissan Z Proto | Toronto, ON — Photo Credit: Official Canada Newsroom

Get ready, performance-vehicle fans — Nissan recently unveiled the all-new Nissan Z Proto, showing off a plan to launch a new generation of legendary sports cars.

“The Z represents the joy of driving in its purest form and has helped shape Nissan’s DNA as a passionate, innovative challenger,” said Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida. “Ever since the first generation, it has captured the hearts of car enthusiasts all over the world. That’s why we’re so excited today to be able to say to them: Yes, the next one is coming!”

For the newest iteration of the Z sports car, Nissan will take design inspiration from the past — but put a modern spin on it. The Z Proto features an attractive exterior design that is highlighted by bright yellow pearlescent paint. Its teardrop-shaped LED headlights and the shape of its hood are all reminiscent of the original Z, while its sculpted lines and angular roof give it a more futuristic silhouette.

Inside, the sports car blends innovative technologies with vintage design. It comes with yellow accents throughout with stitching on the instrument panel and special accent piping.

Under the hood, the Z Proto packs a punch. It comes with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine that is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. There’s no word yet as to the performance numbers, but it will certainly be impressive, solely based on the Z heritage.

The Z Proto is one of ten new Nissan models that the brand will show off throughout North American in the next 20 months. Other upcoming models — coming soon to Nissan Downtown in Toronto — include the Sentra, the Rogue, and the all-new, all-electric Ariya crossover.

Photo Credit: Official Canada Newsroom

All-New 2020 Nissan Sentra and TITAN Unveiled in Montreal

At this winter’s 77th Montreal International Auto Show, Nissan unveiled two long-awaited models — the 2020 Nissan Sentra and 2020 Nissan TITAN.

“The next 20 months will see the arrival of 10 new products,” said Steve Milette, president of Nissan Canada. “Sentra is Nissan’s all-time bestselling vehicle in Canada, and we believe the 2020 Sentra will impress show goers with its standout design, refinement and quality, technology and performance not seen before.”

For the 2020 model year, the Sentra boasts an all-new exterior design, while also adding Nissan Safety Shield 360 technologies as standard. Its new driving platform and engine have boosted its performance, and it now comes in five trims: S, S Plus, SV, SR, and SR Premium.

The TITAN has also undergone a redesign for the 2020 model year, offering a bolder stance and a fresh exterior design. Its interior has a first-class layout that promotes comfort and practicality, while its new panoramic sunroof brings the outside in. It even comes with the largest standard touch screen in its class.

Under the hood, the 2020 TITAN carries a 5.6-litre V8 engine that produces 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired to an all-new nine-speed automatic transmission.

Visit our showroom here at Nissan Downtown to learn more about these exciting new models.

All-New 2020 Nissan Sentra Delivers Sporty Style

If you’re looking for a standout sedan, consider the all-new 2020 Nissan Sentra. This completely redesigned model presents refined style, innovative technologies, and fun-to-drive performance to elevate your travels.

For 2020, the Sentra rides on a new platform that is 2 inches lower and wider than last year’s model. It also boasts sportier, more attractive looks thanks to a new signature V-motion grille, a floating roofline, and thin LED headlamps.

The 2020 Sentra also comes with better fuel-efficiency numbers and a more powerful engine option. It has a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 149 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque — a 20 percent and 16 percent increase respectively over last year’s engine. The new Sentra is also projected to offer better fuel-efficiency numbers.

Inside, the 2020 Sentra combines stylish improvements and advanced technologies to make your commute more appealing. A range of new amenities are available, including leatherette-appointed, heated front seats and heated outside mirrors. You can even opt for tech-savvy features like a floating 8-inch centre touch-screen display and Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration.

The 2020 Nissan Sentra is coming soon to dealerships across Canada, and you can visit Nissan Downtown to learn more about this exciting new model.