USA - Infiniti announces pricing and specification for the 2017 model year QX60 7 Passenger SUV.

• Pricing for INFINITI's refreshed 7-passenger SUV starts at $43,100
• Updates for 2017 model year include new 3.5-liter direct injection V6 with 30 additional horsepower – now rated at 295 hp
• Motion-Activated Liftgate and Wi-Fi among the newly available convenience features
• INFINITI InTouch^TM with Navigation and INFINITI InTouch^TM Services now available with Premium Plus package – includes HD Radio and music search by voice

INFINITI today announced pricing for the 2017 QX60, which is available now at INFINITI retailers nationwide. The 7-passenger QX60 continues to offer both luxury and function and serves as a core model in the INFINITI line-up. It is again offered in a choice of front-wheel drive or with INFINITI Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.

For 2017, new features include a more powerful engine and INFINITI InTouch^TM, which integrates, navigation, convenience, security, and entertainment into an instrument panel-mounted control system.

The updated QX60 powertrain’s new 3.5-liter DOHC V6 adds Direct Injection Gasoline^TM (DIG) technology, a revised air intake system, electronic variable timing control (e-VTC) and mirror bore coating. The engine is rated at 295 horsepower (an increase of 30 hp from 2016) and 270 lb-ft of torque (an increase of 22 lb-ft from 2016). It is matched to an advanced continuously variable transmission.

The Infiniti InTouch^TM with Navigation and Infiniti InTouch^TM Services, now available in the Premium Plus package, add Vehicle Health Report and Voice Recognition for audio, Bluetooth® and vehicle information.

The Deluxe Technology Package adds a new Motion Activated Liftgate, High Beam Assist and auto side dimming mirrors, while the Drivers Assistance Package also includes auto side dimming mirrors.

For 2017, the Theater Package now offers dual 8-inch color monitors (1-inch larger than 2016), along with the addition of a 12V power point, USB port (audio/video capable) and an HDMI port. Additionally, Wi-Fi is offered in conjunction with the Theater Package and includes 2GB with a 3-month complimentary trial.

The 2017 QX60 continues to offer a combination of dramatic exterior styling – including INFINITI signature double-arch grille, LED Daytime Running Lights and crescent-cut D-pillars – and comfortable 7-passenger interior with unique 2^nd row flexibility. Available convenience features range from available Bose® Cabin Surround sound system with 15 speakers to leather-appointed seating and a sequential welcome lighting illumination system.

The QX60 also offers advanced safety and driving technologies, including Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Backup Collision Intervention, Intelligent Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning and Lane Departure Prevention, Blind Spot Warning, Distance Control Assist and Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection.

The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2017 INFINITI QX60 are:

Model	Engine/Drive	MSRP
QX60	3.5-liter V6 / RWD	$43,100 USD
QX60 AWD	3.5-liter V6 / AWD	$44,900 USD

Destination and Handling $995 USD

USA - Infiniti launched the all new QX30 in the USA, with six trim levels, and a $30k start price, its a good car to own.

• All-new 2017 QX30 priced from under $30,000 USD
• Dynamic, responsive performance, with standard 208-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, is perfectly suited for the active urban environment
• Available technology includes INFINITI’s Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection and first-ever Intelligent Park Assist
• Special INFINITI QX30 Reservation Program now available online at InfinitiUSA.com

INFINITI Today announced pricing for the first-ever INFINITI QX30 premium active crossover, which arrives at INFINITI retailers nationwide in September. It is available in six trim levels: QX30, QX30 Luxury, QX30 Premium, QX30 Sport, QX30 Luxury AWD and QX30 Premium AWD.

In addition, a special 2017 QX30 Reservation Program is now available at InfinitiUSA.com for buyers desiring to be among the first in line for the bold new premium active crossover. 

Those who sign up for the program will be rewarded with their choice from a selection of premium gifts, including a GoPro® Hero4 Silver camera, Bose® SoundLink® around-ear wireless headphones II, Starwood Preferred Guest® one-night accommodation, GILT™ online shopping experience and a specially curated culinary experience.

The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2017 INFINITI QX30 are:

Model	Engine/Drive	MSRP
QX30	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$29,950 USD
QX30 Luxury	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$32,600 USD
QX30 Premium	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$35,300 USD
QX30 Sport	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$38,500 USD
QX30 Luxury AWD	2.0L I4 Turbo / AWD	$34,400 USD
QX30 Premium AWD	2.0L I4 Turbo / AWD	$37,700 USD

Destination and Handling $995 USD

"The all-new QX30 is a tremendous addition to the INFINITI lineup – a powerful statement of our design and technology leadership and a vehicle that we predict will bring a new generation of premium buyers into our showrooms,” said Randy Parker, vice president, INFINITI Americas. 

“In addition to its striking appearance, the QX30 offers confidence-inspiring handling and an available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system, making the QX30 the ideal vehicle to take on urban, suburban and winding rural roads in all driving conditions.”

USA - The New Nissan Maxima sedan is available now, crammed full of tech and luxury.

Dramatically styled "4-Door Sports Car" lands in Nissan showrooms with 300 horsepower, jet fighter-inspired interior and $32,410 starting M.S.R.P.*

The wait is over. After its buzz-generating debut at the recent New York International Auto Show, the 2016 Maxima has arrived at Nissan dealerships nationwide. As Nissan's flagship sedan, the all-new eighth-generation design takes the company's best-known nameplate into new territory with its boldest styling, most powerful engine and highest level of available safety and connected technology features yet.

"Following on the highly successful launch of the all-new Nissan Murano, the new 2016 Maxima is hitting showrooms with tremendous momentum," said Fred Diaz, senior vice president, Sales & Marketing, Parts & Service, U.S.A, Nissan North America, Inc. 

"With its winning combination of style, technology and driving excitement, we see it appealing to both the large number of previous Maxima owners and buyers considering vehicles from luxury brands. We've proven Maxima can go tire-to-tire on the track. We think we can do it in the showroom as well."

A 2016 Nissan Maxima SR recently posted the lowest average lap time in independent third-party testing at Buttonwillow Raceway against the 2015 Acura TLX 3.5 (FWD) with Technology Package, 2015 Audi A4 2.0T quattro® Premium Plus Tiptronic and 2015 BMW 328i sedan**.

Along with burnishing its longstanding reputation as the "4-Door Sports Car," the new 2016 Maxima embodies the latest Nissan design language and projects a distinctive upscale look through its unique combination of a lower profile and a wide stance, bold front end, Nissan signature V-Motion grille and floating roof appearance. The new Maxima also features a premium-crafted interior, anchored by a command central fighter jet-inspired driver's cockpit, that rivals luxury vehicles.

All 2016 Maximas feature a revised 300-horsepower 3.5-liter VQ-series V6 engine and new performance-oriented Xtronic transmission. The comprehensive re-engineering effort also results in a 15 percent increase (over the previous generation Maxima) in highway fuel economy to 30 miles per gallon***.

Maxima's next-generation technology features include standard NissanConnect^SM with navigation and available 11-speaker Bose® premium audio system, NissanConnect^SM Services powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately) and Around View® Monitor (AVM) with Moving Object Detection (MOD).

The 2016 Maxima also offers an extensive range of available safety, security and driving aids, including Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW), Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Forward Emergency Braking (FEB), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Driver Attention Alert (DAA) system****.

The 2016 Maxima is available in five well-equipped models (all equipment is grade standard, no available options): Maxima S, SV, SL, SR and Platinum. It is assembled in Smyrna, Tennessee, with engines assembled in Decherd, Tennessee.

The new Maxima starts with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) of $32,410 for Maxima S. The Maxima SV is $34,390, while the Maxima SL is $36,890. The sporty Maxima SR is priced at $37,670 and the top-of-the-line Maxima Platinum is $39,860.

USA - Nissan Murano wins Kiplinger's Personal Finance Award 2015

All-new 2015 model awarded at Washington Auto Show

Kiplinger's Personal Finance has named the 2015 Nissan Murano the "Best New/Redesigned Midsize Crossover" in the publication's annual 2015 Best Value Awards – a comprehensive review that "reveals the best values on the newest models." The Murano, which hit dealerships in December, received the accolade yesterday afternoon at the 2015 Washington Auto Show.

Each year, Kiplinger's editors review hundreds of vehicles to determine the top winners in a variety of categories ranked by price, performance, value, safety, roominess and driving impressions. The all-new Murano and other Best Value Awards winners will be featured in Kiplinger's annual buyer's guide, "Deals on New Wheels," available on newsstands Feb. 10.

"Nissan essentially created the crossover segment with the debut of the Murano in 2002, and now, 13 years later, the 2015 Nissan Murano is helping define the segment once again," said Dan Mohnke, vice president, Nissan Chief Marketing Manager & Marketing Operations. 

"The redesigned Murano was created to provide drivers with an undeniable sense of comfort, style and innovation and this award certainly reaffirms that ideal. It's an honor to be recognized by Kiplinger's Personal Finance."

The all-new third-generation Murano features concept car-like styling, premium interior and advanced, purposeful technology. The breakthrough exterior design projects a sense of refined intensity, creating an immediate "wow" response, with a low 0.31 Cd drag coefficient. 

The breakthrough exterior design carries into the interior, which offers an engaging social lounge feel through features such as the refined instrument panel, low center console, advanced NASA-inspired Zero Gravity front and outboard rear seating, and the airy atmosphere created by the large windows and oversized Power Panoramic Moonroof.

Premium features and driving assistance technologies abound in the 2015 Murano, including available NissanConnectSM with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 8-inch color display with multi-touch control, Around View® Monitor, Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, 11-speaker Bose® premium audio system, Moving Object Detection (MOD), Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW), Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).

Every 2015 Murano comes with a standard 260-horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC V6 connected to an advanced Xtronic transmission. Fuel economy has increased 20 percent (over the previous generation) for combined mpg and is rated at 21/28/24 mpg city/highway/combined for both front-wheel and all-wheel drive models.

USA - All New Nissan Murano, now on sale, 3rd generation car far superior than the one it replaces.

• New third-generation Murano crossover arrives at Nissan dealers nationwide just in time for the holidays
• Features a starting M.S.R.P.* of $29,560 USD
• Brings concept car-like styling to the showroom with V-Motion front end, LED boomerang lights and unique floating roof
• "Social lounge" interior offers premium features and advanced, purposeful technology

Nissan dealers across the country have something a little extra to dress up their showrooms this December beyond the usual oversized red bows and ribbons – the all-new 2015 Nissan Murano. The halo vehicle for Nissan's expanding range of bold crossovers and SUVs, the bold new Murano design projects a sense of refined intensity, creating an immediate "wow" response.

"Nissan dealers have been clamoring for the new Murano ever since the design was previewed in the futuristic Nissan Resonance Concept," said Derrick Hatami, vice president, Sales - U.S., Nissan North America, Inc. "Now that Murano has arrived in their showrooms, there's another great reason to celebrate the holiday season."

The 2015 Murano is offered in four trim levels – S, SV, SL and Platinum – and in a choice of front-wheel or all-wheel drive. The starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the Murano S FWD is $29,560 USD, while the top-of-the-line Murano Platinum AWD is priced at $40,600 USD (full pricing is available at NissanNews.com).

Every 2015 Murano comes with a standard 260-horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC V6 connected to an advanced Xtronic transmission. Fuel economy has increased 20 percent for combined mpg from the previous generation and is rated at 21/28/24 mpg city/highway/combined for both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models.

Murano's new magnetic exterior design includes its dramatic V-motion front end, LED boomerang lights and the unique floating roof – which utilizes prominent glass areas and D-pillars that appear disconnected from the roof that help visually lighten the cabin appearance. The sleek, aerodynamic styling offers a low coefficient of drag of just 0.31, without compromising cargo or passenger space. LED Signature lights and LED taillights are standard on all 2015 Murano models.

The breakthrough exterior design carries into the interior, which offers an engaging social lounge feel through features such as the refined instrument panel, low center console, advanced Zero Gravity front and outboard rear seating, and the airy atmosphere created by the large windows and oversized Power Panoramic Moonroof.

The Murano interior offers best-in-class** total interior volume of 147.7 cubic feet and best-in-class cargo** volume (with seats up) of 39.6 cubic feet.

Available technology features include NissanConnectSM with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 8-inch color display with multi-touch control, Around View® Monitor, 8-way power driver's seat with power lumbar support, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, iPod® interface, 11-speaker Bose® premium audio system (including dual subwoofers), and Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System with streaming audio.

Available safety and security systems include Around View® Monitor (AVM) with Moving Object Detection (MOD), Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW), Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) and a new Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system that utilizes radar sensors (located in the rear) that can help warn you while backing up of a moving vehicle you may not see approaching from either side.

The all-new 2015 Murano is assembled in Canton, Mississippi.

USA - Nissan announces pricing and specification for 2015 Quest.

Nissan today announced U.S. pricing for the 2015 Nissan Quest, which is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide.

The boldly styled Nissan Quest once again offers a range of family friendly features, including one-touch power sliding doors, quick release fold-flat 2nd and 3rd row seats, Advanced Climate Control System and an always-available rear storage well.

Enhancements for the 2015 model year include:

• Previous LE grade becomes Platinum grade
• Revised tuning and enhanced D-Step Shift logic added to the standard Xtronic transmission
• Fuel economy increased by 2 mpg highway, 1 mpg city and combined – now 27 mpg highway, 20 mpg city and 22 mpg combined
• Moving Object Detection (MOD) added to Platinum grade’s standard Around View® Monitor
• 5.0-inch color display added for audio systems (replaces 4.3-inch display)

Quest is offered in four well-equipped models: S, SV, SL and Platinum. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2015 Nissan Quest: 

Quest 3.5 S	$26,530 USD
Quest 3.5 SV	$30,280 USD
Quest 3.5 SL	$34,060 USD
Quest 3.5 Platinum	$43,180 USD

Destination and Handling $885.

Quest’s sophisticated, modern exterior combines fluid sculptural elements with a dynamic mass and crafted details. The low sliding door step-in height is helpful for small children or older adults getting into the 2nd or 3rd rows and to assist entry further, the Quest’s 2nd row features a standard walk-in device for easier access to the 3rd row. A one-touch unlock/open power rear liftgate is standard on Quest SL and Platinum models. Third row power return seatbacks are standard on Quest Platinum.

All 2015 Quest models feature a VQ-series 3.5-liter DOHC V6 rated at 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, and an advanced, tuned Xtronic transmission that provides a smooth driving experience. The enhanced D-step logic simulates shifts, giving a more natural acceleration feeling without holding a high rpm constant, letting rpms build as speed builds. Fuel economy is rated at 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined.

Quest also features 4-wheel independent suspension, 4-wheel disc brakes and vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering. Quest is designed to incorporate a number of advanced safety systems, including the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system, which is standard on Quest Platinum.

The 2015 Quest is available with a number of option packages, including DVD Entertainment System, Bose® Package, Dual Opening Glass Moonroof, Leather Package and Roof Rails.