When the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nissan, Carlos Ghosn, come to Indonesia in 2010, this man brought two important products for PT Nissan Motor Indonesia tuneup (NMI). Important because both are expected to widen the market for Nissan here. Two products that are city car Nissan March and Nissan Juke crossover. So far, March success began their work thanks to the affordability and fuel consumption is quite economical.
Now turn to the Nissan Juke. Crossover was released in early June 2011 is arguably still inviting "question mark". With a design that is unique, this car is positioned in the crossover class (alloy car character from several different classes), which is identical to the Suzuki SX4 is first present. According to the claim of PT NMI, the Juke has recorded 2,000 orders (booking orders) to this writing in the middle of June, and NMI hopes to sell 10,000 units of Juke in a year. A fantastic ambition, given the Juke is a new product known.
However, in his home country, Japan, the Juke does give a tremendous shock for the Nissan. Crossover is claimed to have scored a reservation of up to 20,000 units, within four months after its launch (the data in October 2010). That figure is far beyond the expectations of Nissan which only 1,300 units per month target. In other parts of the world, Europe, Juke booking record 30,000 units for the same period. Apparently, that"s what motivates achievement NMI to peg big ambitions in Indonesia.
Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Nissan, Toshiyuki Shiga, sure Juke will be successful in Indonesia, as well as in the other hemisphere. Will the car flawless "weird" is a success in the Interior Garuda? Only time will tell. And this road test review Juke quality in various aspects.
When I first saw this car, it is reasonable implied feeling that the Juke design looks "weird". The design was created by Nissan Design Europe with offices in London, England, which was then cured by Nissan Design Center in Japan. Its appearance reflects the Nissan Qazana is shown at the Geneva Motor Show 2009. The design of Juke can make people very eager to have it, or reject it completely.
Juke forward line with a high waist circumference large fenders. This combination contrasts with small side windows. The design of high waist and big fenders give the impression dashing and width. In addition, this car looks high, even though lower than, for example, the Toyota Rush. In addition, the use of 17-inch alloy wheels with tires 215/55 / R17 also makes the car look higher.
Roof line (at the top of the pillar C) performed modestly on the back, plus the position of the rear door opening lever is placed in the C-pillar, giving the impression of a powerful coupe like. At the stern, the tapering design of the brake lights are reminiscent of the lights Nissan 370Z. Position lights are placed in the C-pillar to the fender, making the lamp is easily seen from the back, it is important for road safety when hand in hand.
At the bow there is a multitude of lights, with different functions. Top row is the turn signal plus dusk light. Position protruding from the fender (like the eye of the "bulging"), is designed so that the driver can see it and make it a benchmark when maneuvering.
The middle of the (round) is the main light, which inspired rally car lights in the "80s decade. The latter is a fog lamp which features "angel"s eye" that glow blue.
The combination of lights that seemed stacked "bulging", plus an extra-wide grille, has made the Juke looks unique.
Some of our colleagues call "Joker face" (similar to the Joker character faces in the Batman comic series). The combination of a large grille and fenders as well as wide as it is not really new to Nissan. Nissan Murano, whose presence also makes the pros and cons of his design, embracing the aura of a similar design.
Behind her bonnet, stored cardiac pacemaker of the HR engine family, similar to those used Nissan Livina. Depot carries power berkonfigrasi code HR15DE 4-cylinder and 1.5 liter (1498 cc). Even so, the power generated is greater than the Livina, namely 112 hp versus 108 hp. Excess is obtained from the dual CVTC (continuous variable lift and timing control) plus dual injectors per cylinder.
Power is then channeled to the front wheels via a transmission X-tronic CVT 7-speed. Interestingly, there are three ride options: Normal, Sport and Eco. Each driving mode will adjust the level of responsiveness of the engine and gear accuracy.
Unlike his controversial, the interior looks mannered and tend to be conventional. The shape looks the most interesting of the center console storage area is equipped with attractive design. It looked like a motorcycle tank. And that"s exactly what inspired the current Nissan designers created it.
Behind it all, a sophisticated embedded system called I-CON (Integrated Control System). I-CON is represented in the center of the dashboard where there are only two main buttons to set the temperature and driving, as well as six other buttons around the screen indicators.
When the "climate" is pressed, the screen and buttons around the screen will change to the AC setting. And the screen displays air temperature information. However, if the "D-Mode" is pressed, the buttons will turn out to be key driving settings such as Sport, Normal, Eco. Automatically Similarly, the screen will display the appropriate information driving mode.
The other thing is the system "WiFi Ready" that allows passengers to surf in cyberspace if it is close to the "hot spots". Internet is displayed on the head unit with touch screen, oddly enough, can not play the CD. Instead, there is a socket "aux" and of course the USB connector for an iPod or other USB devices. Additionally, the head unit also has bluetooth capability and "voice command".
Steering wheel wrapped in leather, with a diameter and thickness of the comfortable grip. The main cluster is easy to read, as well as panel indikatiornya, although activation key MID (multi information display) slightly obstructed by the cover (cover) the steering wheel.
Seat material wrapped fabric feels a bit harsh, especially in the back. This makes the rider will feel tired. In addition, the lever
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Description : When the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nissan, Carlos Ghosn, come to Indonesia in 2010, this man brought two important products for PT Ni...