Nissan Elgrand

Introduction:

One of the most luxury MPVs launched in the world, Nissan Elgrand also maintains the top position when it comes to the sales charts in the segment. One of the most beautifully designed utility cars, inside and out, Nissan Elgrand had its first variant released in the year 1997 followed by the second generation in 2002. Beating its main competitors in the market; Toyota Alphard and Honda Odyssey, it was successfully launched all-over including Malaysia. Whatever the occasion is this vehicle is perfect for you making travel rides most comfortable and safest. Including Malaysian market, it has been highly praised due to its extreme comfort-fit dynamics and also been tagged as “King of Minivans” and “Benchmark of Luxury” in its class. Its outstanding reputation boosted up confidence of its manufacturers to unveil its next-generation assigning sense of sophistication besides comfort. Henceforth, the latest launch deals with both, looks and interior comfort simultaneously.

Engine, Mileage & Variants:

Exteriors:

The exterior structure of Elgrand is made in supreme dynamics adding class to Nissan MPV's concatenation. Its robust body appearance starts in large-styled grille in horizontal slats covering the maximum part of front bumper and gives authoritative presence to the vehicle. In addition, the large chrome-coated alloy wheels of size 225/55 R18 maneuvers the car easily in sandy and mud terrains. Rear profile is highlighted in horizontal and vertical lines embedded with high mounted LED stop lamp and rear LED combination light stating its strong presence differently among the class. The complete dimensions of the body comprises of 4945mm X 1850mm x 1815mm (L X W X H) with the wheelbase of 3000mm.

Interiors:

The interiors of Nissan Elgrand is made in best-class upholstery with Ottoman independent driver seat adding comfort and versatile seating configuration. The upholstery make you feel like you are sitting in an executive class flight rather than on road. The very dashboard is laden with a plethora of features, the steering wheel with a chrome Nissan insignia in the middle is filled with audio-controls, Bluetooth handsfree calling feature, paddle shift and cruise control. One of the strike out features in the cabin is the vertically mounted CVT transmission gearbox which increases your comfort level if nothing else. Coming to the entertainment aspect of Nissan Elgrand, it is embedded with a huge touchscreen with navigation link up front and a roof mounted 11-inch screen on the rear, with this you get two wireless headphones as well. Overall the comfort and luxury features are countless, like individual air conditioning vents, twin sunroof, conversation mirror, MID display and Fine Vision Meter. This is not all however, we have just named a few here. You are definitely in for an elite ride with this car.

Safety, Braking and Miscellaneous:

McPherson strut with stabilizer bar front suspension and independent multi-link with stabilizer bar rear suspension is paired in Nissan Elgrand for firm braking of the vehicle. This is further assisted by power assisted rack & pinion steering and all-wheel ventilated disc brakes. 6 SRS airbag system is employed with airbags on dual front, side and curtain side reducing collision effect to protect its passengers. Parking assistance is offered by Around View Monitor (AVM) and Range Detection Sensors that alerts driver for approaching possible threat or any obstacle when parking via wide angle high resolution camera. Other safety features includes Adaptive Front Lightning System (AFS), Front Active Head Restraints, ABS with EBD and BA, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and much more.

Verdict:

This “King of Minivans” raised the platform of MPV's; offering plenty storage, suitable handling of the vehicle and roomy cabin to its occupants concurrently. You pretty much get everything you could ask for in a drive to be as comfortable as possible. Nissan Elgrand lacks a bit on the performance output factor but then this luxury is meant for utmost comfort rather than thrill.