The stunning Nissan Sunny diesel at Rs 7.98 lakh

Surprise, surprise! Nissan India launched the diesel variant of its popular sedan, Sunny. The launch was originally scheduled during the 11th Auto Expo.

In September 2011, the firm launched the petrol version of this midsized sedan and hinted that a diesel version will follow.

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The Nissan Sunny diesel silently crept in the Indian market and the car maker has brought two variants -- XL and XV.

Nissan sunny diesel XL price - Rs 798,000 (ex-showroom Delhi).

Nissan Sunny diesel XV price - Rs 878,000 (ex-showroom Delhi).

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The car has stunning fuel economy along with superb performance that hits bull's eye on the massive demand for diesel cars in the country.

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However there would be some severe competition in the Indian car market for Nissan Sunny diesel from Maruti Swift Dzire, Toyota Etios, Hyundai Verna Fluidic and the new Skoda Rapid.

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The new Nissan Sunny Diesel will be offered to the customers in six different colors that comprise Blade Silver, Storm White, Bronze Grey, Brick Red, Onyx Black and Sapphire Blue.

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All new Nissan Sunny diesel basically has a foundation on 'V' platform, which ensures better and robust ride.

Nissan Sunny diesel price has been kept very reasonable and competitive.

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This time around, the firm has opted for uniform pan-India approach that means the ex-showroom prices of this sedan will be kept same in all the states of the country.

So if you wish to buy your own Nissan Sunny diesel, then just visit one of the forty-seven authentic dealers in India.

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Both the models are perfect according to the price tag. What makes these cars special is the K9K diesel engine.

This diesel motor has been closely developed and created under the joint venture of Renault-Nissan.

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As far as mileage is concerned, it delivers an awesome fuel economy of 21.64 km per litre, which is pretty good and makes the sedan ideal for both city and highway.

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Both Nissan Sunny diesel VX and XL variants are powered with 1.5 litre of four cylinders K9K diesel motor that would churn out 86 PS of maximum power at 3750 rpm accompanied with 200 Nm of peak torque at 2000 rpm.

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The engine has been coupled with the five speed manual gearbox that will enhance the pickup and acceleration of the sedan substantially.

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Nissan Sunny diesel targets the youth and professionals in India, who wish to drive stylish and sleek sedans, which offer superb mileage and awesome performance.

Nissan has differentiated its diesel version from petrol only under the bonnet.

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Otherwise, the new Nissan Sunny diesel mirrors the sophistication and sober style along with the comfort of Nissan Sunny petrol.

Being developed on the 'V' platform, the sedan is made with extreme engineering, thus rendering it a modern and light structure, which thereby provides inner power and a powerful and dynamic ride as well.

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Looking at the safety features, both the variants of Nissan Sunny diesel are pretty loaded.

The active and passive safety features and technology are especially designed to amplify the ownership and driving experience.

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The safety features comprise of Electronic Brake force distribution, Anti lock Braking system, airbags, engine immobilizer and brake assist.

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The car sports its traditional grille and ideal jewel shaped headlights with chrome hints all over, which actually rules the entire look.

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The passengers get a pretty comfortable entrance into the sedan all thanks to its wide doors.

The interior is comfortable and chic, which provides better head room and leg room accompanied with ample of storage space.

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The electric power steering will allow the driver to glide away with speed.

While XL is the base diesel model and is equipped with steel wheels with a tyre size of 185/70 R14, XV is the top-end diesel model with alloy wheels, electric folding ORVMs, chrome on inside door handles, temperature display, door trim fabric, armrest finish, intelligent key with push button start and front fog lamps.

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The total kerb weight of XV is maximum among all five variants available measuring 1097 kg and the tyre size is 185/65 R15 whereas the XL variant is lighter and measures 1092 kg in total kerb weight.

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Since the time of its launch, Nissan Sunny petrol is highly appreciated by all and the same kind of reception is expected for Nissan Sunny diesel.

As per the managing director and chief executive officer of Nissan India, Kiminobu Tokuyama, Nissan is absolutely delighted to offer Nissan Sunny diesel to the Indian consumers and what makes it more special is that it is for the very first time that Nissan Sunny is being offered with K9K diesel engine anywhere in the world.

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Considering the demand for diesel cars in India, experts feel, Nissan India timed the launch of Sunny diesel very well.

From the time when Nissan launched the petrol version of Sunny, the sedan has notched about 3000 sales, which sounds absolutely amazing and with the diesel version, this sales figure is bound to magnify considerably.

Another reason for the success of Nissan in India is the enthusiasm and modernisation that is put into its products while developing them.