निसान सनी 2011-2014 डीज़ल स्पेशल एडिशन

सनी 2011-2014 Diesel Special Edition रिव्यू

With the onset of festive season, almost all major auto companies are participating in the race to hold on their respective positions in the market. To sustain in the competitive market, there are new car launches occurring every alternate day and there's lot of happenings going in the auto industry. Nissan has also come up with Nissan Sunny Diesel Special Edition model priced at Rs. 9.86 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The model certainly costs higher than the regular XV diesel model. As it has been tagged as special edition model, it certainly sports various new features bound to it. The additional features comprises of premium leather seats, reverse parking sensors, chrome finish exhaust and rear spoiler. Apart from these, there are other accessories and features added to make it look aesthetically high. It is powered with the same 1.5-liter K9K diesel engine which is efficient enough to churn maximum power output of 84.8bhp at 3750rpm and 200Nm of top torque at 2000rpm. The engine is mated with five speed manual transmission gearbox that transmits the drive to front wheels of the car.

Exteriors :

The long and extended look of Sunny is just so amazing and classy. The elegance carried by this sedan is simply unbeatable, while that is an add-on element to make its road presence more prominent. The front fascia is defined with an aggressive looking radiator grille with chrome finished slats, and that also holds the company's emblem at the center of it. Adjusting to it there are high intensity halogen headlamps that are designed with wider shape to it. There are body colored bumpers, front fog lamps, roof antenna, green tinted glass and many others. The side profile of the sedan comprises of body colored outside door handles and door mirrors and 15” inch alloy wheels fitted under the bold and perfectly carved wheel arches. At the rear side, the special edition gets some extra elements with a new chrome finished exhaust that adds sportiness to the sedan, reverse parking sensors to provide guidance while parking, and a rear spoiler.

Interiors :

At the interior front, the sedan retains maximum of the features that are already the part of the top XV diesel model. Nissan Sunny is certainly a perfect blend of comfort and luxury, houses several features that makes the interior looks premium. The Special Edition model comes with a 2-DIN multimedia touchscreen system with Bluetooth, aux-in , DVD and USB connectivity. This particular variant comes loaded with high end entertainment system to make journeys more exciting. Apart from these, the variant also features comfortable leather seats, which definitely raises the style statement of the sedan. To pump up the ambiance there are chrome plated inside door handles, auto AC with filter and adjustable front and rear seats.

Engine and Performance :

The company preferred no changes at the mechanical front of the sedan, so the newly added variant sports the same engine details that of top diesel one. It is powered with 1.5-liter K9K diesel engine , which has the capacity to churn maximum power output of 84.8bhp at 3750rpm and 200Nm of top torque at 2000rpm. The engine is rated high in terms of performance and has proved well with the top diesel variant. The performance is certainly impressive, and it does has that edge to deliver perfect efficiency. The engine is mated with five speed manual transmission that operates to transfer drive to the front wheels of the car. Being diesel powered, the engine is configured to deliver better fuel economy at 22.71kmpl , which is considered to be the class-leading figures.

Braking and Handling :

The braking mechanism comprises of ventilated disc brakes at front and rear wheels receives drum type brakes. Such highly rated brakes are proved to be working perfect, and have been even tested while confronting with sudden braking action. The braking system has also showed its proficiency when applied on less friction surface. While the suspension system forms with the McPherson Strut at the front axle and torsion bar at the rear axle. This makes the ride very comfortable, suppresses all kinds of jerks which are usually felt on Indian roads and offers an effortless ride . Apart from the needed braking mechanism, there's an ABS with EBD and brake assist feature added to this sedan.

Safety Features :

Talking about the safety aspects, the company has built the sedan that takes care of its occupants in any sort mishaps. To build it high on safety front, the car binds ABS (Anti-Lock braking system) with EBD (electronic brake-force distribution), brake assist, engine immobilizer, high intensity headlamps with front fog lamps that ensure proper visibility, and door ajar warning. Other safety features include front passenger and driver airbag, anti theft device with alarm, child safety locks, impact absorbing body, front and side impact beams, inside rear view mirror and speed sensing auto door lock.

Comfort Features :

Comfort levels are high with numerous features added to make it very passenger friendly car. Being placed as a premium sedan, it houses certain top notch features to it. The manufacturers have put in their best to offer highly ergonomic sedan, therefore, it gets a steering mounted audio controls, steering tilt adjustment, 12V accessory socket, driver and passenger vanity mirror and remote keyless entry. The special edition model comes with premium leather seats, and to offer a suitable environment there's a rear comfort fan and auto AC with filter. Apart from these the rest of the features are, power windows at both front and rear, central door lock, intelligent key with push button ignition, room lamp, driver seat adjustment, follow me home headlamps and others. The newly added is the 2-DIN multimedia audio system with touchscreen, with USB, Aux-in and Bluetooth connectivity. Nissan Sunny is popular for the ample amount of interior spacing it offers, there's plenty of legroom and headroom for five passenger at both the front and rear seats.

Pros : Feature rich sedan, spacious.

Cons : Engine is bit noisy and could have got better insulation.