Aussie Nissan Dualis Gets Extra Equipment

The second generation Nissan Dualis compact hatch, boasting a more refined lookand various improvements in specification and efficiency, is now available on the Australian market, the carmaker announced yesterday. Available in Australia in 2WD and ALL MODE 4x4, the Dualis will also see the new 7-seater DUALIS+2 added to the model lineup, alongside new additional specification as standard.

The Nissan Dualis 2WD is available in both ST and Ti grades, while the Nissan Dualis ALL MODE 4x4 chassis is only available in top-of-the-range Ti grade. Both 2WD and ALL MODE 4x4 are available with either a manual or CVT auto transmission.

New standard features on the ST grade includes new design16-inch alloy wheels (with a full size spare), steering wheel audio controls, Bluetooth handsfree phone system with steering wheel controls and new exterior styling.

For the top-of-the-range Ti model, standard equipment includes standard panoramic sunroof, dual zone auto climate control, 18-inch alloy wheels, rear privacy glass and the Nissan Intelligent Key for keyless starting and entry/locking.

All this is in addition to the previous standard equipment list comprising leather upholstery, 6-CD in-dash auto-changer with MP3/WMA compatibility and 6-speakers, automatic headlights, rain-sensing front wipers, front fog lights, front heated seats and front passenger under-seat storage.

Moreover, the second generation Dualis ALL MODE 4x4 Ti model gains silver roof rails.

The combined-cycle fuel consumption has been reduced to 8.1l/100km for the manual and 8.2-l/100km for the CVT auto (a 0.1l/100km saving over the previous model).