Nissan Dualis +2 Goes Down Under

Based on the Dualis hatch concept, the new 7-seat family wagon version from Nissan has finally reached Australian shores. The Dualis +2 family crossover joins the original five-seat Dualis and the all-new Murano in establishing Nissan as the ‘Crossover Brand.’ Exterior changes include new front and rear doors, side glass, a new tailgate and a redesigned grille.

“Against rivals that tend to appeal to the head more than the heart, Dualis +2 combines practicality with genuinely attractive design and a fun to drive attitude,” said Nissan Australia’s, Dan Thompson.

“We are targeting active urban families who probably have only one or two children. But those children have friends and they have grandparents, meaning that a family outing can now be undertaken in one car,” he said.

Performance wise, the vehicle comes fitted with a 2.0-litre petrol engine that develops 137 hp power and 196 Nm torque. Fuel consumption over the combined cycle is 8.5 l/100km in two-wheel drive form, while CO2 emissions are 199 g/km.

Inside, the Dualis +2 comes equipped with power windows, air conditioning, a drive computer, steering wheel mounted Bluetooth handsfree phone, audio and cruise controls, plus a four speaker CD audio system with MP3 connectivity.

Top-of-the-range features include an expansive panoramic glass roof, leather trim seats and steering wheel, unique 18 inch alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, upgraded in-dash six-disc changer with six speakers, Intelligent key and dual zone auto climate control air-conditioning.

Nissan Dualis +2 will be available in ST and Ti variants equipped with a CVT transmission, and is priced from $29,990 (for the ST 2WD) to $36,890 (for the AWD Ti model).