Thursday, October 30, 2008

Nissan Releases New KIX Mini SUV in Japan

Nissan Kei SUVProduct sharing is a fairly common practice in Japan when it comes to vehicles that belong in the mini and the so-called "Kei car" segments. The new Nissan KIX that went on sale today in Japan is a rebadged Mitsubishi Pajero Mini with a few minor styling changes. The mini SUV is offered with Mitsubishi's miniscule 0,6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that delivers an output of 64HP and is mated to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. The KIX features a standard 4WD system that allows changes between 2WD and 4WD operating modes by a transfer case shift lever. -Continued

Nissan Kei SUVAccording to Nissan, the 4-seater KIX boasts ample road clearance with an approach angle of 38°, departure angle of 46°, and minimum ground clearance of 195 mm. The Japanese automaker has set a domestic sales target of 300 units per month. Prices for the KIX begin from 1,402,800 yen which comes to about $14,500 at current exchange rates.


Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV
Nissan Kei SUV

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