Nissan Aura

“Nissan Note Aura Test Drive]Don’t drive an elegant car in blue jeans…Rumiko Iwasada20 June 16, 2010, 8:00 pm

Can you tinker with the “”Note”” and make it an elegant car?
This time, I would like to check one point: “”Can the casual-looking “”Note”” be made into an elegant car by tweaking it?

The face of the “”Note Aura”” is almost the same as the Note, except that a silver look has been added. In the back, the Note has a black back bumper, whereas the Note Aura is the same color as the body. However, the impression of the rear view is much different. While the Note has an active “”you’re supposed to hit the bumper”” look, the Note Aura conveys a message of “”please don’t drive so rough””.

The width of the Note Aura is 1735mm, which is 4cm wider than the Note Aura, and this also creates a sense of spaciousness. However, while many cars are being fattened up to 1800 mm or more in order to have a wider interior or to be more advantageous in side collisions, the 1735 mm size feels compact and is very easy to use. It is a good size for people who use it around town.

It suits a smoother ride than the Note, by far.
Although the interior design is identical to that of the Note, one cannot help but be reminded of how different the atmosphere can be with a change in the color scheme. In particular, the use of white wood-like materials in the guise of a Scandinavian style creates a relaxing space. The white leather seats also give a sense of spaciousness and comfort. The only problem with the light-colored leather is that the color will stain if you wear jeans. I see, an elegant car should not be driven with blue jeans.

Acceleration is very smooth because the motor runs on electricity generated by the engine. I think this ride is more suited to the Note Aura than the Note. The ride is smooth, elegant, and supple. If you select a driving pattern with the drive selector, you can switch between Sport, Normal, and Economy, and the Sport and Economy models also decelerate quickly when you take your foot off the gas pedal. As I have mentioned many times before, it is very easy to adjust the speed when going downhill, and it is very comfortable not to have to repeatedly step on the gas pedal and brake pedals.

Conclusion. The Note Aura is a much more elegant car than the Note, and the smooth ride suits it very well. Although it has a similar name and face, I think it has succeeded in changing its character to the extent that it feels like a different car to me. I would definitely recommend this car to elegant women who don’t wear blue jeans and can move freely around town.

5 star rating
Packaging: ★★★★
Interior/Comfort: ★★★★★
Power Source: ★★★★★
Footwork: ★★★★★
Recommendation: ★★★★

Rumiko Iwasada｜Motor Journalist / Author
She has lived in Italy and actively speaks out against government from a global user’s point of view. In Response, she writes an article on the real impressions of female users, and also writes a column “”Rumiko Iwasada’s Humanitarian Car Doctor””. Her latest book is “”Sekai no ichiban ichiban kinderu robotic”” (Kodansha).”

“Black spokes are hot! New Nissan “”Aura NISMO”” Wheels Now Available with Sports Tuning for the Engine

Lightweight Forged Wheels Improve Handling Performance
　On May 30, 2022, Nissan Motorsports & Customization announced the release of the LM GT4S aluminum road wheels for the Note Aura NISMO in a limited edition of 100 (reference tire size: 205/50R17) as a new NISMO brand product.

NISMO’s red is kicking ass! Gutsy driving Nissan “”Note Aura NISMO”” is so cool!

LM GT4S is a 6-spoke wheel made of lightweight, rigid and strong forged 1-piece. Compared to the factory wheels, each wheel is approximately 15 kg lighter, resulting in improved handling performance.

　In an exclusive black color, the “”NISMO”” logo is machined and placed on the spokes.

　Knurling has also been applied to the areas where the tire bead comes into contact with the wheel to prevent misalignment between the tire and wheel, which can easily occur under high-g driving conditions.

　The price (including consumption tax) is 84,700 yen. Orders and shipments are scheduled to begin in August 2022.

　In addition, carbon door mirror covers for the “”Note Aura”” and “”Note”” will be additionally released. The price is 49,500 yen (set of two for both sides).

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　In addition, the release of “”NISMO Sports Resetting TYPE-2″” for the Note Aura NISMO was also announced as a new NISMO brand product.

　NISMO Sports Resetting is an engine tuning menu, and there are three types of products in the lineup according to different specifications: “”TYPE-1,”” “”TYPE-2,”” and “”TYPE-3.

　The “”TYPE-2″” engine, which is available for the Note Aura NISMO this time, maximizes performance by changing the speed limiter and resetting various engine controls such as the air-fuel ratio, ignition timing, VTC (variable valve timing), boost pressure, and ETC (electro-tuned throttle) to achieve even sportier engine characteristics. This will maximize the performance and evolve the engine characteristics to a sportier one.

　VCM tuning has been implemented to further enhance the driving enjoyment of the Note Aura NISMO, which exhibits outstanding performance even in stock form.

　Five of the six drive modes have been modified to allow the driver to enjoy not only circuit driving and other sports driving, but also driving on public roads and winding roads, in a way that suits the situation.

The “”NISMO mode”” has been set to meet the needs of sports driving, and at the same time, the power generation power when using the charge mode (quick charge) has been strengthened so that powerful acceleration can be more sustained. It is ideal for driving on winding roads and mini circuits.

　In D range, a setting that emphasizes gas pedal control has been implemented. It has achieved ease of speed control with gas pedal work.

　In addition, the B range has been set to emphasize gas pedal response. It responds sensitively to gas pedal work, minimizing the time lag between gas pedal ON and OFF, and enhancing regenerative power during deceleration.

In “”ECO mode,”” power generation control has been made more efficient, and the gas pedal response and torque generation characteristics have been optimized.

　In D range, the acceleration force at startup is set to be close to that of the original, but with a gentle acceleration feel overall. In B range, the acceleration characteristics are flatter from startup, and the regenerative power has been enhanced to further promote eco-friendly driving.

In “”NORMAL mode””, the changes to the original characteristics are kept to a minimum, and only the regenerative power in B range has been enhanced (D range is unchanged).

　NISMO Sports Resetting TYPE-2 is priced at 143,000 yen (tax included) and is available at NISMO Omori Factory and NISMO Performance Center (NPC).
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