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Paris lovers are irresistible! The compact SUV “DS3 Crossback” model with “Paris roof” is now available! What is the Paris element that shines everywhere .
“A must-have for Paris lovers! The compact SUV “”DS3 Crossback”” has a “”Parisian Roof”” model! Parisian Elements Shine Everywhere!
Exclusive “”Carat Gray”” Roof Color
On September 7, 2022, Sterantis Japan introduced the special edition “”TOIT DE PARIS BlueHDi”” to DS Automobile’s DS3 Crossback compact SUV.An elegant appearance that stirs up the desire to travel to Paris! View photos of the DS3 Crossback TOIT DE PARIS BlueHDi .
DS Automobile “”DS3 Crossback TOIT DE PARIS BlueHDi
The name “”TOIT DE PARIS”” means “”Roof of Paris. It was inspired by the roofs of the apartments that form the beautiful cityscape of Paris.
The DS3 Crossback TOIT DE PARIS BlueHDi is based on the top grade “”OPERA”” and features an exclusive roof color, Carat Gray.
It also features exclusive 18-inch wheels and badges on both sides of the front nose and front doors.
These were designed in the motif of famous Parisian landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Ecole Militaire, Sacré Coeur Temple, and Montparnasse Tower.
The powertrain is a 1.5-liter “”BlueHDi”” clean diesel engine that delivers 130ps maximum output and 300Nm maximum torque, mated to an 8-speed AT.
Fuel economy is 21.0 km/L (WLTC mode), the top level in its class.
Two body colors are available: Crystal Pearl and Blanc Pearl Nacre. Prices (including consumption tax) range from 5,156,000 yen to 5,167,000 yen.”
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Honda Announces Price Increases for Six Models Effective July 27th
ByPawaniHonda has officially revealed its decision to raise prices on six of its models, including the N-WGN, N-ONE, N-VAN, Fit, Vezel, and Civic. The price adjustments, ranging up to 120,000 yen, are set to take effect from late July. Stay updated on the latest developments in Honda’s pricing strategy.Honda has recently announced its decision to revise the prices of six models, namely the N-WGN, N-ONE, N-VAN, Fit, Vezel, and Civic. The price adjustments will come into effect starting from July 27th. Among the six models, three fall under the category of light vehicles.
The N-WGN, a second-generation light tall wagon introduced in 2019, is equipped with Honda Sensing as standard and features a friendly design and advanced driving support. In the upcoming revision, the prices for each grade will be increased by 19,800 yen (including consumption tax), ranging from 1,317,800 yen to 1,722,600 yen. The “custom” model, which includes aero parts, will see a price increase of 35,200 yen.
Positioned as a basic model in the N series, the N-ONE offers a sporty “RS” grade with a charming design, turbo engine, and a 6-speed manual transmission. The revised prices for the N-ONE will range from 1,662,100 yen to 2,085,600 yen, representing a uniform increase of 62,700 yen across all grades.
The N-VAN, an N-series commercial van known for its impressive loading capacity that can be fully flattened from the luggage space to the front passenger seat, will undergo a price increase ranging from 61,600 yen to 86,900 yen, depending on the grade. This will result in new prices ranging from 1,337,600 yen to 1,959,100 yen.
Moving on to the ordinary car models, the Fit, Honda’s flagship compact car in its fourth generation since its release in 2020, offers four variations with distinct interior and exterior designs. The revised prices for the Fit will range from 1,624,700 yen to 2,718,100 yen, with price increases ranging from 31,900 yen to 70,400 yen. Additionally, the number of grades under 2 million yen will be reduced from six to four.
The Vezel, Honda’s popular crossover SUV and flagship model, is currently in its second generation, released in 2021. As part of the price revision, the prices for the Vezel will be uniformly increased by 119,900 yen, resulting in a new price range of 2,399,100 yen to 3,418,800 yen.
The Civic, a long-selling model that has been on the market since 1972 and now in its 11th generation, debuted in 2021 with a 5-door hatchback body type. The price revision for the Civic will lead to price increases ranging from 40,700 yen to 50,600 yen, changing the prices from 3,240,600 yen to 3,980,900 yen. (Note: There was an error in the original price information for the Civic, and a correction was partially released on June 27th.)
Honda has attributed this price revision to the global surge in raw material prices and logistics costs, which have significantly impacted the automotive industry. As a result, Honda aims to sustain its commitment to delivering high-quality vehicles while navigating the current economic challenges.Customers planning to purchase Honda models affected by the price adjustments are advised to consider making their purchases before the late July implementation date to take advantage of the existing pricing structure. Stay tuned for further updates from Honda regarding the specific models and detailed pricing adjustments.
As the automotive landscape continues to evolve, Honda remains dedicated to providing reliable, efficient, and technologically advanced vehicles, ensuring customer satisfaction and driving enjoyment.
The Yaris Cross is a compact SUV based on Toyota’s TNGA platform
Toyota has announced a special model of its compact SUV, the Yaris Cross, in collaboration with French apparel brand Saint James. The Yaris Cross by Saint James features the brand’s iconic red sailor stripe design on a white body with blue and red border lines, as well as Saint James logos on the hood and C-pillar. This is the fourth time Toyota’s Spanish subsidiary has collaborated with an apparel brand, and there may be more unique collaborations in the future. The Yaris Cross is a compact SUV based on Toyota’s TNGA platform, with a body size of 4180mm x 1765mm x 1590mm, and a wheelbase of 2560mm and ground clearance of 170mm. The design aims to combine sportiness with SUV toughness and is inspired by the image of a hard and strong diamond.
The black spokes are cool! Nissan “Aura NISMO” new wheels are now available. Engine sports tuning is also on sale.
“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).
“Nissan will never give up on the Skyline
The news of the discontinuation of Nissan’s representative sports sedan, the Skyline, caused a stir in June 2021. However, just three days after the news report, Nissan’s Vice President, Asako Hoshino, stated that “Nissan will never give up on the Skyline,” which calmed the situation. Two years have passed since then, but there has been no further news about the Skyline. The current model, which debuted in 2013 and is the 13th generation, is already 10 years old. The hybrid model, which was the mainstay of the lineup, ended sales in May 2022, leaving only the powerful model with a 3-liter V6 twin-turbo engine. Nissan has discontinued many models that once made history, including the Sunny, Primera, Cedric/Gloria, Cube, and March.
The article discusses the future of Nissan’s “representative sedan,” the Skyline, two years after the statement “Don’t give up on the Skyline!” The author, a longtime Nissan and Skyline fan, suggests that the solution to reviving the brand is to create a new generation Skyline GT-R, which would serve as a special sports car and successor to the R35 GT-R. By combining the prestige of the GT-R name with the Skyline brand, Nissan could potentially justify a high price point for the vehicle. The author proposes using either an e-POWER engine or large capacity battery EV, along with a modified version of the Ariya’s e-4ORCE AWD system. While there are rumors of a project for the next generation Skyline, it is unclear what form it will take. Nonetheless, fans of Nissan can only wait and trust in the company’s commitment to the Skyline.
Introducing the new Civic SUV! Will the new “ZR-V” become Honda’s mainstay instead of the “CR-V” withdrawn from Japan?
“A New “”Civic SUV”” is on the Way! Will the new ZR-V replace the CR-V, which has been withdrawn from the Japanese market, to become Honda’s mainstay?
Both the CR-V and ZR-V were based on the “”Civic!””
Honda’s new ZR-V crossover SUV, which has been available for pre-order since September 8, 2022, was originally scheduled to go on sale in the fall of 2022, but due to a shortage of conductors, overseas conditions, and other factors, the launch has been postponed until spring 2023. Those who have already placed orders are probably eagerly awaiting delivery of their vehicles.Is this really a Honda car? The new ZR-V is equipped with a novel grille that looks like an imported car! The new “”ZR-V”” is stylish!
The new Honda “”ZR-V”” with its powerful vertical grille
And while the new ZR-V is making its debut, the CR-V is quietly disappearing.
Production of the vehicle has already been completed, and when the remaining inventory is sold out, it will put an end to its history.
The new CR-V will be introduced overseas, but there are currently “”no plans”” to introduce this new model to Japan.
The first-generation CR-V was a passenger car-based crossover SUV that surpassed even the Toyota RAV4 in popularity. It can be said to be one of the vehicles that laid the foundation for the popularity of crossover SUVs in Japan.
The first-generation CR-V and ZR-V had something in common. The base model was the Civic.
The first-generation CR-V, introduced in 1995, was based on the chassis of the sixth-generation Civic (EK model), and was equipped with a 2-liter engine and a suspension that secured minimum ground clearance.
The 4WD system was the same dual-pump standby 4WD used in the Civic Ferio, and while it was not suitable for serious off-road driving, it was not inadequate for everyday use, which was one of the reasons for its popularity.
The first generation CR-V, which became a big hit, was fully remodeled into the second generation model in 2001. The second-generation model continued to be based on the Civic, and the design and other aspects of the design were based on a kept-concept that left a strong impression of the first-generation model.
However, by this time, rivals from other manufacturers had appeared in the domestic market, and the second-generation CR-V did not gain the same popularity as the first-generation model.
On the other hand, the CR-V became explosively popular in the North American market, and from then on, the CR-V’s main focus was on the North American market.
As a result, the third generation CR-V broke away from the Civic base and expanded its body size. The CR-V was reborn as a completely higher class vehicle with only a 2.4-liter engine.
While the Civic continued to be popular in the North American market, its popularity in Japan declined, and sales of the Japanese version were terminated in the middle of the fourth generation.
In 2016, the fifth generation model was reintroduced to the Japanese market, but it was hidden from the market by strong rivals, and although the car itself was well received, it failed miserably in terms of sales.
The new ZR-V, to be launched this year, will have a body size in between that of the Vezel and the CR-V, and will share the same powertrains as the current Civic, a 1.5-liter gasoline turbo and a hybrid.
It is not too big to be driven in Japan, and its urban and sophisticated interior and exterior design are sure to appeal to Japanese customers.
In the North American market, as the successor to the former Vezel, the new “”HR-V”” has been on sale since June 2022, and orders have been strong there.
The new ZR-V, which has a different worldview from the CR-V, may become the company’s new signature crossover SUV in Japan, as Honda has planned.
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