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Latest Nissan News For Seattle, Tacoma, And Bellevue Washington
It’s the highest of expectations - with critics tallying every pre-order, calculating potential sales and possible profits. The 2018 LEAF is revving toward Seattle; and behind it trails a long shadow, with the success of its predecessors looming. Can this platform continue the record-breaking pace Nissan has set within the EV market?

We think it can.



According to CNET, anticipation is mounting for the 2018 LEAF - with 13,000 units pre-ordered for the United States. This is an unprecedented number, with none of the previous Nissan platforms delivering such high interest; and critics believe that (when the hatchback arrives later this year) it will zip to the top of the charts.

The Kirkland team agrees. On January 1st we were thrilled to debut the 2018 LEAF to our customers - and the response was both immediate and enthusiastic. Drivers were thrilled by this platform’s innovative all-electric powertrain (which combines a 40-kWh lithium-ion battery with a 110-kW synchronous motor) and exclusive e-pedal system (which eliminates the traditional brake and accelerator design, blending them together instead for a single control unit). The promise of a 100% off-the-line torque experience left them amazed, with all 236 lb.-ft maximized for quick accelerations; while the 240-volt outlet yields charge times as low as one hour.

The 2018 LEAF is poised to dominate the Seattle market - and we can’t wait to see this platform purring down every street. To learn more contact us today.

Above the Nissan threshold once waited a neon sign - its border lined in red, its face angrily glowing. Across its insides read 300,000 and every zero blazed with fluorescent intensity. This was a milestone that none thought obtainable, a goal no one believed achievable; and each day the number flashed its disappointment.

That has (finally) changed.

According to Electrek, Nissan has just delivered its 300,000 LEAF to the market - making it the world’s best-selling EV platform! Strong responses in the United States and Japan have propelled this hatchback to the top of the charts; and no competitor (including Ford’s Fusion, Toyota’s Prius, or Chevrolet's Malibu Hybrid) has managed to secure such staggering month-to-month growth: with critics noting a jump from 1,457 units in November 2017 to 1,899 units in December 2017.

These numbers prove undeniably impressive - and, with the impending release of the 2018 LEAF, we expect Nissan to remain the leading EV brand. Anchored by a 40-kWh lithium-ion battery, this platform will yield 124 MPGe in the city and 101 MPGe on the highway. Its 150-mile all-electric range will prove perfect for daily commuters, sparing them frequent station visits; while its 147 HP powertrain will ensure peppy traveling. The next generation of performance is on its way.

We believe 300,000 will soon be replaced with 400,000 - with the LEAF leading the sales charge.



To learn more about the Nissan LEAF - including the 2018 model - contact our team today.
There’s great news coming out of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The automotive safety agency recently reported that the Nissan Titan Crew Cab pickup has improved its rating in the driver-side small overlap front test, lifting its score from Marginal to Good. The new rating applies to models built after August 2017 when Nissan modified the front-end structure to improve occupant protection.
 
The IIHS’s small overlap test, which was introduced in 2012, reproduces front left corner contact at 40 mph with an object like a tree or pole. For evaluation purposes, the object is a 5-foot-tall rigid barrier. 
 
Watch how the 2017 Nissan Titan Crew Cab (built after August 2017) performed in the driver-side small overlap IIHS crash test:
 
 
As you can see, the driver space of the modified Titan held up well in the crash test with maximum intrusion on the lower interior of 17 cm at the lower hinge pillar. Upper interior intrusion measured 7 cm at the hinge pillar and instrument panel. 
 
When the older 2017 Titan was tested, the driver space was not maintained well, with a lower interior intrusion measuring as much as 27 cm at the lower hinge pillar and 21 cm at the parking brake pedal. Upper interior intrusion measured 16-19 cm at the instrument panel and hinge pillar, and the steering column was also pushed back 9 cm towards the dummy.
 
And aside from its top score in the driver-side small overlap IIHS crash test, the re-worked 2017 and 2018 Titans also boasted “Good” scores in other categories as well, including the moderate overlap front, side, and roof strength tests, and head restraints and seats, proving that this pickup performer is a solid bet when searching for a truck offering impeccable safety.
 
Think you might want to give the 2017 or 2018 Titan a try? Contact us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington to schedule your test drive today.
Each year, the editors at Autoblog evaluate the latest and greatest automotive advancements in an effort to bestow their highly coveted Technology of the Year Award. This honor is given to the one vehicle that best exemplifies progress and new ways of thinking about vehicle tech.
 
And much to our pleasure, the Nissan Rogue was named as a finalist for 2018. Autoblog recognized the best-selling crossover for its ProPilot Assist semi-autonomous driving system. 
 
The Rogue was in good company with the Lexus LC 500h and its new hybrid powertrain, as well as the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 and its Multimatic spool-valve off-road shocks. The Lexus LC 500h eventually stole the top spot, earning the crown for the 2018 Technology of the Year Award, which was announced this week at the Detroit Auto Show.
 
 
Nissan’s ProPilot Assist is an all-new available technology on the 2018 Rogue SL trim as part of the Platinum Package. It provides assisted steering, braking, and accelerating during single-lane highway driving. ProPilot Assist is also paving the way for autonomous vehicles of the future by helping drivers stay centered in their lane, navigate stop-and-go traffic, maintain a set vehicle speed, and establish a safe distance to the vehicle ahead – all with the push of two simple buttons.
 
In the 2018 Rogue, the future of driving is here. To schedule your test drive in this chart-topping performer, contact us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington.
2018 nissan leaf for sale in seattle washingtonWith a solid history in the automotive industry, Nissan is shining an entirely new light on their expertise and innovative technologies. The company recently launched a solar generation and energy storage system for domestic use called Nissan Energy Solar.
 
Available in the United Kingdom, this all-in-one solution allows homeowners to live more sustainably by harnessing energy from the sun. The technology claims that it can cut energy bills by up to 66%.
 
Traditionally, solar energy has been used to power home appliances during the day, but Nissan’s innovation can collect and store excess energy and use it in the night. It can even be used to charge an all-electric car, like the Leaf, on a cloudy day.
 
Francisco Carranza, Managing Director at Nissan Energy, said the system addresses a substantial and cultivating market. "Solar panels have become the world's fastest-growing source of new energy and we're thrilled to launch Nissan Energy Solar in the UK," he said in a statement. "Over 880,000 UK homes already have solar panels installed and they are seeing the benefits every day, from decreasing electricity bills to increasing property values.”
 
The new technology also includes a home energy management system that will allow users to control how and when they use their energy – and in real time. The result is an entire energy system that’s efficient and sustainable.
 
Nissan Energy Solar starts at £3,881 (roughly $5,300 USD). There are no official plans to launch this in North America, but solar energy advocates are hopeful.
 
To learn more about Nissan’s innovations, including its range of all-electric vehicles, contact our dealership in Seattle, Washington.
buy a new nissan rogue in seattle washingtonWhat’s new for the 2018 Rogue? Are we ever happy you asked! With the addition of ProPILOT Assist technology, the most recent edition of this class-leading crossover is designed to both enhance your driving ability, and provide you with IIHS Award-winning safety on —and off— the road.

With a simple button located on the steering wheel, all it takes is one singular movement to engage the latest in drive-assisting technology. Intelligent cruise control detects the flow of traffic, delivering a preset distance from the car ahead regardless of its speed. Not impressed? In the event that the long line of vehicles stops, so will your Rogue. With lane detection, this SUV is also able to identify and keep you within highway markings. Even if you come to a bend in the road, it knows to follow the curve without intervention from the driver.

With rear cross traffic alert, the 2018 Rogue is able to detect oncoming traffic from either side as you pull out— for up to 60 feet. Who knew backing up could be so stress-free? The Around View monitor further bolsters your parking skills, providing a complete 360° birds-eye perspective of your surroundings. Throw in moving object detection, and you’ll be able to not only fit into any space like a 
glove, but keep pets and pedestrians safe while you do it.

Contact Kirkland Nissan today to get behind the wheel of the cutting-edge 2018 Rogue.

buy a new nissan maxima in seattle washingtonIt’s finally 2018— we’ve made it! With each new year comes an equally new set of tribulations and triumphs, successes and setbacks… The amount of per-annum change we all face throughout our lives is dizzyingly, beautifully terrifying. But in the midst of it all, trust that the Nissan Maxima will be your beacon through it all! With technology and style that prepares you for the future, this sedan is sure to get you precisely where you need to be going.

Now in its eighth generation, the 2018 Nissan Maxima features a tried-and-true entertainment system that’s guaranteed to please. With Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, gone are the days where the type of smartphone you had had anything to do with your shopping choices. And with intelligent forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking on all grade levels, this sedan’s tech is designed just as much for creature comforts as it is for serious safety.

New for 2018 is the addition of Carnelian Red to the Maxima’s available color lineup— as well as a black accent on the already jaw-dropping V-motion grille. Keeping in touch with its class-defining shape, this sedan retains its fluid, aerodynamic contours and swooping front. You better believe this vehicle is beautiful inside and out; with an interior that’s inspired by the cockpit of a fighter jet, there’s just as much to admire when you get behind the wheel.

Contact Kirkland Nissan to learn more about the 2018 Maxima today.

Nissan Working to Advance Use of Large Electric Vehicles in Seattle, World



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(Posted on Jan 19, 2018 at 05:55PM by Billy Kirk)
For years, the high cost of parts and development associated with large electric vehicles has stagnated that field. However, beginning in Japan, Nissan is now working to use LEAF technology to jumpstart an EV bus project that may eventually bring affordable zero-emission public transit worldwide.



Part of a Kumamoto University joint project with the local Ministry of Environment, the endeavor hopes to reduce or eliminate CO2 emissions from large vehicles. The “Yoka ECO Bus” is slated for real-world testing in western Japan beginning in February and will use an inverter pulled straight from the Nissan LEAF. A specialized gearbox is also being developed by the automaker.



Of course, the implementation of LEAF technology into this ambitious project is a no-brainer. Nissan’s car has shipped more than 300,000 units worldwide since its inception and is renowned for its progressive design. The upcoming 2018 model will bring consumers a 150-mile driving range, as well as 147 horses and 236-lb.-ft. of torque. Further, the zero-emissions EV will be run by a 40-kilowatt lithium-ion battery that’s capable of a tremendous 124 city / 101 highway MPGe.

With such technology under its belt, it seems that the EV bus project is bound for great success not only in Japan but, eventually, globally. Call us at Kirkland Nissan today to discuss the manufacturer’s all-electric endeavors, including the upcoming 2018 LEAF!
buy a new nissan frontier in seattle washingtonIt's been eight year since the Frontier received a makeover - with Nissan choosing to focus on performance instead of style. Luckily for Seattle drivers, however, a fully updated mid-size platform is coming soon!

Construction is alleged to be taking place in Nissan’s Canton, MS plant alongside the Titan and Murano. The truck’s design is believed to be based 
off its global counterpart the Navara, which features exterior styling that’s both sleek and rugged— perfect for urban outings and industrial excursions alike.

The base model is expected to contain a powerful V6 under the hood, providing drivers with excellent towing and hitching capability that’s ideal for the midsize consumer market. Despite these changes, Seattleites can almost certainly rest assured that features like the 
limited slip active brakes and utili-track channel systems will remain, helping to tackle projects of all sizes with ease and efficiency.

Contact Kirkland Nissan today to learn more about our existing pickup lineup, including the current Frontier and Titan models. 
buy a new nissan titan xd in seattle washingtonThe Titan XD features the massive Cummins turbo diesel underneath its hood— which sounds great on paper, but what exactly is this engine capable of? Allow us to take you on a mystical tour through its various features and abilities, so you can see firsthand why this full-size pickup is a class leader in project-crushing power.

Designed 
specifically for the Titan XD, the Cummins engine is a powerhouse of towing ability. With an astonishing 310 hp and 555 lb-ft of torque, expect hauling humongous loads to go by without a hitch— or with one, whatever you like! Able to pull over 12,000 lbs and carry 2,000 in its bed, the Titan XD is ready for whatever: from moving out of your home all the way to building one.

With the Holset M2 two-stage turbocharger, significant lags in acceleration through the gear range will be a thing of the past. Whatever cargo you’re moving, this truck can get it up and out of the project space without so much as a shudder. With its dual overhead cams system, the C
ummins engine fires its cylinders with extreme precision, ensuring that you’ll experience excellent power and performance no matter the payload.

Contact Kirkland Nissan today to learn more.
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