Nissan on a Crossroad

By : Hesti Yanuarti

Nissan Hybrids

The Japanese car manufacturer Nissan  is currently on a crossroad. Nissan Hybrid is waiting and observing the global auto market before it decides whether it will concentrate in the production of  Hybrid vehicles.

According to the head hancho of Nissan Hybrid , hybrid with the contest heating up, Nissan will have to wait ehether the car buying public will go for diesel vehicles or hybrids. The Altima, although a Nissan hybrid , uses Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive. Nissan also promise to deliver a three-liter car in 2010.

Feature of Nissan Hybrid Altima

There are a few luxury hybrid choices out there, and the Nissan Hybrid Altima seems to be the most popular of those choices. Check out some of the features of the Nissan Hybrid Altima and what sets itself apart from the other hybrids.

The Nissan Hybrid Altima has a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder DOHC engine that is equipped with a continuously variable transmission complete with unique front wheel drive. The Nissan Hybrid Altima has a 158-horsepower petrol engine and a 40-horsepower electric motor. The internal combustion engine is located 162 feet from the gas engine and about 199 feet away from the electric motor. Gas Mileage and Environmental Information

Combustion engines burn gasoline and produce by-products in the form of carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide emissions. In addition the Nissan Hybrid has been classified as an Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle. It has exceeded in its ability to reach Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle standards.

Due to the vehicle’s outstanding environmental and fuel efficiency levels, the Nissan Hybrid Altima  has received certification from the US Internal Revenue Service for reaching the specified requirements imposed on Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit. As a consequence the Nissan Altima Hybrid gains a tax credit of around $2,350. Other Features. Safety is a main component of the car. The Nissan Hybrid Altima is equipped with standard airbags.

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