Friday, August 28, 2009
Nissan Altima Hybrid
The Nissan Altima Hybrid appearance a 2.5 L QR25DE engine, CVT and electric motor/generator.
Its ammunition ability is 6.7 L/100 km (42 mpg-imp; 35 mpg-US) burghal and 7.1 L/100 km (40 mpg-imp; 33 mpg-US) highway, based on revised EPA measures for ammunition abridgement ratings. In 2008 the Nissan Altima Hybrid was rated at the same.
Nissan Altima Coupe
First clearly appear at the 2006 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2008 Altima Coupe is Nissan's first-ever two-door Altima. It has a beneath wheelbase, beneath all-embracing breadth and lower acme than the Altima Sedan.
The 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe is accessible with two engines: The aforementioned adapted VQ35DE in the sedan, a 270 hp (201 kW) 3.5-liter 24-valve DOHC V6 or the QR25DE, a 175 hp (130 kW) 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve inline 4-cylinder. The 4-cylinder adaptation of the auto has a abject amount in the United States of $20,490, while the 3.5-liter V6 will accept a abject amount of $24,890.
Changes to the 2009 Nissan Altima Coupe include: The 6-speed chiral manual actuality aesthetic for bigger operational feel; New 16-inch caster awning design; New accepted 18-inch aluminum-alloy caster architecture for Nissan Altima Coupe 3.5 SE model; forth with accepted 235/45R18 Michelin tires; New high-gloss grille accomplishment (previously average gloss) and New auto speed-sensing aperture locks. The 4-cylinder adaptation of the auto has a abject amount in the United States of $21,750, while the 3.5-liter V6 will accept a abject amount of $26,390. These prices do not accommodate the $720 destination and administration fee.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Fourth generation of Nissan Altima (2007–present)
The 2007 Nissan Altima uses revised versions of the engines from the third generation model. The VQ35DE 3.5 L V6 engine produces 270 hp, and the QR25DE 2.5 L straight-4 produces 177 hp (132 kW).A 6-speed manual is standard, and a continuously variable transmission replaces the traditional automatic as the optional transmission. The Nissan Altima is the first product based on the new Nissan D platform, co-developed with Renault. The Nissan Altima SE-R, introduced in 2005 as a third generation Altima, did not appear at the launch of the fourth generation. The new 2007 Nissan Altima is promoted by the television commercial slogan, "Yup, it's that good!"
The 2007 Nissan Altima sports some more recent innovations in the market, including, but not limited to, standard "push-button start" (Called "Renault Card"), Bluetooth capability for cell phones and a parking camera. The dashboard has larger buttons for easy readability and a total of nine cupholders, three hidden under the center console, two in the rear armrest, and one 20-ounce cup holders in each door. Several hidden compartments have been added as well as doubling the glove compartment space to 0.46 cubic feet (13 L). For 2008, even the base model Altima 2.5S has special high-end standard features typical of more expensive luxury cars (Alcantara armrests, 6 speaker sound system, Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS), Variable Induction System, Nissan Direct Ignition System, Iridium-tipped spark plugs, Dual exhaust with chrome-tipped finishers, UV-reducing solar glass, Intelligent Key with push-button ignition (pressing buttons on door handles will not lock if car detects key inside the car, keyless button on the trunk too), Vehicle speed-sensitive variable intermittent windshield wipers, Map lights and rear reading lights, and optional Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with manual mode. Car and Driver tested the inline four cylinder Altima 2.5S w/ CVT to go from 0-60 mph in 7.2 sec; the 6 cylinder model w/ CVT goes 0-60 mph in 6.6 sec according to Edmunds Insideline.
There has been speculation[who?] that the Altima will soon replace the Primera as Nissan's European competitor in the large family car market that is dominated by models such as the Ford Mondeo and Peugeot 407. Nissan has yet to confirm whether this will happen. The Primera is still made at the Sunderland plant in England, although UK sales ceased in late 2006 and an NMUK spokesman warned that its direct successor might not be sold in the UK due to the old model's fall in popularity during the final year or two of its life.Article Directory : en.wikipedia.org
Third generation of Nissan Altima (2002–2006)
2003–2004 received two tone dash colour, as well as 245 hp (183 kW) and 249 lb·ft (338 N·m) of torque. Acceleration with the 5-speed manual was under 6 seconds at 5.9 with half a tank. 2002–2004 models with manual gearbox were the lightest of the V6 (4DR) cars.
2005–2006 Nissan Altima 2.5S
2005–2006 Nissan Altima SE-R
In 2005 the Altima received a facelift, including a new front grille, all-red taillights, redesigned interior, and an optional DVD-based navigation system. The V6 was now rated at 250 hp (186 kW), and its optional automatic was now a 5-speed. Also new was the SE-R model with a 260 hp (194 kW) version of the V6, a 6-speed manual transmission (automatic still optional), upgraded brakes, 18-inch wheels, a suspension even stiffer than that of the 3.5 SE's, and a high-flow exhaust.
The third-generation Altima was well-received by the press, with many critics praising the new style and extra space. It was one of the most powerful and best-handling family sedans available, making the nameplate competitive in the midsize segment for the first time. While previous iterations received decent reviews, the third-generation Altima was the first to enjoy considerable success, and it was credited with a turnaround of Nissan's operations. Most of the criticism centered on the interior, which was cited for using hard and brittle plastics. Some also found the steering too light and/or abrupt, and the turning circle wide due to the elongated wheelbase.
Additionally, numerous complaints have been filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration related to the excessive oil and coolant consumption of 2002 Altimas with the 2.5 liter engine. This is often related to an inferior material used in the head gasket often resulting in massive failure of the head gasket resulting in both danger to the operator and major repair costs of between $2000 and $3000. Nissan maintains that this is not a recall issue and at some point, "the owner must take responsibility for the vehicle" even if damage was caused by design or material defects.
The Power Valve is a series of four plates in the QR25DE 4-cylinder engine, one per cylinder. The plates open and close simultaneously to allow more air into the combustion chamber for increased power. Each plate is held in place by two screws. The screws have been known to come loose as well as the plates and are then ingested into the engine via the intake ports. Nissan's remedy has been to remove the intake manifold, and if the screws are present, remove them and apply loctite upon reinstalling the screws. Nissan has in some cases elected to replace entire engines, however on a selective basis.
Thousands of Altima 2002 had excessive Oil consumption caused by bad pre-cat design. Nissan is not responsible for that obvious problem.Article Directory : en.wikipedia.org
Second generation of Nissan Altima(1998–2001)
Trim lines were the stripper XE, volume-selling GXE, sporty SE, and luxury-trimmed GLE. The SE can be distinguished by its body-color grille, fog lights, rear spoiler, alloy wheels, and white-faced gauges. In this generation of Altima, all GLEs had leather seats standard.
2000–2001 Nissan Altima SE
For 1999 the uplevel cassette/CD stereo got a new faceplate, GXE and SE models gained variable intermittent wipers, and GLEs gained standard alloy wheels.
The majority of changes came for the 2000 model year. The engine increased in power from 150 to 155 hp (116 kW)with 4 way sparks, and it improved the 0-60 time from 8.7 to 8.4 seconds. Gearing and final drive ratios were shortened on both transmissions, stabilizer bars were thickened, and the steering was firmed up. SE and GLE models also upgraded to 16-inch wheels with lower-profile tires, new Monroe struts with "acceleration-sensitive strut valving", and a front strut tower brace for sportier handling (all optional on GXE). The Altima grew slightly longer and got a deeper front grille, one-piece headlamps with turn signals, all-red taillights, and plastic trim on the decklid. Inside were new front seats with a driver's height adjuster, cupholders for the rear seat (automatic transmission models only), revised seat cloth, a new instrument panel with digital odometers, a new rear window antenna, and the keyless entry fob now included a trunk release. Side airbags were newly standard on GLE and available on GXE and SE. For 2001, the Altima GXE again gained a Limited Edition package: power driver's seat, keyless entry with alarm, and floor mats. Article Directory : en.wikipedia.org
Sunday, August 16, 2009
2009 Nissan Xterra Overview
Nissan Safari Adventure grade rugged SUV is a subtle change in exposure for the year 2009. The Nissan Xterra is available in four finishes: X, S, Off-Road and SE. The Off-Road is a four-wheel drive models. All models are available with the 4.0-liter V6. Six-speed automatic five-speed transmission. With the availability of features, light alloy wheels, all-terrain tires, roof panels for protection and Nissan Xterra is actually a vehicle anywhere. Air conditioning and standard passenger seats is no longer civilized. Security for all Nissan Xterra consists of two phases, before airbags, front belt pretensioners, traction control, stability control and four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes.
2009 Nissan Versa Overview
The Nissan Versa is an entry level car with the intention of economic production, with its positions mileage, price and size of most other vehicles in its class. In agreement with the position of entry-level car to Nissan, the Versa-programming is very simple. He is also aware of the back or limousine in two equipment variants, S and SL. All models are equipped with the same 122 horsepower 1.8-liter four-cylinder, the front wheels. Both S and SL hatch MIC are standard with a manual six-speed transmission. A four-speed automatic is optional on S and MIC on the standard SL limousine for an advanced Xtronic CVT (continuously variable transmission) is on SL hatches. The default security of six airbags, anti-lock brakes and electronic brake force distribution are optional. Effective April 2009, the Nissan Versa , fluidity FE + 1.8SL rear trim 1MPG with improving the city and highway ratings.
2009 Nissan Sentra Overview
The Nissan Sentra front-wheel drive 4-door sedan is a practical, spacious and economical car with the MIC longer available for the needs of a person. The Nissan Sentra has six MIC are available: 2.0, 2.0s, which 2.0SL, 2.0SR, SE-R and SE-R Spec V to 2.0-liter four-cylinder 140 hp and production is estimated at one-or six-speed continuously variable transmission (CVT with FE +). The SE-R and SE-R Spec V has a 2.5-liter four-cylinder 177 hp for the SE-R and 200 hp for the Spec V. The SE-R has a CVT transmission standard and specifications of V is a six-speed equipped. Safety equipment is extended to all TRIM, including dual-stage front airbags, before airbags, full curtain airbags, active head restraints, front seat, and a system for monitoring tire pressure. For the year 2009, the Nissan Sentra is a new sport-2.0SR Look trim.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
2009 Nissan Rogue Overview
The beautiful Rogue crossover was an all-new alms from Nissan for 2008. For 2009, Nissan has added an auto-locking action to the ability aperture locks.
Resembling the Nissan Murano, the Nissan Rogue offers agnate iconic administration in a hardly abate package. Available in two trim levels, abject S and added flush SL, all Nissan Rogue are able with 2.5-liter, 170-hp, four-cylinder agent akin to a continuously capricious manual (CVT). The Nissan Rogue seats up the bristles cartage in it's able-bodied appointed interior. Features such as air-conditioning, brazier seats, ability window and alien keyless access are standard. Accepted assurance book includes; four-wheel anti-lock brakes with agitation assist, adherence control, absorption control, advanced bench side-impact and all row side-curtain airbags.
2009 Nissan Quest Overview
The Nissan Quest is the best characteristic minivan on the market. With its different styling, acknowledging abeyance and able engine, the Nissan Quest offers added alive dynamics than best added minivans.
The Nissan Quest is offered in four trim levels: abject 3.5, 3.5 S, 3.5 SL and 3.5 SE. All are powered by Nissan's superb 3.5-liter, 235-hp V6 engine, which admiral the advanced auto through a five-speed automated transmission. The Nissan Quest comes accepted with the most recent in assurance features, including blind airbags for all three rows, alive arch restraints, cyberbanking adherence ascendancy (SE only), absorption control, anti-lock brakes with Brake Assist, additional a tire-pressure monitor.
For 2009, auto-locking ability aperture locks accept been added.
Sunday, August 9, 2009
2009 Nissan Pathfinder Overview
The Nissan Pathfinder is a mid-size SUV ill-fitted for aggregate from a burghal affairs to off-road adventures. It provides asperous achievement and administration in a adequate package.
The Nissan Pathfinder is able with a 4.0-liter V6 agent that produces 266-hp. A 5.6-liter 310-hp V8 is accessible on the four-wheel drive version. Both engines are akin to a five-speed automated transmission. The Nissan Pathfinder seats seven and includes such assurance appearance as alive arch restraints, anti-lock brakes, cyberbanking adherence ascendancy and annoy burden monitoring.
For 2009, the Nissan Pathfinder has simplified the availability of its V8 engine, which is now alone offered on the four-wheel drive LE trim.
2009 Nissan Murano Overview
The Nissan Murano is a crossover agent that integrates action and aerial fashion. It combines sport-utility burden accommodation and adventurous alive dynamics.
The Nissan Murano, in front-wheel drive, is accessible in S, or SL trim. Order the all-wheel drive system, and an added LE trim is available. The Murano appearance Nissan's superb 3.5-liter six-cylinder VQ engine, which generates 265 horsepower. The agent is akin to Nissan's Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with adaptive about-face control. Standard appearance for the Murano accommodate 18" admixture wheels, six airbags, and advanced bench alive arch restraints.
The Nissan Murano has been redesigned for 2009.
2009 Nissan Maxima Overview
Nissan accept absolutely redesigned the Nissan Maxima for 2009 with a glassy fresh exoteric and a added avant-garde interior. This fresh adaptation still maintains the brand stylish, adventurous attending and feel and adequate affluence appearance that Nissan Maxima owners accept appear to expect.
The Nissan Maxima is offered in two trims: 3.5 S and 3.5 SV. The 3.5-liter V6 agent now appearance 290-hp. All that ability is fed to the advanced auto via a continuously capricious automated (CVT) manual with absorption control. Standard assurance book includes; dual-stage advanced air bags, front-seat side-impact air bags, blind side-impact air accoutrements for advanced and rear outboard occupants, front-seat alive arch restraints, and a tire-pressure monitor.
2010 Nissan GT-R Overview
The Nissan GT-R is the fifth bearing of this admirable Japanese supercar, but this is the aboriginal bearing accessible to North American enthusiasts. Able-bodied accepted to video gamers in this allotment of the apple as banned fruit, the Nissan GT-R brings fresh levels of achievement and technology to Nissan's line-up.
Powered by a hand-built 485-hp twin-turbo 3.8-liter V6, the Nissan GT-R makes acceptable use of all that advance through a paddle-shifted, rear army six-speed bifold clamp consecutive gearbox and cyberbanking all-wheel drive. Roads and racetracks are handled by an electronically controlled absolute abeyance that adjusts itself to alteration conditions, or allows the disciplinarian to chose a adopted setting. Handling is additionally assisted by 20" artificial admixture auto surrounding 15" cross-drilled Brembo brakes at all four corners. The autogenous appearance achievement brazier seats, a animate army amateur button and a centrally army video awning that can affectation several pages of automated and active advice as able-bodied as aeronautics and audio.
For 2010, the Nissan GT-R assets 5-hp, the braking arrangement has been updated, the shocks accept been redesigned and bounce and damper ante accept been revised. As well, the non-Premium trim now has accepted ancillary and blind airbags.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
2009 Nissan Frontier Overview
The mid-size Nissan Frontier auto combines innovation, versatility and acumen and is acceptable for both assignment and the trail.
The Nissan Frontier is accessible as a King Cab or a Crew Cab archetypal in either a 4x2 or a 4x4 drive system. The Nissan Frontier offers four audible trims: the abject XE, the able-bodied able SE, the comfortable LE and the PRO-4X off-road model. The accessible engines accommodate a 152 application 2.5-liter four-cylinder or a 261 application 4.0-liter V6. The four-cylinder agent can be akin to either a five-speed chiral or a five-speed automated chiral and the V6 agent can be commutual with either a six-speed chiral or a five-speed automated transmission. Safety appearance accommodate accepted four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, advanced commuter airbags with alternative seat-mounted side-impact airbags and side-curtain airbags.
For 2009, the NISMO trim is now referred to as the PRO-4X trim.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
2009 Nissan Cube Overview
The Nissan Cube looks like annihilation abroad on the alley today, it boasts fun and amusing styling, accomplished ammunition ability and amplitude for bristles bodies in its comfortable, yet arbitrary interior.
The front-wheel drive Nissan Cube is powered by a 122-hp 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, anchored to either a six-speed chiral or Xtronic CVT. There are four trim levels available, 1.8, 1.8S, 18SL and 1.8 Krom, anniversary is accepted with appearance like speed-sensitive steering, anti-lock brakes, keyless entry, ability windows, distinct CD player, 6-way chiral disciplinarian seat, bolt seats, six airbags, alive advanced arch restraints, annoy burden ecology and adherence control. The S adds things like cruise control, a burden cover, bifold vanity mirrors, two added speakers (for a absolute of four) and a disciplinarian bench armrest. The SL again adds a accepted CVT, 16" admixture wheels, auto headlights, auto altitude control, two added speakers (for a absolute of six) and iPod interface. Finally, the Krom specialty agent brings a custom attending to the agency with an aero anatomy kit, chrome grille, rear spoiler, Bluetooth, covering council caster with audio controls, and a Rockford Fosgate subwoofer.
The 2009 Nissan Cube is all-new to the North American Nissan family.
2010 Nissan Armada Overview
The Nissan Armada seats up to eight bodies and is accessible in either rear- or four-wheel drive. Class arch towing adequacy comes from a 317-hp 5.6-liter V8 akin to a five-speed automatic. An E85 Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) adaptation of the V-8 is available. Standard assurance appearance accommodate cyberbanking adherence control, alive arch restraints, ancillary blind and advanced ancillary airbags, and anti-lock brakes with anchor assist. New for 2010 the Nissan Armada is accessible in SE, Titanium, and Platinum trims. The Titanium and Platinum Editions affection upgraded auto and exoteric trim, as able-bodied as the Nissan Intelligent Key and covering bench trim. The Titanium and Platinum Editions additionally accommodate an upgraded Bose stereo while the Platinum Edition includes acrimonious seats, moonroof, DVD Entertainment system, aeronautics arrangement and a 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive.
Now accessible in three trims with upgraded appearance the 2010 Nissan Armada is mainly a aftereffect from 2009.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
2009 Nissan 350Z Overview
Like the aboriginal Datsun 240Z, the Nissan 350Z is fast, it's fun, it's affordable, and it's authentic sports car.
The Nissan 350Z auto has three trims available: the Enthusiast, the Touring and the Grand Touring. All appear accepted with the fresh 306-hp 3.5-liter V6, and a six-speed chiral transmission. An alternative five-speed automated is accessible on all models. Safety appearance includes dual-stage advanced airbags, with added seat-mounted ancillary airbags. A annoy burden ecology system, anti-lock brakes with Cyberbanking Brake-force administration and anchor abetment are accepted on all models. Traction ascendancy is accepted on all models, but the Grand Touring trim additionally receives cyberbanking adherence as accepted equipment.
For 2009, the Nissan 350Z auto is a aftereffect of the 2008.
2010 Nissan 370Z Overview
The avant-garde Nissan 370Z avalanche in band with Z's of the past. Designed with performance, appearance and amount in mind; it's a authentic sports car in every respect.
The Nissan 370Z can be had as a auto or auto configuration, alignment from balmy with the Base and upgraded Touring trim, to the chase clue aggressive NISMO trim. Both, Base and Touring models appear accepted with a 332-hp 3.7-liter V6, and a six-speed chiral transmission. An alternative seven-speed automated with paddle shifters is accessible on both trims. The achievement aggressive NISMO hosts a 350-hp 3.7-liter V6, and a six-speed chiral chiral with SyncroRev Match; what this does is bout the agent rpm's to the chiral while downshifting, appropriately accouterment bland and seamless transitions from accessory to gear. Safety appearance accommodate six airbags, alive arch restraints, annoy burden ecology system, anti-lock brakes with Cyberbanking Brake-force administration and anchor assist, cyberbanking absorption and adherence control, and LED anchor lights. An accessible Action package, on the Base and Touring trim, adds SynchroRev Bout on the chiral transmission, 19-inch failing artificial admixture wheels, a adhesive bound blooper differential, spoilers and action brakes.
For 2010, the auto has been added to the lineup. The auto is a assiduity from aftermost year's model.
2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid Overview
The Nissan Altima Hybrid offers performance, comfort, safety, economy, and acceptable looks in this environmentally affable ancestors sedan.
The front-wheel drive Nissan Altima Hybrid auto comes with a accepted 158 application 2.5-liter agent accompanying to an electric motor with a rechargeable array backpack and a continuously capricious manual (CVT) to aftermath accomplished ammunition economy. The Nissan Altima Hybrid is able-bodied able with 16-inch admixture wheels, automated air conditioning, AM/FM stereo with CD, cruise control, ability mirrors, windows and aperture locks with alien keyless entry. Assurance appearance accommodate absorption and adherence control, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with agitation assist, advanced and ancillary airbags, with a ancillary blind airbag for both advanced and rear passengers.
For 2009, the Nissan Altima Hybrid is a carryover.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
2009 Nissan Altima Overview
Saturday, August 1, 2009
2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid
2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid
2008 Nissan Altima
Friday, July 31, 2009
2009 Nissan 370Z
2009 Nissan Altima
Thursday, July 30, 2009
First generation of Nissan Altima
Serious safety recall issues with the 1995 Nissan Altima AIR BAGS system. Records of detailed investigations involving seat-belted passengers show that 1994 and early 1995 Nissan Altima air bags have caused severe eye injuries to more than two dozen people. US Federal investigators knew of 32 such cases, and Public Citizen and the Center for Auto Safety have learned of others since then. The air bags have damaged retinas, caused irises to detach, led to permanently dilated pupils and can even rupture an eyeball. The victims have been left with blurred vision, light sensitivity and blindness in one or both eyes. Many people were completely blinded for weeks before regaining only partial vision. In most cases, the injuries occurred during minor, low-speed crashes in which the driver walked away unscathed. The vehicle passed the air bag safety standard, FMVSS 208, because the standard cannot measure the blinding effects on instrumented dummies used in the standards testing. These Nissan Altimas have a serious eye- injury rate for passengers that is 20 times greater than other models surveyed. Although NHTSA has been investigating since March 2001, when Public Citizen and the Center for Auto Safety asked the agency to look into the problem, it has taken no final action. It is estimated that about 197,500, of the 249,000 made remain on the road. Details of the Nissan Altima air bag dangers are to be found in the Testimony of Frank Clemente before the Oklahoma Legislature Joint Committee Hearing Concerning HB 2661 April 22, 2004. Also as case law discussed in The LA Times November 18, 2002 regarding the blinding effect of the faulty air bag system :
Added Clarence Ditlow, who heads the Center for Auto Safety, a consumer group based in Washington: "I've never seen a defect like this, which has such a singular injury mode -- which is physically blinding someone." The air bags are the focus of a long-running investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which could demand a recall of nearly 200,000 cars if it finds they are defective.
All Nissan Altima models used Nissan's 150 hp (112 kW) KA24DE I4 DOHC engine mated to a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic, which provided the fastest performance among all 4-cylinder competitors (10.4 seconds to 60 mph (100 km/h) with automatic,8.4 with manual). (By contrast, the Japanese Bluebird SSS could be had with Nissan's SR20DET engine and all-wheel-drive.) Suspension was composed of struts with stabilizer bars at both ends and was noted for providing sporty, satisfying handling (plus a firm ride and moderate road noise); all wheels were 15-inches. Being one of the bigger compact cars, the Nissan Altima could seat four adults fairly comfortably, though its body was too skinny for five. Trim lines consisted of the stripper XE, mid-line GXE, sporty SE, and luxury GLE. Some options included a gold emblem package, molded mud guards, and a pin stripe. All models had small cupholders under the radio and a small glovebox which were improved in the 1998 redesign.
The base XE (rare) had manual windows. The mid-line GXE had power windows, a power retracting antenna, pass thru rear armrest, digital clock in dash, and color matched plastic speaker grilles for the rear 6 inch speakers. The XE and GXE models only had the fixed intermittent wiper switch.
In addition to the GXE features, the SE had a stiffer suspension, fog lights, 3 leg mount rear spoiler (1993 models with a clear LED brake light), side skirts (no upper side moldings), and sport seats (plus a standard sunroof in 1994–1995). It also had 4-wheel disc brakes, which came on the other trim lines when antilock brakes were ordered.
The GLE's enhancements included a digital head-up display(1993 and 1994 only), which displayed speed in MPH or km/h, turn signals, and various warning lights on a unique mirrored patch made into the windshield. The 1989 to 1994 Maxima and 240SX had similar technology but only showed speed. Other features included a coin holder built into the fuse panel cover(1993 and 1994 only), adjustable lumbar support on the front seats, automatic digital climate control, keyless entry with alarm(optional), floor mats, color matched side mirrors, cornering lights, sunroof, and a higher-powered six-speaker cassette/CD stereo which included 6X9 rear speakers with black metal "active speaker" grilles, metal color matched "active speaker" grilles for the front door speakers(1993 and 1994 only), and a pair of A pillar tweeters all powered by 2 factory amps mounted underneath the rear deck. For 1997 it gave up all of the above in exchange for standard leather (previously optional). All SE and GLE models had alloy wheels and variable intermittent wipers.