Although its been discontinued from the European and U.S. markets for a while, the Note hatchback (Versa Note in North America) continued a flourishing career at home in Japan, where it has just reached its third, all-new generation. Following todays unveiling, the compact will be heading to dealerships for the first sales, planned to kick off on December 23rd.
We could argue the former MPV turned regular compact doesnt have the same mojo as the European 2021 Qashqai or the U.S.-centered Rogue, but as far as landmarks are concerned, its one of electrifying importance. This is because Nissan has decided to offer the all-new Note exclusively with an electrified powertrain, the companys e-Power solution.
And they are making the move on the companys most popular model in its home market, not a niche vehicle that wasnt going to have an impact on sales. Bold move, some will say, but were probably going to have to grow accustomed to such decisions going forward.
Besides, the brand is gift-wrapping the electrified powertrain with a stylish ribbon, as the 2020 Note is highlighting Nissans modern design direction, dubbed Timeless Japanese Futurism. Its on the same page as the fully electric Ariya, so no complaints about the Note lacking in character.
The interior is said to be as comfortable and spacious as it gets, with Nissan packing in some Zero Gravity seats for good measure, along with a fully digital instrument cluster and a large touchscreen display in the middle of the dashboard.
Riding on a new platform probably the Alliances CMF-B architecture the 2021 Note will be sold in Japan exclusively with the second evolution of the e-Power electrified powertrain. According to Nissan, its 6% more powerful and 10% more torquey, though were not being given the exact figures.
We do know the local pricing, with the 2020 Note e-Power kicking off at 2,029,500 JPY ($19,462 at the current exchange rates). More importantly, the automaker is teasing the arrival of a fully electric dual-motor AWD version later on next month.
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All-New 2021 Nissan Note Breaks Cover in Japan With Evolved e-Power Drivetrain - autoevolution
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