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Nissan Sentra NISMO Concept Makes Official Debut In Detroit

Nissan Sentra NISMO Concept is the next addition to brand’s NISMO line of factory performance models. The concept car has been built on the latest generation Nissan Sentra. The latter offers excellent balance of premium style, innovative technology and fuel-efficient performance. The concept of course sports increased performance and design tuner elements. 

The concept also includes many features such as race-inspired exterior with enhanced aerodynamic performance, NISMO-tuned suspension, steering and transmission and engaging motorsports-style cockpit.

More importantly, the car is equipped with 1.8-liter direct injection turbocharged engine that generates more than 240 horsepower (176 kW) and 240 lb-ft (325 Nm) of torque, coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission and limited-slip differential. 

In comparison to the production model, the car has some exterior modifications, which are designed to enhance Sentra’s good aerodynamics, beginning with a deep front fascia with lower LED lights and wide lower grille, LED daytime running rights and upper grille. 

In terms of aerodynamics, the car features wide lower front spoiler, oversized fender flares and integrated side sills, deep-skirted rear fascia and large dual exhaust tips. What completes the look is a custom made rear spoiler and center rear fog lamp.

The signature NISMO red accents accentuate the areas where aerodynamics have been emphasized such as the lower spoiler, side mirrors and side sills. At the front and rear are located NISMO badges with signature matching red “O”. The exterior body color here is the custom Bright Pearl White with a unique reflective roof panel. 

The aerodynamic side door mirror covers, front splitter and rear diffuser are finished in a genuine carbon fiber diagonal pattern. The special Black Chrome-finished mesh grille is surrounded by Dark Chrome. 

Sentra’s independent strut front and torsion beam rear suspension have gotten NISMO tuning treatment. They were completed with custom performance shocks and springs. Wide 19-inch RAYS aluminum-alloy wheels fitted with 225/35R19 Michelin Super Sport performance tires and red-painted 370Z brake calipers round out the package.

Inside, Sentra NISMO Concept interior includes a wide range of NISMO-inspired upgrades, such as Recaro “Sportster” front seats with custom black leather and Alcantara appointments, rear seats with perforated black Alcantara, and Alcantara wrapped pillars and headliner.

The steering wheel is also decided in red leather and Alcantara and includes matching shift knob and shifter lever boot surround. The instrument cluster includes a satin carbon fiber finish, while all chrome accents received a Dark Chrome finish. The start button and tachometer include iconic NISMO anodized red rings.

 Source: Nissan