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CONFIRMED FOR 2010:
350Z: The coupe was replaced by the 370Z in 2009; the same happens to the convertible in 2010.
370Z: A convertible version called the 370Z Roadster makes its debut. The 370Z Roadster (photo) features an electrically-operated soft top with one-button operation (i.e. no knuckle-busting latches to open). Like the 370Z coupe, the 370Z Roadster will be available in two trim levels, Base and Touring, the latter adding heated and cooled leather seats, Bluetooth, and a Bose stereo. Touring models will offer an optional navigation system and a Sport package with 19" RAYS wheels, improved brakes, limited-slip differential, and a rev-matching feature for manual-transmission cars.
ARMADA: The top-of-the-line LE model has been dropped, replaced by two models: The Titanium Edition (which adds leather seats, keyless ignition, Bluetooth, backup camera, Bose stereo, power-folding 3rd row seat and self-leveling rear air suspension) and the Platinum Edition (all Titanium equipment plus heated front seats and steering wheel, sunroof, power tailgate, rear-seat DVD player, and navigation). Nissan says the 2010 Armada Titanium Edition -- priced at $42,920 for the 4x2 and $45.720 for the 4x4 -- costs $2,500 less than a comparably-equipped '09 Armada, while the Platinum ($50,170 for 4x2, $52,970 for 4x4) costs $1,100 less than a similar '09 Armada.
GT-R: Now in its second year, Nissan's all-wheel-drive supercar gets a round of improvements. The engine has been bumped by 5 horsepower to 485, the twin-clutch automatic transmission has been recalibrated for better performance, the brakes now have rigid fluid lines, and the suspension gets Bilstien shock absorbers and altered spring rates that provide a more compliant ride at slower speeds as well as when the car is in "R" (sport) mode. Seat-mounted side airbags and side curtain airbags are now standard in all GT-Rs, not just the pricier GT-R Premium model. Silver cars get a polished front bumper, and theGT-R is now available in white.
MAXIMA: The Maxima was all new for 2009, and 2010 sees only minor changes. Bluetooth phone connectivity is now standard in all Maximas, and the SV get XM satellite radio. A new Monitor Package bundles a color LCD screen, 2 GB music server, audio/video input jacks, and a backup camera, while the Technology Package adds DVD playback capability as well as Bluetooth music streaming and XM NavWeather. The Maxima also adds two new exterior colors and gets new finishes for its wheels.
UNNAMED COMMERCIAL VEHICLE: Nissan plans to sell a line of commercial vehicles in the States, and the first is due in 2010. Nissan hasn't said which one it will be, but we expect a small van, similar in size or slightly larger than Ford's Transit Connect.
UNNAMED ELECTRIC VEHICLE: Nissan is developing an all-electric vehicle that will go on sale in the US in late 2010. The car will be a 5-passenger subcompact with a 100 mile range and will be powered by a Nissan-designed lithium-ion battery pack. Charge time is 4 hours from a 220 volt home charger, and public quick-charge stations running at 480 volts will be able to juice the car up to 80% capacity in 26 minutes. Nissan has not revealed the final exterior design, although it may mimic the next-generation Micra (here's a photo of the current Micra). I got a chance to sample the powertrain in a Cube test mule; it’s quick and unusually quiet, even for an electric vehicle. The EV will initially be sold to fleets and commercial entities, with retail sales starting in select regions as the public charging infrastructure becomes available.
BEYOND 2010:
GT-R SPEC V: Nissan will introduce a Spec V version of the GT-R in Japan. While they have confirmed that the Spec V will not be coming to the States in 2010, they haven't ruled out bringing it here at a later time. The Spec V features improved suspension, carbon-ceramic brakes, more extensive use of carbon fiber (including carbon fiber Recaro bucket seats), a titanium coated exhaust, and a recalibrated engine computer. The back seat is gone, saving weight, and the Spec V comes with an exclusive black paint job.
RUMORED:
ALTIMA, SENTRA, VERSA: Nissan's three top-selling sedans are heading into their fourth year, which means it's time for a mid-cycle refresh. Expect updated styling and possibly some new amenities on the existing running gear.