Nissan PH launches new Almera VL Sport Turbo variant

MANILA: Nissan Philippines Incorporated (NPI) has launched the new Almera VL Sport Turbo variant. 

The trim sits as the turbocharged sedan model’s new top-spec option, and it received plenty of exterior styling revisions, which made it more athletic-looking. It likewise comes standard with the Japanese marque’s premier companion smartphone application. 

“The Almera VL Sport is our way of giving our customers more options when it comes to style and convenience. It’s packed with features that make everyday driving more fun and easy. We’re excited for our customers to experience it,” Nissan Philippines President Yasuhisa Masuda said. 

Exterior

On the outside, NPI shared that the Nissan Almera VL Sport Turbo was designed with style in mind. 

Up front, the sedan wears a gloss black grille, which bears a “Sport” badge. It also received a black-colored front lip with a red contrast-color trim and a pair of sharp LED headlamp clusters. Its flanks were also enhanced with side skirts, while its rear end received a black-colored trunk-mounted spoiler and an additional Sport badge. 

In terms of size, the new variant is slightly longer compared to the non-Sport trims. For reference, here are the size figures of the new VL Sport variant: 

Dimensions (mm)	4,553x1,740x1,460
Wheelbase (mm)	2,620
Ground clearance (mm)	135

Specifically, the newly launched Almera version is 58 millimeters longer compared to the other trims. 

Completing the look of the model is a set of 16-inch alloy wheels. It was also kitted out with power-folding side mirrors and a pair of LED taillights. 

Specifically, the newly launched Almera version is 58 millimeters longer compared to the other trims. 

Completing the look of the model is a set of 16-inch alloy wheels. It was also kitted out with power-folding side mirrors and a pair of LED taillights. 

Interior

The cabin of the Nissan Almera VL Sport Turbo was enhanced visually, thanks to the addition of black and leather grey seats with Reddish Orange and White contrast stitching, as well as “Sport Embroidering.” The vehicle’s dashboard, door cards, and center armrest received Reddish Orange stitching, as well. 

Placed on the model’s dashboard is an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The model likewise has Bluetooth connectivity, several USB ports, and a six-piece speaker system. 

Adding more versatility to the VL Sport’s interior is a 60:40 split-folding rear seat. Its driver, meanwhile, has access to a push-to-start button, a push-to-start button, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, a seven-inch thin film transistor meter, keyless entry, and cruise control. 

Other notable interior features of the new sedan variant include Sport design pedals, a scuff plate, and a single-zone automatic climate control system, among others. 

Safety

Safety aboard the Nissan Almera VL Sport Turbo is provided by features such as six airbags, anti-lock braking, ISOFIX child seat anchors, hill-start assist, vehicle dynamic control, and tire pressure monitoring. 

The aforementioned are assisted by an array of advanced driver-assist systems listed below: 

• Blind-spot warning
• Rear-cross traffic alert
• Lane departure warning
• High beam assist
• 360-degree view monitor
• Forward collision warning

As mentioned above, the Japanese marque’s local arm has made the NissanConnect Services available for the Almera VL Sport, VL Turbo, and VE Turbo.

The aforementioned smartphone app has several capabilities for added convenience and safety. For starters, it can remotely lock and unlock the car and start or stop its engine. It also offers a maintenance alert and reminder function, an SOS emergency call button, vehicle theft alerts, and automatic collision notification, among others. 

Powertrain

Like the other locally available Nissan Almera trims, the new VL Sport uses a 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-3 gasoline mill capable of producing up to 98 horsepower and 152 Newton-meters of torque. 

Power is sent to its front wheels through a continuously variable transmission. It also features an idling stop system for added fuel efficiency. 

Handling ride quality for the model is a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear end. Stopping power is provided by a front disc brake and a rear drum brake. 

Pricing

Here are the pricing details for all Nissan Almera trims available locally: 

• EL Turbo MT: P845,000
• VE Turbo CVT with NCS: P 1.085 million
• VL Turbo CVT with NCS: P1.155 million
• VL Sport Turbo CVT with NCS: P1.195 million

Each purchase of the Almera VL Sport and VL variants is packaged with a 5-year or 150,000-kilometer warranty, whichever comes first. 

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