Nissan distributor Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has
introduced the Nissan Almera Black Series in Malaysia. The second model to
receive the Black Series treatment after the NP300 Navara, the B-segment sedan
gets a aerokit designed by Japanese tuner Tomei, as well as extra equipment for
no extra cost.
This means that the Black Series, offered in 1.5E
and 1.5VL Auto variants, are priced exactly the same as the standard models at
RM 69,800 and RM 79,800 respectively, on-the-road without insurance. Included in
the list price is a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, plus a
three-year/150,000 km warranty for all the accessories.
These accessories include the aforementioned Tomei
aerokit, consisting of an aggressive front spoiler, side skirts and rear
diffuser, all finished with Dark Titanium accents. Meanwhile, the existing
front grille, door mirror covers and 15-inch Y-spoke alloy wheels have been
painted gloss black, as has the new rear spoiler.
On the inside, buyers are treated to leather seats
with the same Dark Titanium highlights as the exterior, plus a Clarion Advanced
Display Audio infotainment system with a 6.75-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto connectivity and a reverse camera. Also fitted is a wide-angle
Driving Video Recorder dashcam as well as Solar Gard window tint film.
All these go on top of the Almera’s standard
equipment, which includes halogen reflector headlights, LED daytime running
lights, door mirror indicators, a driver’s airbag and ABS with EBD and brake
assist. The VL adds front fog lights, keyless entry, automatic
air-conditioning, a multifunction steering wheel, a Fine Vision instrument
cluster and dual airbags.
The mechanicals remain unchanged, so the Black
Series gets the same 1.5 litre HR15DE four-cylinder petrol engine, sending 102
PS and 139 Nm of torque to the front wheels through a four-speed automatic
transmission.
