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Nissan Juke Shiro widens appeal and Smart is revised
publication date: Feb 6, 2012
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author/source: Robin Roberts
A new top-of-the-range version of the Nissan Juke has
arrived.
Replacing the
successful limited edition Kuro, the Japanese word for black, Shiro moves to
the opposite side of the colour spectrum and means white in Japanese.
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badge has a host of white details to mark it out from lesser models in the
range. Inside there's a selection of tasteful white detailing.
The centre
console, inspired by the shape of a motorcycle fuel tank, is painted white, as
are the door panels and window switch surrounds.
The leather wrapped
steering wheel, gear gaiter and the edges of the leather seats all feature
white stitching, while the seats themselves have a double layer fabric with a
white background colour visible through the perforated leather facing.
The interior has a
leather covered centre armrest complete with white stitching, which also
provides additional storage; illuminated chrome-plated sill protectors for the
front doors and Juke-branded velour floor mats.
Externally, Shiro
can be identified by its stylish dark grey 17-inch alloy wheels, the satin
silver finish to the door handles and mirror caps plus a gloss black finish to
the B-pillar. Although available in any of the colours offered on Juke models,
Shiro does have one additional unique hue in its palette: Nightshade, a
sophisticated deep aubergine colour.
Shiro builds on the
top-of-the-range Tekna grade with prices starting from £17,695. It is available
with all three engine choices - a 110PS 1.5-litre dCi; 117PS normally aspirated
1.6-litre petrol; and the range-topping turbocharged direct injection petrol
1.6-litre DIG-T with 190PS. A 4x4 version and CVT automatics are also
available.
Deliveries are due
to commence from 1 March 2012 and like all Jukes, the Shiro will be produced at
Nissan's manufacturing plant in Sunderland. | | | Spring 2012 will see
the smart fortwo making its mark in a striking new look, featuring an upgraded
exterior and a fresh leather/fabric mix in the interior.
The substantially
revamped smart fortwo sports a markedly more dynamic appearance, featuring a
larger radiator grille with integrated logo, striking front aprons in a new
design, horizontally arranged LED daytime driving lights, muscular side skirts
and modified rear aprons.
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