USA - Nissan announces 2014 cube pricing unchanged from 2013

Nissan today announced U.S. pricing for the 2014 Nissan cube®, which is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide. Prices remain unchanged from 2013, with a starting M.S.R.P.* of $16,760 USD. One new exterior color is offered for 2014 - Caspian Sea, which replaces the previous Bitter Chocolate. A bold palette of eight colors is offered, along with Black or Light Gray interiors.

The cube continues to stand out in a crowd with unique design elements such as the wraparound rear window, 58.1 cubic feet of cargo space and six standard air bags. The front-wheel drive cube is built on Nissan's proven B-platform and features a standard 122-horsepower 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine and a choice of Nissan's advanced, smooth shifting Xtronic CVT® (Continuously Variable Transmission) or 6-speed manual transmission.  The 2014 cube provides excellent fuel efficiency of 27 mpg city and 31 mpg highway with the CVT transmission.**

The Nissan cube® is available in three trim levels: S 6MT, S CVT and SL CVT. The SL CVT offers an optional SL Preferred Package which includes fog lights, Nissan Navigation System with 5.0-inch touch screen, NavTraffic®, RearView Monitor, Rockford Fosgate 8-inch subwoofer and amplifier, six upgraded speakers, SiriusXM Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), and USB connection port for iPod® interface and other compatible devices.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2014 Nissan cube are:

cube 1.8 S 6MT $16,760 USD
cube 1.8 S CVT $17,760 USD
cube 1.8 SL CVT $18,860 USD
Destination and Handling $810 USD

USA - Mercedes-Benz has best month yet for 2013

Best month yet for 2013

In the 10th consecutive month of its 2013 sales streak, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported total October sales of 32,620 units for the Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter and smart model lines, a 22.4% increase from the 26,642 vehicles sold in the same period last year.  Retail volumes for the Mercedes-Benz brand alone broke October records at 30,069, up 25.4%, while year-to-date sales rose 13.7% to a landmark  245,125 units.  Adding year-to-date volumes of 16,978 for Sprinter Vans and 7,450 vehicles at smart, MBUSA’s year-to-date totals reached 269,553 units, making this the best October in the company’s history.

“It’s been an extraordinary year for the brand, embodied in two cars— the CLA and the S-Class —as stunning as they are technologically fit,” said Steve Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA.  “More importantly, October sales show they’re resonating with customers.  The recently-launched CLA is already one of the top volume models and our flagship S-Class, just rolling into dealerships, is up 75%.  With sustained momentum and compelling product across the model range, we’re looking toward a record finish in the final stretch of 2013.”

Mercedes-Benz October sales were led by the C-, E- and CLA-Class model lines.  The sporty C-Class came in first at 6,548 units, followed close behind by the E-Class with sales of 6,456—an increase of 22.6% from October 2012.  Sales of MBUSA’s newest star, the sporty CLA-Class four-door coupe, rounded out the top three at 4,895.

The Sprinter model line posted month-to-date gains of 22.3% at 2,038 units, driven by the popularity of its redesigned 2014 lineup on sale since September.  Month-to-date sales at smart totaled 513 units.

Sales of Mercedes-Benz’s BlueTEC diesel models were 1,536 for the month, up 60% versus October 2012 (960) and up 10.1% for the year at 13,368.  The company’s high-performance AMG models finished the month with sales of 729, an increase of 49.4% from last October.

Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) recorded sales of 7,612 vehicles in October, an increase of 13.1% when compared to October 2012 (sales of 6,732 vehicles).  On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 80,502 vehicles, an increase of 21.4% over the 66,318 vehicles sold during the comparable period last year.

Nissan announces 2014 Pathfinder prices and spec.

Nissan today announced updated U.S. pricing for the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder SUV, which is on sale now at U.S. Nissan dealers nationwide. The latest iteration of Nissan's popular family adventure-ready SUV, introduced as a 2013 model, has re-energized Pathfinder sales with its unprecedented level of premium style, comfort, fuel economy and thoughtful technology.

To continue the momentum, Pathfinder receives a number of significant changes for 2014, starting with the addition of a new Pathfinder Hybrid model, which goes on sale in fall 2013.

In addition to the new Pathfinder Hybrid, enhancements for all 2014 Pathfinder models include a new SL Tech Package featuring Bose® 13-speaker Premium Audio System, Nissan Navigation System, Voice Recognition, XM NavTraffic and NavWeather capability (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Zagat Survey® Restaurant Guide, Bluetooth® Streaming Audio and 8-inch color touch-screen monitor.

The non-hybrid Pathfinder is available now in four models: S, SV, SL and Platinum, each offered in 4WD and 2WD.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5-liter V6 include:

Pathfinder S 2WD           $28,850 USD
Pathfinder SV 2WD           $32,110 USD
Pathfinder SL 2WD           $35,050 USD
Pathfinder Platinum 2WD   $39,750 USD
Pathfinder S 4WD           $30,450 USD
Pathfinder SV 4WD           $33,710 USD
Pathfinder SL 4WD           $36,650 USD
Pathfinder Platinum 4WD   $41,350 USD

Destination and Handling $860.

The 2014 Pathfinder is also available with four option packages: SL Tech Package, SL Premium Package, Platinum Premium Package and Trailer Tow Package.

About the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder
The 2014 Pathfinder provides confidence in tough weather conditions with Intuitive 4WD and a class-exclusive** dial with selectable 2WD, Auto or 4WD Lock modes. It also offers 5,000 pounds of standard towing capacity, the most standard towing in its class** and best-in-class mpg*** of 26 mpg highway / 20 mpg city and 22 mpg combined for the 2WD model and 25 mpg highway / 19 mpg city and 21 mpg combined for the 4WD model.

Pathfinder also offers comfortable seating for seven passengers and best-in-class roominess. Pathfinder's innovative EZ Flex™ Seating System with LATCH AND GLIDE™, an industry first 2nd row tip-up seat, allows easy 3rd row access with a child safety seat still installed (passenger side only).

The 2014 Pathfinder's attractive interior design includes comfortable seating for seven and premium seating materials. The Nissan Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display, located in the center of the instrument display between the tachometer and speedometer, features a 4.0-inch color display and utilizes natural-looking 3D-effect graphics. An available 8.0-inch touch-screen monitor, mounted in the middle of the instrument panel, provides intuitive interaction and control of the Nissan Navigation System, along with a variety of driver-selectable vehicle systems and settings.

A range of available features is also offered, starting with the class-exclusive Around View® Monitor**** and two rows of leather-appointed seating. Also available are Heated and Cooled front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, programmable Nissan Intelligent Key®, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, 13-speaker Bose® Premium Audio system, SiriusXM Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control, RearView Monitor and Remote Engine Start, Tri-Zone Entertainment System, Dual Panorama Moonroof and Easy Fill Tire Alert.

Nissan USA announces pricing for 2014 Quest

Nissan today announced U.S. pricing for the 2014 Nissan Quest, which is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide. Pricing remains unchanged from 2013, with a starting M.S.R.P.* of $25,990 USD.

For 2014, the Nissan Quest minivan once again offers an extensive list of family-friendly features - from its bold styling with full surround glass that provides an airy, open interior environment to one-touch power sliding doors, quick release fold-flat 2nd and 3rd row seats, Advanced Climate Control System and an always-available rear storage well. Two new exterior colors are added for 2014: Titanium and Gun Metallic.

Key features of the Nissan Quest minivan include standard Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition and optional one-touch power-sliding doors, which unlock and open the side door with the simple touch of a button; quick-release fold-flat 2nd and 3rd row seats - the 3rd row folds forward unlike any other minivan, so there is no stowing required; available Advanced Climate Control System (ACCS); and a standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Easy Fill Tire Alert.

All 2014 Quest models feature a standard VQ-series 3.5-liter DOHC V6 rated at 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, and an advanced Xtronic CVT® transmission that provides a smooth driving experience. Fuel economy is rated at 19 mpg city/25 mpg highway. Quest also features 4-wheel independent suspension, 4-wheel disc brakes and vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering.

Quest is offered in four well-equipped models: S, SV, SL and LE. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2014 Nissan Quest:

Quest 3.5 S $25,990 USD
Quest 3.5 SV $29,740 USD
Quest 3.5 SL $33,520 USD
Quest 3.5 LE $42,640 USD

Destination and Handling $860.