The all-new Nissan Note Aura gets launched in Japan
Nissan has officially launched the latest Note Aura in Japan, with sales of the premium compact vehicle to start this autumn. This brand-new Note Aura will come with Nissan’s e-POWER electrified powertrain and will be a key part of the company’s electrification strategy. The latest Note Aura will adopt all the comfort and advanced technologies of the Note e-POWER, which was launched last year.
Its exterior design comes with an elaborately sculpted front grille, and an elongated, curved roofline. The rear fenders and new rear bumper will create a wide stance as well as a lower centre of gravity, giving the vehicle a strong vigorous appearance. The LED combination lamps will illuminate as a beam of light across the rear of the vehicle. In terms of colour choices, the vehicle will come 14 different body colours, as well as five two-tone combinations, which include Garnet Red with Super Black, and Midnight Black with Sunrise Copper.
The cabin will Zero Gravity seats that come in two variations; Herringbone patterned tweedlike fabric combined with synthetic leather or high-quality genuine leather with specially designed pleating to provide seating grip. The lower instrumental panel and centre console will get a wood-grain finish, while the door trims, front armrests, and instrument panel all get finished in tweed-like fabric. Entertainment-wise, it will come equipped with a Bose1 premium audio system. The optional Bose Personal Plus sound system speakers will be placed by the front passenger headrests and will provide an out-of-world sound experience. The cabin is also very quiet on the road and that is thanks to the noise dampening in the roof, doors, and front door glass.
An enhanced second-generation e-POWER electrified powertrain has made its way to the Note Aura and will produce a power output of 100kW and 300 Nm of torque. The 100% electric motor-driven system is also set to deliver more powerful acceleration and an even smoother driving experience.
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FAQ
Q: What does the Nissan Note Aura cost in South Africa?
The Nissan Note Aura hasn't been officially announced for the South African market yet, but if it does arrive, expect pricing to start around R450,000 to R550,000 based on similar premium compact vehicles with electrified powertrains in SA.
Q: Is the Nissan Note Aura worth buying?
The Note Aura looks brilliant with its 100kW e-POWER system, premium Bose audio, and genuinely luxurious cabin materials, but it's only available in Japan for now, so South Africans will have to wait and see if Nissan brings this electrified gem to our shores.
Q: How powerful is the Nissan Note Aura's e-POWER engine?
The second-generation e-POWER system in the Note Aura produces 100kW of power and 300Nm of torque from its 100% electric motor-driven setup, making it properly quick off the line while remaining incredibly efficient.
Q: What colours does the Nissan Note Aura come in?
You get a massive choice of 14 different body colours plus five two-tone combinations, including the stunning Garnet Red with Super Black and Midnight Black with Sunrise Copper options.
Q: Will the Nissan Note Aura come to South Africa?
Nissan hasn't confirmed South African availability for the Note Aura yet, but given our market's growing interest in electrified vehicles and premium compact cars, there's a decent chance it could arrive in 2025 or 2026.
Should You Buy It?
The Nissan Note Aura looks absolutely brilliant on paper, but here's the thing, it's currently only available in Japan with no confirmed South African launch date. If it does eventually arrive here, expect pricing around R500,000 to R600,000, putting it up against the likes of premium hatchbacks and compact SUVs. The 100kW e-POWER system, genuine leather Zero Gravity seats, and that optional Bose Personal Plus audio setup make it properly desirable. However, until Nissan SA gives us the nod, you'll have to settle for admiring it from afar. Keep an eye on this one though, because if it does land on our shores, it could be the best electrified compact car under R600,000 in South Africa.
