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Nissan Fuga revealed in Tokyo, hybrid version coming in 2010

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Nissan has unveiled the new Fuga sedan at the motor event in Tokyo. The Fuga will be available in Japan with two engine options including a VQ25HR 2.5 liter V6 and the VQ37VHR 3.7 liter V6 that can crank out 325hp. The Fuga that is also sold in the US as the Infiniti M comes with features like Double Piston Shock Absorbers, a Lane Departure Prevention system, Intelligent Cruise Control, Cornering Stability Assist and more. It also features a four-wheel steering mechanism.

The Fuga also has an Intelligent Transport System that is integrated into the navigation system. The system supports safe driving by providing information to alert the driver at blind intersections for example, based on information on nearby vehicles and traffic environment which is transmitted to the Fuga from optical beacons installed all across the country.

Along with an eco-driving indicator integrated into the instrument panel, there is also something called an ECO-pedal. Basically, each time the driver steps on the accelerator (when the system is activated), a counter push-back control mechanism is activated if the system detects overly zealous throttle work, helping to inform the driver that they could be using more fuel than required.

The new Fuga will hit showrooms in Japan later this year. The automaker also announced the hybrid variant of the Fuga will hit the Japanese market by autumn 2010. It will feature a 3.5-liter V6, high-power Li-ion batteries and a highly efficient one-motor-two-clutch parallel hybrid. Look for more images of the Fuga after the jump.

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23 Comments »

  1. Infinitely Poor said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 1:57 am

    Handsome looking ! esp the shot with Carlos Ghosn at the side .

  2. normal_user said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 2:13 am

    the sweeping upwards rear lines below the C-pillar reminds me of American hot rods & fastback muscle cars. Looks weird. I prefer the previous generation Fuga.

  3. Gajen said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 3:38 am

    looks very weird….

  4. shawal said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 5:05 am

    the previous one looks better, even though it was a bit toned down from the concept. 2000s designs are gone, time for 2010 designs to evolve… take it or live it.

    Ps: They dont make SLIM cars like last times old camry, 1994 honda legend, superb designs…now all cars got fat cuz of safety reasons

  5. mystvearn said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 6:58 am

    That is one ugly looking car

  6. techboy_88 said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 7:22 am

    looks chubby

  7. azrai said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 8:06 am

    Silphy predecessor? Ugly to me. Almost like FUGU instead (ikan buntal).

  8. stephenstreets said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 10:44 am

    azrai said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 8:06 am

    Silphy predecessor? Ugly to me. Almost like FUGU instead (ikan buntal).

    took the words out of my mouth!! LOL!

  9. kimi_ said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 10:55 am

    The overall BODY style looks like Jaguar…. with much flow and curve addes

  10. klguy said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 11:39 am

    ugly but muscular.it looks a lot better than slyphy though.

  11. MNG said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 12:34 pm

    Gosh, where on earth does this thing come frm?..it’s UGLY!!!!

  12. S9E said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 12:48 pm

    Ugly?? what ugly… i’m driving kancil so this is a masterpiece..

  13. Korean said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 2:37 pm

    Prefer this over Honda Camry and Toyota Accord.

  14. hanssen said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 2:48 pm

    like the rims…gorjes

  15. mitlanevo said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 4:06 pm

    NICE !!!

    can we get it here?

  16. mistique said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 5:54 pm

    to ‘Korean’, do u mean Toyota Camry and Honda Accord?…

    btw, this car isnt in the league as the Camry n Accord, its competitors should be the Toyota Mark X and Honda Legend.

  17. zaff1984 said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 6:31 pm

    is it compete with Lexus IS250, BMW 3 Series and Merz C class?

  18. Y said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 7:06 pm

    S9E said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 12:48 pm

    Ugly?? what ugly… i’m driving kancil so this is a masterpiece..
    ___

    haha… you said it, man!

  19. Lonely Watcher said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 9:08 pm

    mitlanevo said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 4:06 pm

    NICE !!!

    can we get it here?

    ___

    Changes are slim unless Infiniti opens showrooms in Malaysia like Lexus. Or hope recon version from Naza…

  20. csv said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 9:21 pm

    can come here as Nissan Fuga what. i heard it was supposedly planned for launched here but due to unforeseen reasons, plan was scrapped.

    but thats what i HEARD. so who knows.

    i seriously hope there is a system to turn off the eco pedal cause it may cause accidents and such.

  21. Robert Smith said,

    October 23, 2009 @ 11:29 pm

    Nice looking car and great tech!! Very sleek

  22. altimasss said,

    October 24, 2009 @ 11:08 am

    I think this is one of those cars that will look so much nicer when you see it for yourselves on the road.

  23. James said,

    October 25, 2009 @ 1:49 am

    reminds me with quattroporte

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