Special Qashqai and new Nissan 370Z for Paris

Nissan previews its Paris Motor Show stand.

Alongside Nissan's existing line-up confirmed for the Paris Motor Show next week, the company will also be showcasing a special edition Qashqai and - the one we're really looking forward to - its upgraded 370Z.

Let's start with the 370Z first.  The updated features for the 2013 model include pretty much everything besides the engine.  Both the exterior and interior of the car have been revamped and new colour options will be available.  The facelifted model also benefits from a new alloy wheel design; and the car's newly designed front bumper now incorporates LED daytime running lights.  Unfortunately, Nissan has only released a teaser shot of the car, meaning we'll have to wait until the official unveiling to see the modifications in all their glory.

Also on the Nissan stand will be the Qashqai 360 - a special edition model available with a number of Nissan's top-spec goodies as standard, including the company's new Around View Monitor (AVM) system.  The 360 is available on the Qashqai and Qashqai+2 models; and can be had with all engine and drivetrain options, including Nissan's new 1.6-litre dCi diesel engine, which offers emissions as low as 119g/km for Band A tax.

Zero emission cars are also prominent on the Nissan stand in the form of both the PIVO 3 concept and the hydrogen-powered TeRRA SUV concept.  The fuel-cell technology demonstrated in the TeRRA has been developed by Nissan itself; whereas the PIVO 3 showcases new urban-focused technologies such as an Automated Valet Parking system.

Three special edition Jukes will be on display as well: the Juke NISMO marks the start of a new high-performance programme for Nissan's tuning company; the Juke Box that has been dubbed 'the world's ultimate mobile sound system'; and the Juke with Ministry of Sound that comes with bespoke styling and a Ministry of Sound Music Pack including an iPod Touch and headphones.

The new NV200 Taxi for both London and New York is also set to feature on the Nissan stand; as is the special edition Micra ELLE - a car developed with the world-famous fashion magazine.

Published on: September 19, 2012