Production of the new Nissan NT500 light truck begins in Spain

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Automotive World / February 18, 2014

Nissan is reasserting its intention to become a key player in Europe’s light commercial vehicle sector with the launch of the all-new NT500 medium truck.

- All new mid-range truck with robust design

- Completely new cab with spacious, comfortable and high quality interior

- New engines, transmissions and final drive ratios

- GVWs covering 3.5t up to 7.5t

- Five wheelbase lengths

- Competitive cost of ownership with best-in-class running costs

- 36 month warranty period and easy maintenance program

- Production has begun at Nissan’s Avila plant in Spain

The new NT500 tops Nissan's light commercial vehicle line-up and promises high levels of driver comfort and effective cost of ownership from a versatile and durable chassis cab. It offers a wide variety of wheelbases with gross vehicle weights (GVW) starting at 3.5 and rising to 7.5 metric tons (7,716lb to 16,535lb) and it’s available with two different engines, three transmissions and three model grades.

With a modern truck design offering perfect ergonomics, driving comfort and cabin visibility, the NT500 has low running costs and a warranty period of 36 months.

Replacing Nissan's “Atleon” model, the NT500′s service maintenance period has been extended from 30,000 to 40,000 kilometers with service-free wheel bearings.

With an advanced and functional interior including numerous storage locations, the NT500 has the roomiest cabin in the 3.5 ton segment. Innovations include a multifunctional display, the advanced NissanConnect navigation system, cruise control and Hill Start Assistance.

Euro-6 (near EPA2010) ZD30 diesel engines using SCR include a single-turbocharged model rated at 150hp and 350N.m or torque, and a twin-turbocharged model rated at 177hp and 540N.m or torque.

Six-speed manual and AMT transmissions are available.

The robust new chassis is designed to support straightforward and flawless body mounting. A reinforced frame option is available.

FYI: Although Nissan sold its UD (Nissan Diesel) commercial truck unit to Volvo Group in 2007, the company remained in the light end of the commercial truck business under the Nissan brand.

The NT500 is the big brother to the NT400 which is sold as the Atlas in Japan and Cabstar in global markets.

The Nissan NT500 is also sold to Volvo Group who markets it as the Renault “Gamme D” (D Range).

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