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Nissan's unique ‘Premium Concept' versions of Qashqai and X-Trail
Published in The Saudi Gazette on 05 - 03 - 2016

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Nissan will showcase two striking special versions of its best-selling crossovers, the Qashqai and X-Trail, at the Geneva Motor Show. Taking the current models as a starting point, Nissan has explored how a more premium and dynamic design interpretation could enhance and extend the appeal of its award-winning crossover range in the future.
The two cars are called the Qashqai Premium Concept and the X-Trail Premium Concept. While they are separate models, the colors, materials and themes which run through them mean they are unmistakably a pair. The Qashqai Premium Concept has been created by Nissan Design Europe (NDE) in the heart of London, while the X-Trail Premium Concept is the work of Nissan's Global Design Centre (GDC) in Japan.
With crossovers playing such an integral part in Nissan's continuing success across Europe, these two Premium Concepts showcase Nissan's desire to extend the target market while acknowledging customer diversity.
Shiro Nakamura, senior vice president, design and chief creative officer, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. commented: "We allowed the creativity of our design teams to shine through in this two-car project. Ultimately we settled on two designs – which are contrasting but share common themes — as they reveal a new premium character in our crossovers."
From how the Nissan design language is expressed to the advanced materials are used, both cars offer a fresh take on the widespread appeal of a premium Nissan crossover. Considering the concept of the urban explorer, each Premium Concept has a unique execution and is designed to appeal to a very different customer. The Qashqai has been designed for the ‘Premium Urbanite', who dreams of a weekend absorbing the cultural highlights of a European destination city such as Geneva, Paris or Rome. The X-Trail is targeted for the ‘Premium Adventurist', who will be thinking of mountain adventures in the Alps or the Pyrenees.
Common to both cars is a simple yet vibrant color palette; the stark appeal of black and white, contrasting with a premium golden copper which brings elegance and warmth to the crossover.
Qashqai Premium Concept
Using a contemporary matt black as its dominant color, the Qashqai Premium Concept cleverly blends design, color and new materials. High quality premium golden copper-colored detailing accentuates various points on the body shell — on the wheel arches, around the window line, in the headlamp clusters and on the roof rails — and contrasts sharply with the black to enhance the dynamic silhouette of the exterior. It is further highlighted by the authentic carbon fiber used in lower sections, as well as the bold technical detail of the machined 20-inch wheels. The bumpers and side sills add an overall feeling of sporting performance and integrated quality. The enhanced ‘V-motion' grille gives purpose to the car's nose, and is a bold design statement about its premium positioning.
X-Trail Premium Concept
In stark contrast to its sibling, the X-Trail Premium Concept uses a matt white paint as its main color. The bonnet and roof are crafted with deep black matt carbon fiber, giving the car a truly premium yet tough feeling, as well as a lightweight impression. The high contrast of the white and black emphasizes the line which starts from the ‘V-motion' grille and continues through the bonnet and side to the rear of the car. This contrast also reflects the rugged ‘go-anywhere' nature of the adventurous X-Trail. The premium golden copper color is featured on the front skid plate — drawing the viewer's eye towards it, to enhance the feeling of protection — and on the 20-inch wheels. The body claddings and over fenders are painted in gloss black, a sophisticated touch which lifts the X-Trail beyond other adventure-oriented crossovers.
Thanks to the close collaboration between Nissan's Japanese and European design studios, the Qashqai Premium Concept and X-Trail Premium Concept explore the potential of an exciting new level of personalization in the crossover sector, promoting a much greater level of self-expression within the ownership experience. The result is that every occupant in either car — whether they are a passenger or the driver – receives an identical premium and dynamic experience.
Mamoru Aoki, executive design director, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. added: "As the pioneer of this sector, Nissan will continue to push the boundaries and explore creative solutions to fulfil the broad range of the needs of the aspirational customers in Europe."


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