Autech Version of the Grand Livina Available
KUALA LUMPUR (10th July 2012) – Already showered with numerous accolades by the likes of the Asian Auto-VCA Auto Industry Awards for “Best Value For Money MPV” and “The Best MPV” by Stuff Magazine, the Nissan Grand Livina has become one of the most popular MPVs in Malaysia since its introduction in 2007.
This year, the best-selling non-national MPV gets more than just a facelift but vital improvements from AUTECH. To those in the know, AUTECH is a renowned pro tuner for Nissan cars from Japan. The Autech version will be sold alongside the standard Grand Livina.
Powering the new Grand Livina, the 2012 update retains the 1.8-litre MR18DE engine but now comes with a distinctive chrome front grille followed by a new front bumper with a chrome finish. The Nissan Grand Livina AUTECH now features 15-inch 6-spoke AUTECH alloy wheels. Their appearance is given more depth with the diamond-cut, gunmetal-textured finish on each spoke. The enhanced model also sports a new colour in bronze gold and V-Kool Solargard Armorcoat window tinting. An AUTECH emblem fitted at the tail gate completes the exterior changes.
The interior also been enhanced with a luxurious feel in brown or black leather along with an integrated navigation and multimedia system featuring a 7-inch touch screen GPS navigator with reverse camera, DVD player, USB and Bluetooth connectivity as well as the optional choice of a 10.2” roof-mounted LCD monitor. This allows hands free use of the mobile phone for safer driving and also enables the occupants to listen to their personal collection of music for a more enjoyable journey.
The launch of the new Nissan Grand Livina AUTECH is also in time for the ‘balik kampung’ season. Renowned for its sedan-like drivability, ride smoothness and handling while seating seven occupants comfortably; this is the perfect ride back to hometown for the holidays.
Commenting on the launch of the new variant, Dato’ Dr Ang Bon Beng, Executive Director of Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) enthused, “The innovative teams at AUTECH have not just gave the Grand Livina a facelift but elevated it to suit today’s drivers’ personality and lifestyle. And with Hari Raya around the corner, this is the ideal vehicle to travel back home safely in style.”
On-the-road prices for the new Nissan Grand Livina AUTECH start from RM105,800.00 (Peninsular Malaysia) and is available for viewing in all ETCM showrooms nationwide. And if you just can’t resist getting a hand on it, head to One Utama (Concourse, New Wing) on July 11-15 to secure yourself this exclusive AUTECH-tuned MPV.
