Vientiane, Laos, 12 July 2024 – Tan Chong Motor (Lao) Co., Ltd. (“TCML”), Sole and Exclusive Distributor of Nissan vehicles in Laos P.D.R. and a wholly owned subsidiary of Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad (Malaysia), proudly introduces the New Nissan ALMERA TURBO and New NAVARA, a highly anticipated sedan and pick-up truck to the Laos market.
Mr. Loh Ling Howe, Managing Director of Tan Chong Motor Laos said, “We are truly excited to bring in The New Nissan Almera Turbo and Navara catering to the different needs of our customer in the market. Nissan Almera being the preferred choice of compact sedan, attributed to its captivating design, impressive power, superior comfort, versatile functionality and a host of enhanced safety features catering to people from all walks of life. While, Nissan Navara with more than 80 years of pick-up heritage continues to be the choice of those looking for a heavy duty workhorse that not only serve their business needs but the ultimate pick-up for extreme adventures. Both models strikes a perfect balance of harmoniously syncing its aerodynamic design with responsive and confident driving through its powerful engine capabilities with the integration of the latest technologies, ensuring an exhilarating driving experience befitting every lifestyle. I am honoured to officially launch the New Nissan ALMERA Turbo and Navara in Laos today”.
Almera’s All-New V-Motion design and New Signature Colour Moon Pearl Gray with Black Roof
The New Nissan Almera Turbo has redesigned the overall look to reflect a sleek and modern exterior design. This transformation is particularly striking in the refreshed V-Motion Grille which replaces its previous solid chrome front grille and now carries the new Nissan emblem. This new design extends seamlessly through the vehicle’s profile starting from the front through the floating roof to the rear intensifying the V-Motion movement that reflects a harmonious fusion of aerodynamic design and cutting-edge style, which perfectly complements the car’s sporty appearance.
A standout feature of the New Nissan Almera Turbo is its new signature color, Moon Pearl Gray with Black Roof. This hue serves as a style statement on its own, exhibiting an appealing effect as it shifts in colour throughout the day and from different viewing angles. In low-light settings, it takes on purplish tones, while under the bright sunlight,
it transforms into a vibrant blue. The pearlescent finish of this paint offers a sense of sophistication and elegance, creating a sense of motion as the car drives down the road.
Superior Comfort and Functionality
The New Nissan Almera Turbo, celebrated for its spacious and comfortable cabin, has embraced a host of innovations to make extended drives more enjoyable and delightful. The meticulously redesigned interior showcases impeccable craftsmanship, boasting a premium black leather dashboard with sleek dark blue accents that extend seamlessly to its seats and door panels, injecting the cabin with a contemporary and sporty ambience.
In response to the evolving needs of today’s generation, the New Nissan Almera Turbo introduces a range of comfort features to complement modern lifestyles. These enhancements include a wireless charger, ensuring your smartphone remains powered throughout your journey, and cruise control, which not only provides a sense of control but also offers peace of mind by maintaining a steady speed.
The modern multi-infotainment system, featuring an 8-inch touchscreen Color Display Audio (AIVI), has undergone a significant upgrade, now offering seamless smartphone connectivity through both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. This integration unifies infotainment, navigation, safety, and security, consolidating an array of functionalities onto a single, user-friendly platform.
The New Nissan Almera Turbo continues to provide spacious cabin space to all passengers offering ample legroom for both the front and rear-seat passengers, ensuring a comfortable journey for all. Furthermore, its generously proportioned trunk of 474 litres of space caters to the diverse needs of indviduals with varying lifestyles, accomodating large luggage, sports equipment, shopping bags, and more, making it an ideal car for a wide range of lifestyle.
Turbo-Charged Engine, Poweful Performance, Best Fuel-Efficiency
The New Nissan Almera Turbo is powered by Nissan’s unique HRA0DET 1.0 litre Turbo-charged engine, producing a maximum power of 100 horsepower (Ps) and torque of 152 Nm, the highest torque ever of its class, even exceeding a selection of other sedans in the 1500cc category. Thus, providing strong and fast acceleration from continuous torque (flat torque). There is also a feature to automatically cut off the engine when the car is stopped (Idling Stop), helping to save more fuel. This feature can be turned on and off on demand.
The powerful engine also incorporated an innovative technology, namely the Mirror Bore Coating Technology, adapted from the legendary Nissan GT-R. Its bore spray coating is applied to the cylinders, serves to reduce both cylinder friction and weight, resulting in enhanced heat management and combustion efficiency. The vehicle comes with XTRONIC CVT transmission system that enhances driving performance with D-Step Logic providing smooth gear transition, delivering instant acceleration for improved overtaking capabilities.
Nissan Intelligent Mobility, 360° SAFETY SHIELD
With a comprehensive package of advanced safety features, The new Almera Turbo gives drivers a complete peace of mind and confidence on the road. The newly launched sedan comes with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) which not only display real-time tire pressure but also alerts drivers when it falls below optimal levels. The High Beam Assist (HBA) automatically adjusts its headlights setting from high beam to low beam when it detects an oncoming vehicle, enhancing visibility and safety during night time driving.
Nissan’s 360° SAFETY SHIELD continues to provide full protection, featuring advanced safety technologies such as Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (IFCW) coupled with Emergency Braking (EB) offering an additional layer of defense. Other vital safety features include Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system, designed to alert drivers when their vehicle veer from its lane, helping to prevent potential accidents. The Intelligent Around View Monitor (IAVM) with Moving Object Detection (MOD) provides an enhanced view of the vehicle’s surroundings while the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RTCA) warns the driver of approaching objects from the rear and side during reverse parking. It also consists of a suite of braking systems, comprising Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist (BA), that collectively bolster the vehicle’s stopping power and overall safety performance. It also comes with Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) to ensure stability in all driving conditions and Hill Start Assist (HSA). This all-encompassing safety package further includes six SRS airbags, pretensioner and load limiter seatbelts.
The New Nissan ALMERA Turbo comes in 3 Two-Tone colours of your choice:
Nissan Navara’s upgraded interior
Nissan Navara has long been a household name, renowned for its reliability and rugged durability. Built on more than 80 years of Nissan pick-up heritage with a proven track record in conquering extreme terrains, from the Sahara’s dune to high-altitude rocky landscapes, the Navara embodies the tough and adventurous spirit.
A reliable partner for work or travel, the Nissan Navara is equipped with the best-in-class technologies, including an array of Nissan Intelligent Mobility features and Nissan 360⁰ Safety Shield technology, making it one of the most advanced pick-up truck available in the market.
While it still features an unbreakable Nissan design language, the latest Navara introduces a new premium and luxury interior. Crafted with premium material and meticulous attention to detail, the redesigned dashboard features premium black leather upholstery with stitching, elevating both the aesthetic appeal and tactile experience of the cabin. This new upgrade is available for both the Navara Pro-4X and Navara variant.
The Nissan Navara PRO-4X comes in 3 colours of your choice:
The Nissan Navara comes in 5 colours of your choice:
| Model | Pricing (LAO KIP) |
| Almera Turbo | 645,600, 000.00 |
| Navara VE 2WD 6MT | 924,000,000.00 |
| Navara VE 2WD 7AT | 1,008,000,000.00 |
| Navara VE 4WD 6MT | 1,068,000,000.00 |
| Navara VL4WD 7AT | 1,152,000,000.00 |
| Navara PRO-4x | 1,236,000,000.00 |
Visit your nearest Nissan Showroom to test drive or call to schedule an appointment to experience the New Nissan Almera Turbo, Navara Pro-4X and Navara.
For more information on all Nissan models in Laos, please visit Nissan Laos’ website at www.nissan-lao.la or follow Nissan Laos’ Facebook Page at fb.com/NissanLaos/
