The beefed-up hatch...
The beefed-up hatch uses the Espace"s 3.5-litre V6 engine. However, it has been modified to offer 320bhp - an increase from 245bhp in the MPV - and is mated to a semi-auto gearbox. A tubular chassis and performance brakes complete the changes.
Nissan is set to update...
Nissan is set to update its award-winning Note. The range – which was voted Best Supermini-MPV in Auto Express’s New Car Honours (Issue 971) – will comprise Visia, Acenta and Tekna trims.
All get colour-coded bumpers and an MP3 stereo. Bluetooth hands-free and steering wheel-mounted stereo controls are standard on the higher grades.
Prices will start from ÷£9,990 for the 1.4-litre Visia, and rise to ÷£14,290 for the flagship 1.6-litre Tekna automatic.