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Nissan Debuts Compact Sports Coupe in Detroit

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Khatir Soltani

"AZEAL captures the essence of emotional, aspirational vehicles like the G35 coupe or Nissan 350Z but in the entry-level

"It doesn't cost anything more to style an exciting vehicle," commented Ken Lee, designer, NDA. (Photo: Nissan Canada)
segment," said Ken Lee, designer, NDA. "It doesn't cost anything more to style an exciting vehicle."

Actually, nix those 16-inch wheels and bring the car to market with standard 15-inch rims, a 5-speed manual and the 2.5-liter four without the turbocharger or variable valve timing. The rest of the car can stay as is, less all the costly electronics and machined aluminum, as beautiful as it is. In the end Nissan would have a sporty little runabout that would most likely be appealing to budget minded shoppers both young and old.

Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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