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A

AD is derived from the English word "advanced".

AD is derived from the English word "advanced".
VAN mainly means the car with a roof for carrying cargo. VAN has a different meaning in each country, has a common meaning as box type car carrying cargo in each country.

AD is derived from the English word "advanced".
MAX is derived from the English word "max". AD MAX was named after "the car with a box-shaped luggage compartment attached to the rear side to further increased the loading capacity, like a European full-gonet commercial car".

ALTIMA is derived from the English word "ultimate". ALTIMA means like "ultimate sedan".

ALMERA is derived from the Spanish word "almendra", which means like "big diamond". ALMERA also expresses the youthfulness and Mediterranean atmosphere.

ARIYA means "majesty" and "nobility" in the ancient European language, and expresses the concept of strength hidden in silence and the ideal image of the future of EV that Nissan thinks.

ARMADA is derived from Spanish Armada Invincible fleet.

AUSTER is derived from the English word "auster", which means like "wind from the south".

ATLAS is the name of a god in Greek mythology, one of the Titans that is the first gods who ruled the universe. After the Titans were defeated by Zeus, Atlas was forced to hold the sky on his shoulders forever. This name expresses the power and robustness of this car.

AVENIR is derived from the French word "avenir", which means like "future".

AVENIR is derived from the French word "avenir", which means like "future".
Salut is derived from the French word "salut", which means like "hi, bye, salvation, safety".

AVENIR is derived from the French word "avenir", which means like "future".
BLASTAR is a mixture of the English word "blast" and "star". Blast means like "strong current of air".

B

BASSARA is derived from the Japanese word "婆娑羅 = basara" and the Sanskrit word "Vajra". "婆娑羅 = basara" is derived from Vajra and means like a diamond that repels a demon. BASSARA was also named after "shining presence like a diamond".

In the design development phase of Be-1, plan A, plan B-1, plan B-2, plan C were planned. Be-1 was named after plan B-1 was adopted from them. In addition, B-1 has been changed to the Be verb.

BLUEBIRD is derived from Maeterlinck's Blue Bird. Since ancient times, blue bird has been regarded as a symbol of happiness in Europe and America. BLUEBIRD was named by the president Kawamata Katsuji at the time. This car was named SNOWBIRD at first in the development phase, but was renamed BLUEBIRD because SNOWBIRD meant "drug addict" in American slang.

AUSSIE is derived from the English word "aussie", which means "australian". BLUEBIRD AUSSIE means "BLUEBIRD manufactured in Australia and imported back into Japan".

BLUEBIRD is derived from Maeterlinck's Blue Bird. Since ancient times, blue bird has been regarded as a symbol of happiness in Europe and America. BLUEBIRD was named by the president Kawamata Katsuji at the time. This car was named SNOWBIRD at first in the development phase, but was renamed BLUEBIRD because SNOWBIRD meant "drug addict" in American slang.
SYLPHY is derived from the name of elemental spirits "SYLPH". SYLPH is an elemental being believed to inhabit the air.

C

CARAVAN is derived from the English word "caravan", which means like "procession of wagons or mules or camels traveling together in single file".

CARAVAN is derived from the English word "caravan", which means like "procession of wagons or mules or camels traveling together in single file".
COACH is derived from the name "Kocs", a four-wheeled carriage with suspension manufactured around the 15th century. This four-wheeled carriage was manufactured in the Hungarian city of Kocs. It's quality was so high that it became famous in various European countries. As a result, the Hungarian city name has come to be synonymous with four-wheeled carriages.

CARAVAN is derived from the English word "caravan", which means like "procession of wagons or mules or camels traveling together in single file".
ELGRAND is a combination of the Spanish word "EL" and the English word "GRAND". "EL" means the same as the English definite article "THE". ELGRAND expresses the high dignity and the highest-class new generation minivan.

CEDRIC is derived from the name of the protagonist of Frances Hodgson Burnett's novel "Little Lord Fauntleroy". CEDRIC was named by the president Kawamata Katsuji at the time.

CEFIRO is derived from the Spanish word "cefiro", which means like "soft gentle wind which brings spring to the Mediterranean". CEFIRO was also named after "beauty, playfulness".

CIMA is derived from the Spanish word "cima", which means like "top, peak".

CIVILIAN is derived from the English word "civilian", which means like "a nonmilitary citizen".

CLIPPER is derived from the English word "clipper", which means like "fast sailing ship or fast horse used in the past".

CLIPPER is derived from the English word "clipper", which means like "fast sailing ship or fast horse used in the past".
RIO is derived from the Spanish word "rio", which means "river". RIO was also named after "fun impression of the Rio carnival, simple and easy to remember".

CREW is derived from the English word "crew".

cube is derived from the English word "cube". cube was named after "box shaped body with no waste and good space efficiency".

cube is derived from the English word "cube". cube was named after "box shaped body with no waste and good space efficiency".
"³"(cubic) is derived from the English word "cubic", which means "having three dimensions". cubic also means equipped with a three-row seat.

D

DAYS comes with a wish to provide users with fun and exciting days. "S" of "DAYS" is reversed and changed to "DAYZ". This change comes with a wish of "change the days from now on into fun days different from yesterday". DAYZ was also used as the name of the custom parts kit of the first model Stagea.

DAYS comes with a wish to provide users with fun and exciting days. "S" of "DAYS" is reversed and changed to "DAYZ". This change comes with a wish of "change the days from now on into fun days different from yesterday". DAYZ was also used as the name of the custom parts kit of the first model STAGEA.
ROOX is a mixture of the English word "room" and "max". ROOX expresses a spacious interior space that is the product feature.

DUALIS is derived from the Latin word "dualis", which means "dual". Additionally, is derived from the English word "dual", which means "having two of something or two parts". DUALIS comes with a wish of "to provide all passengers with fulfilling ON and OFF".

E

ELGRAND is a combination of the Spanish word "EL" and the English word "GRAND". "EL" means the same as the English definite article "THE". ELGRAND expresses the high dignity and the highest-class new generation minivan.

EXA is derived from the largest unit, which means 10 to the 18th power. EXA is one of the international units used in fields such as astronomy and atomic physics.

EXPERT is derived from the English word "expert". EXPERT was named after "skilled at work, professional".

F

FAIRLADY means like "beautiful lady, gentlewoman".
"Z" means "ultimate, unknown possibilities and dreams" because "Z" is the last letter of the alphabet. The president Kawamata Katsuji was impressed by Broadway Musical "My Fair Lady". Later, FAIRLADY Z was named after "a sophisticated beauty".

FAIRLADY means like "beautiful lady, gentlewoman".
"Z" means "ultimate, unknown possibilities and dreams" because "Z" is the last letter of the alphabet. The president Kawamata Katsuji was impressed by Broadway Musical "My Fair Lady". Later, FAIRLADY Z was named after "a sophisticated beauty".
"432" means "4 valves, 3 carburetors and, 2 camshafts", which is derived from the structure of S20 engine.

FIGARO is derived from the name of the protagonist of Mozart's opera "The Marriage of Figaro". The concept of this car is "non-everyday in everyday".

FUGA is derived from "Fuga" in polyphonic and the Japanese word "風雅 = fuga", which means like "artistic, elegant, graceful, cultivated". Fuga is named because the music composition that stacks multiple melodies is suitable for this car which has "fuga harmony", "elegance" and "dynamics".

G

GAZELLE is derived from the gazelle that lives in Asia and Africa.

GLORIA is derived from the Latin word "gloria", which means "glory".

GLORIA is derived from the Latin word "gloria", which means "glory".
CIMA is derived from the Spanish word "cima", which means like "top, peak".

GT-R stands for the English words "Grand Touring-Racing". GT-R was named after "the inheriting the DNA of successive Skyline GT-R, Nissan's latest technology, Developed mainly for use on the circuit". So GT-R is the name suitable for the representative Japanese car.

H

HOMY is a mixture of the name Prince Motor Company's truck HOMER and the English word "my". HOMY means "My HOMER " and was the name given when HOMER Root Van was launched as a 15-seater minibus.

HOMY is a mixture of the name Prince Motor Company's truck HOMER and the English word "my". HOMY means "My HOMER " and was the name given when HOMER Root Van was launched as a 15-seater minibus.
COACH is derived from the name "Kocs", a four-wheeled carriage with suspension manufactured around the 15th century. This four-wheeled carriage was manufactured in the Hungarian city of Kocs. It's quality was so high that it became famous in various European countries. As a result, the Hungarian city name has come to be synonymous with four-wheeled carriages.

HOMY is a mixture of the name Prince Motor Company's truck HOMER and the English word "my". HOMY means "My HOMER " and was the name given when HOMER Root Van was launched as a 15-seater minibus.
ELGRAND is a combination of the Spanish word "EL" and the English word "GRAND". "EL" means the same as the English definite article "THE". ELGRAND expresses the high dignity and the highest-class new generation minivan.

Hypermini means the micro electric vehicle that transcends the concept of a conventional car.

I

INFINITI is derived from the Italian word "infiniti", is not derived from the English word "infinity". INFINITI comes with a wish of "Infinite development".
"Q" is derived from the English word "cue", which means like "the beginning or trigger of the start of something".
"45" means VH45DE engine displacement(4494cc).

J

JUKE is derived from the English word "juke", which means a "deceptive move made by a football player". JUKE was named after "the agility of this car and the positive attitude of the driver to take on the challenge of work and private".

K

KICKS means "excitement, enthusiasm" same as the first generation KIX. In addition, KICKS is derived from kicking the ground, and generally means the rough shoes such as sneakers. KIX was used for the first generation, and was changed to KICKS from the second generation.

KIX is derived from the English word "kicks", which means like "excitement, enthusiasm". "X" means unknown performance. KIX is based on the impression of driving agility. KIX also comes with a wish "to provide all drivers with the light driving control and the exciting driving". KIX was used for the first generation, and was changed to KICKS from the second generation.

L

LAFESTA is derived from the Italian word "la festa", which means like "holiday, party, fun event". LAFESTA comes with a wish to have a good time with family and loved ones in this car.

LAFESTA is derived from the Italian word "la festa", which means like "holiday, party, fun event". LAFESTA comes with a wish to have a good time with family and loved ones in this car.
Highway STAR is derived from the song "Highway Star" by rock band Deep Purple.
Supremo is derived from the Spanish word "supremo", which means "supreme, highest in excellence or achievement".

LANGLEY is derived from a unit name indicating radiant energy of solar density. A unit name of Langley was named after Dr. Langley, an aeronautics major.

LANNIA is written in Chinese as 藍鳥(=like a indigo bunting) and has exactly the same meaning as BLUEBIRD(=reading in Chinese is Lan Niao) once sold in the Chinese market.

LARGO is derived from the Italian word "largo", which means like "wide and loose". Largo is also a musical symbol, means a very slow tempo.

LATIO is derived from the English word "latitude", which means like "freedom from normal restraints in conduct".

LAUREL is derived from the English word "laurel". Generally laurel is a small tree with smooth shiny dark green leaves that do not fall in winter. Laurel is a noble tree in Greek mythology, and the laurel wreath is a symbol of honor.

LAUREL is derived from the English word "laurel". Generally laurel is a small tree with smooth shiny dark green leaves that do not fall in winter. Laurel is a noble tree in Greek mythology, and the laurel wreath is a symbol of honor.
SPIRIT is derived from the English word "spirit".

LEAF is derived from the English word "leaf". LEAF was named after the leaves of the plant clean the atmosphere.

LEOPARD is derived from the English word "leopard". Leopard is a large feline of African and Asian forests usually having a tawny coat with black spots.

LEOPARD is derived from the English word "leopard". Leopard is a large feline of African and Asian forests usually having a tawny coat with black spots.
J. FERIE is derived from the English style pronunciation of the French words "Jours fériés". "Jours fériés" means like "holiday" in French.

LEOPARD is derived from the English word "leopard". Leopard is a large feline of African and Asian forests usually having a tawny coat with black spots.
TR-X is a combination of the initials of "Technology, Roman, and X", which means unknown performance.

LIBERTA is derived from the Italian word "libertà", which means like "freedom".
VILLA is derived from the Italian word "villa", which means like "detached or semidetached suburban house".

LIBERTY is derived from the English word "liberty". LIBERTY was named after "the car that allows to act freely with your family and friends".

LIVINA is derived from the English word "live, living". LIVINA is named after "lively and active impression".

Lucino is derived from "LUCINA", the birth goddess of Roman mythology.

Lucino is derived from "LUCINA", the birth goddess of Roman mythology.
"S" of S-RV is the initials of "sporty", "specialty", and "stylish".
"RV" is the initials of "Recreational Vehicle". This name means the car with a playful atmosphere, based on Lucino hatchback model, with the spice of a wagon.

M

MAGNITE is a combination of the English words "Magnetic" and "Ignite". "Magnetic" means like "possessing an extraordinary ability to attract". "Ignite" means like "arouse or excite feelings and passions". MAGNITE also expresses Nissan's wishing for the new era in growing regions such as India.

MARCH is derived from the English word "march". The name of MARCH expresses a lightly, lively and youthful impression, was decided from a public naming competition.

MARCH is derived from the English word "march". The name of MARCH expresses a lightly, lively and youthful impression, was decided from a public naming competition.
BOX is derived from the English word "box". MARCH BOX means MARCH's short wagon model.

MAXIMA is derived from the English word "maxima", which is a plural of "maximum". "maxima" means like "the greatest possible degree". Originally, MAXIMA was the series name of BLUEBIRD's 6-cylinder engine model for North American export. At the beginning, MAXIMA was also the highest performance model name of A10 stanza.

MICRA is derived from the English word "micro", which means like "extremely small in scale or scope or capability". This name expresses a compact and pretty impression, abundant performance and equipment, and a city car with light and nimble. MICRA is the name of the export model of MARCH for Europe, etc..

MICRA is derived from the English word "micro", which means like "extremely small in scale or scope or capability". This name expresses a compact and pretty impression, abundant performance and equipment, and a city car with light and nimble. MICRA is the name of the export model of MARCH for Europe, etc..
C+C stands for Coupe+Convertible.

MISTRAL is derived from the English and French word "mistral", which means "a strong north wind that blows in France and mediterranean sea during the winter". MISTRAL was named after "the new type car born in Europe that breathes fresh air into the world of RV".

MOCO is derived from the Japanese mimetic word "mokomoko", which express a cute and warm sound. MOCO was also named after lovely rounded styling.

MURANO is derived from "Murano Island", a small island near the coast of Venice, Italy. The island has a history of having craftsmen gathered on this island to prevent the production technology of Venetian glass from leaking abroad. This island is famous for producing "Murano glass". MURANO was named after "resembling to traditional beautiful glassware" and "having artistic and beautiful silhouette". The beauty of Murano glass that appeals to the human senses and the handmade warmth are common to MURANO concept.

N

NOTE is derived from the music notes that make every day rhythmic and fun, and the notes book that record every day.

NOTE is derived from the music notes that make every day rhythmic and fun, and the notes book that record every day.
AURA comes with a wish of "the car will be a unique existence that attracts the people and provides pleasure to the owner, as a high-quality car with elegance and a unique atmosphere".

"NT" of NT100 is the initials of "Nissan" and "Truck", "100" means "gross vehicle weight 1000 kg class".
CLIPPER is derived from the English word "clipper", which means like "fast sailing ship or fast horse used in the past".

"NT" of NT450 is the initials of "Nissan" and "Truck", "450" means "gross vehicle weight 4500 kg class".
ATLAS is the name of a god in Greek mythology, one of the Titans that is the first gods who ruled the universe. After the Titans were defeated by Zeus, Atlas was forced to hold the sky on his shoulders forever. This name expresses the power and robustness of this car.

"NV" of NV100 is the initials of "Nissan" and "Van", "100" means "gross vehicle weight 1000 kg class".
CLIPPER is derived from the English word "clipper", which means like "fast sailing ship or fast horse used in the past".
RIO is derived from the Spanish word "rio", which means "river". RIO was named after "fun impression of the Rio carnival, simple and easy to remember".

"NV" of NV150 is the initials of "Nissan" and "Van", "150" means "gross vehicle weight 1500 kg class".
AD is derived from the English word "advanced".

"NV" of NV200 is the initials of "New generation" and "Vehicle", "200" means "gross vehicle weight 2000 kg class".
VANETTE is a mixture of VAN and ETTE. ETTE is a suffix, also means "Small, cute".

"NV" of NV350 is the initials of "Nissan" and "Van", "350" means "gross vehicle weight 3500 kg class".
CARAVAN is derived from the English word "caravan", which means like "procession of wagons or mules or camels traveling together in single file".

"N" of NX is derived from NEW. "X" means unknown performance.
COUPE is derived from the French word "couper", which means "cut". COUPE means the streamlinedbody shape.

O

ONEVIA is a combination of "ONE" of "180SX(= ONE-EIGHTY SX)" and "VIA" of "Silvia". ONEVIA has Silvia's body and the front face of 180SX is transplanted. However, ONEVIA is just a slang name, not a NISSAN official name.

OTTI is derived from the Italian word "ottimo", which means like "great". OTTI also expresses that all the elements are in this compact car, and the product characteristics that are packaged in the best balance.

P

PAO is derived from the Chinaese word "包 = bāo", which means "Mongolian nomad's prefabricated house Ger".

PATHFINDER is a combination of the English word "path" and "find". This "path" means "road to the frontier". PATHFINDER is also named after "tough and versatile impression that can drive both off-road and on-road".

PINO comes with a will of "Pinocchio". PINO comes with a wish of "become friend who can grow together like "Pinocchio" and be loved for a long time".

PLATINA is derived from the Spanish word "platino", which means "platina". PLATINA also expresses the elegance and modernity.

PRAIRIE is derived from the English word "prairie", which means like "treeless grassy plain".

PRAIRIE is derived from the English word "prairie", which means like "treeless grassy plain".
Joy is derived from the English word "joy".

PRAIRIE is derived from the English word "prairie", which means like "treeless grassy plain".
Liberty is derived from the English word "liberty". Liberty was also named after "the car that allows to act freely with your family and friends".

PRIMERA is derived from the Spanish word "primera", which means like "first, top class".

UK stands for "United Kingdom". PRIMERA UK means "PRIMERA manufactured in UK and imported back into Japan".

PRIMERA is derived from the Spanish word "primera", which means like "first, top class".
CAMINO is derived from the Spanish word "camino", which means like "road".

PRESAGE is derived from the French word "presage", which means like "formal to be a sign that something is going to happen". PRESAGE also means the car that presages the life scene of the new era and presages the driver wants to drive "sports spirit".

PRESEA is derived from the Spanish word "presea", which means like "jewelry, valuable things". PRESEA is named by a female designer of Nissan. "Ct.(carat)" related to this car name is adopted as the sub name. All body color names also are adopted jewelry related.

PRESIDENT is derived from the English word "president". PRESIDENT was also named after "this car is suitable for people who drive the Japanese political economic growth".

PRESIDENT is derived from the English word "president". PRESIDENT was also named after "this car is suitable for people who drive the Japanese political economic growth".
"J" of JS is the initials of "Junior", which means younger brother of PRESIDENT. "S" is the initial of "Short wheel base", which means that the overall length and wheel base are shorter than PRESIDENT. While "PRESIDENT" has a strong tendency for corporations needs, "PRESIDENT JS" has a strong tendency for individuals needs. "JS" expresses that this model emphasizes driving performance.

PULSAR is derived from the English word "pulsar", which means like "the star that emits regular pulses of polarized radiation".

PULSAR is derived from the English word "pulsar", which means like "the star that emits regular pulses of polarized radiation".
SERIE is derived from the Italian word "serie", which means "series".

PULSAR is derived from the English word "pulsar", which means like "the star that emits regular pulses of polarized radiation".
SERIE is derived from the Italian word "serie", which means "series".
"S" of S-RV is the initials of "sporty", "specialty", and "stylish". "RV" is the initial of "Recreational Vehicle". This name means the car with a playful atmosphere, based on PULSAR SERIE, with the spice of a wagon.

Q

QASHQAI is derived from the name of Eurasian nomads.

QUEST is derived from the English word "quest", which means like "the act of searching for something".

R

RASHEEN is derived from the Japanese word "羅針盤 = rashinban", which means "compass for voyage".

RASHEEN is derived from the Japanese word "羅針盤 = rashinban", which means like "compass for voyage".
FORZA is derived from the Italian word "forza", which means like "power".

R'nessa is derived from the English word "renaissance", which means like "the revival of learning, culture". R'nessa also has some meaning of "run", "relax" and "recreation".

ROOX is a mixture of the English word "room" and "max". ROOX expresses a spacious interior space that is a product feature.

S

S-Cargo is derived from the French word "escargot" and the English word "cargo". S-Cargo has a snail-like body shape.

SAFARI is derived from the Swahili word "safari", which means like "expedition trips such as hunting and exploration".

SAKURA is derived from the cherry blossom, which is a symbolic flower of Japan. This car name was decided by an in-house naming competition. SAKURA comes with a wish of this car will become a representative car of Japanese electric vehicles. At a launch event for SAKURA, the vice president explained that SAKURA's intonation is the same as a person's name. The name SAKURA is often used as a Japanese name.

SERENA is derived from the Spanish word "serena", which means like "completely clear and fine, serene skies and a bright blue sea". SERENA was also named after "comfortable and enjoyable driving".

SILEIGHTY is a combination of "SIL" of "Silvia" and "EIGHTY" of "180SX(= ONE-EIGHTY SX)". SILEIGHTY has 180SX's body and the front face of Silvia is transplanted. Originally born as a slang term, SILEIGHTY was eventually registered as an official trademark of Nissan. In Japan, SILEIGHTY built by a Japanese auto shop "Kids Heart" is officially sold in a limited number of 500 cars .

Silvia is derived from the name of a beautiful and neat maiden in Greek mythology. The word silvia is derived from the Latin word silva "forest".

SKYLINE is derived from the English word "skyline", which means ”an outline of mountains defined against the sky”. There are two theories about the naming process. The 1st theory is that SKYLINE was named by the developer Shinichiro Sakurai. This name was named after the blue sky and white mountains of the Northern Alps that he saw while skiing in Shiga Kogen, Japan. The 2nd theory is that SKYLINE was named by the executive management of Fuji Precision Industry, which is the predecessor of Nissan. First, "Sky" was extracted from the golf ball product names "Blue Sky" and "Skyway" manufactured by Fuji Precision Industry. Finally, SKYLINE was selected from the in-house proposals.
When the name SKYLINE won the Good Naming Award in December 2020, Nissan's announcement supported the 2nd theory above.

SKYLINE is derived from the English word "skyline", which means ”an outline of mountains defined against the sky”. There are two theories about the naming process. The 1st theory is that SKYLINE was named by the developer Shinichiro Sakurai. This name was named after the blue sky and white mountains of the Northern Alps that he saw while skiing in Shiga Kogen, Japan. The 2nd theory is that SKYLINE was named by the executive management of Fuji Precision Industry, which is the predecessor of Nissan. First, "Sky" was extracted from the golf ball product names "Blue Sky" and "Skyway" manufactured by Fuji Precision Industry. Finally, SKYLINE was selected from the in-house proposals.
When the name SKYLINE won the Good Naming Award in December 2020, Nissan's announcement supported the 2nd theory above.
CROSSOVER means "fusion", which means the fusion of a coupe and an SUV.

SKYLINE is derived from the English word "skyline", which means ”an outline of mountains defined against the sky”. There are two theories about the naming process. The 1st theory is that SKYLINE was named by the developer Shinichiro Sakurai. This name was named after the blue sky and white mountains of the Northern Alps that he saw while skiing in Shiga Kogen, Japan. The 2nd theory is that SKYLINE was named by the executive management of Fuji Precision Industry, which is the predecessor of Nissan. First, "Sky" was extracted from the golf ball product names "Blue Sky" and "Skyway" manufactured by Fuji Precision Industry. Finally, SKYLINE was selected from the in-house proposals.
When the name SKYLINE won the Good Naming Award in December 2020, Nissan's announcement supported the 2nd theory above.
"GT" of GT-R stands for the English words "Grand Touring". "R" is derived from the initials of R380 and the English word "Race".

STAGEA is a combination of the English words "stage" and "a of advance". STAGEA was also named after "advanced life stage".

STANZA is derived from the Italian word "stanza", which means "room". STANZA's sub name of Supremo is derived from the Spanish word "supremo", which means "supreme, highest in excellence or achievement". The sub name of Supremo has been revived with a special model of LAFESTA HighwaySTAR.

SUNNY is derived from the English word "SUNNY". The name of SUNNY was decided from a public naming competition.

CALIFORNIA is derived from states name of California. SUNNY CALIFORNIA was also named after the wagon type car with an American atmosphere based on SUNNY.

SYLPHY is derived from the name of elemental spirits "SYLPH". SYLPH is an elemental being believed to inhabit the air.

T

TEANA means "dawn" in the Native American language. In addition, the Chinese version of TEANA "天籟 = tiānlài" means "breath of nature" and "voice from heaven".

TERRANO is a combination of "TERRA" and "NO". "TERRA" is the Latin word "TERRA", means like the earth. "NO" is a suffix that enhances the nuance of a word. TERRANO was also named after "a car that freely travels on all roads of the earth".

TERRANO is a combination of "TERRA" and "NO". "TERRA" is the Latin word "TERRA", means like the earth. "NO" is a suffix that enhances the nuance of a word. TERRANO was also named after "a car that freely travels on all roads of the earth".
Regulus is derived from α Leo, which is a constellation of the king of beasts.

TIIDA is derived from the English word "tide", which means like "something that may increase or decrease, natural harmony". The reading of the car name is derived from the Okinawa word "TIIDA", which means "Sun".

TIIDA is derived from the English word "tide", which means like "something that may increase or decrease, natural harmony". The reading of the car name is derived from the Okinawa word "TIIDA", which means "Sun".
LATIO is derived from the English word "latitude", which means like "freedom from normal restraints in conduct".

Tino means "reason" and "correctness of judgment". This name also expresses a wise choice that makes you feel a new life.

TITAN is derived from the Greek god of the giants. TITAN expresses the big and power.

V

VANETTE is a mixture of VAN and ETTE. ETTE is a suffix, also means "Small, cute".

VANETTE is a mixture of VAN and ETTE. ETTE is a suffix, also means "Small, cute".
LARGO is derived from the Italian word "largo", which means like "wide and loose". Largo is also a musical symbol, means a very slow tempo.

VANETTE is a mixture of VAN and ETTE. ETTE is a suffix, also means "Small, cute".
LARGO is derived from the Italian word "largo", which means like "wide and loose". Largo is also a musical symbol, means a very slow tempo.
COACH is derived from the name "Kocs", a four-wheeled carriage with suspension manufactured around the 15th century. This four-wheeled carriage was manufactured in the Hungarian city of Kocs. It's quality was so high that it became famous in various European countries. As a result, the Hungarian city name has come to be synonymous with four-wheeled carriages.

VANETTE is a mixture of VAN and ETTE. ETTE is a suffix, also means "Small, cute".
SERENA is derived from the Spanish word "serena", which means like "completely clear and fine, serene skies and a bright blue sea". SERENA was also named after "comfortable and enjoyable driving".

Varietta is derived from the Italian word "varietà", which means "variety". Varietta also means the car that can change freely from the convertible to the coupe.

Violet is derived from the English word "violet", which means like "any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers".

VW SANTANA was created by the technical cooperation agreement between Nissan and Volkswagen. SANTANA means "strong hot wind from southern California to Los Angeles".

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WINGROAD is a combination that the wing and the road to imagine the expansion of the life area from the city to the outdoors.

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"X" of X-TRAIL is derived from X-treme(=Extreme) sports. Extreme sports are sports popular with young people, such as snowboarding and skateboarding.
"TRAIL" is derived from the English word "trail", which means like "a path or track roughly blazed through wild or hilly country". "X-TRAIL" is combination of "X" and "TRAIL", and can be imagined 4x4.

XTERRA is derived from the English word "terrain", which means like "particular type of land". XTERRA was also named after the impression of "activity, energy, excitement".

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"180" of 180SX means CA18DET engine displacement(1809cc) that was originally mounted at the debut. "SX" is the name given to Nissan's middle-sized sporty coupe for export. After the minor change, the engine was changed to SR20DE/DET engine displacement(1998cc), but the car name was not changed to "200SX" but was maintained at "180SX".

"200" of 200SX means L20 engine displacement(1952cc). This is the export model of 180SX including for North America. The 1st to 3rd generations were sold under the name 200SX, and the 4th and 5th generations were sold under the name 240SX in North America.

"240" of 240SX means KA24DE/E engine displacement(2388cc). This is the export model of 180SX only for North America. The 1st to 3rd generations were sold under the name 200SX, and the 4th and 5th generations were sold under the name 240SX in North America.

"240" of 240Z means L24 engine displacement(2393cc).

"280" of 280ZX, 280Z means L28 engine displacement(2753cc).

"300" of 300ZX, 300Z means VG30 engine displacement(2960cc).

"350" of 350Z means VQ35DE engine displacement(3498cc).

"370" of 370Z means VQ37VHR engine displacement(3696cc).

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