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121-664: In 2017, the second-generation Note was replaced by the French-built K14 Micra for the European market. The Versa Note was discontinued in North America in 2019 due to the decreasing demand for subcompact hatchbacks in the region. It continued to be produced and sold in Japan up to the introduction of the third-generation Note in late 2020. The Note was introduced with a series hybrid drivetrain in late 2016 as

242-403: A 1.6-litre with 81 kW (110 hp) petrol), choice of 10 body colours (a metallic red and a metallic grey - added to replace three outgoing colours; two solid colours and 8 metallics). On second facelift many changes were made in exterior and interior. Lights, bumpers, grille and dashboard were significantly changed. Nissan Connect Radio/Navi offered as option for high trim levels. AT software

363-593: A Renault-sourced 1.5 diesel unit (K9K). The automatic CVT transmission of the previous model was replaced by a conventional automatic transmission . Though its successor came out in 2010, the K12 was produced up through model year 2011. Euro NCAP tested a Micra 1.2 S in 2003 achieving safety ratings of: The vehicle was unveiled in Nissan Headquarters Gallery, and in Nissan's Ginza Gallery in

484-442: A benevolent eye on her, but it is Clara's grandmother that has the most impact. On one of her rare visits to Frankfurt, she and Heidi become fast friends. Under her kindly tutelage, Heidi finally learns how to read and write, to the astonishment of the tutor who has struggled for months to do the same, but the old woman's departure home again proves a turning point for Heidi. Forbidden by Miss Rottenmeier to ever mention or even think of

605-429: A built-in 4-channel amplifier, 5" LCD, resistive touchscreen and GPS receiver. The only navigation software is built into the firmware. No user apps could be installed on the device. Maps could only be updated using Nissan DRM protected SD cards ($ 150+). Cellular communications are not supported by hardware. Audio/amplifier quality can be assumed as acceptable. System was developed by Bosch Portugal as stated on stickers and

726-634: A cast of actors of Arab origin, but who lived in the USA, several of whom would participate both in the Arabic dub of Little Lulu and Her Little Friends , which was recorded entirely in the USA, and in this collaborative dub by Heidi, with the American staff. This dub was released in Saudi Arabia on KSA TV in 1984, and on Kuwait TV in 1986, with great success, to the point that in these two countries

847-764: A challenger to the Honda City , Daihatsu Charade , Suzuki Cultus , and Toyota Starlet . It was intended to replace the Nissan Cherry as the company's competitor in the supermini sector, as the Cherry model sold in Europe had progressively become larger with each successive generation. In Japan, it was exclusive to Nissan Cherry store locations, as the Japanese market Cherry was renamed March, benefiting from engineering contributions from Nissan's 1966 acquisition of

968-627: A choice of 3 engines (1.2-litre 80PS petrol, 1.2-litre 98PS DIG-S petrol, 1.5-litre 90PS turbo diesel), manual or CVT transmission, 3 trim levels (Visia, Acenta and Tekna). Nissan said the drag coefficient is 0.298. The frontal area is 2.13 m, making the drag area CdA to be at 0.639 m. It is a version of the Nissan Note for the Japanese market, with plated door handles, exclusive Beatnic Gold body color, suede-like cloth seats and artificial leather, piano-like center cluster finisher and genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel. The highest grade "MEDALIST"

1089-969: A choice of HR12DE (S, X, X FOUR) and HR12DDR (S DIG-S, X DIG-S, MEDALIST) engines, Xtronic CVT transmission. Early Note Rider models include a choice of HR12DE (X, X FOUR) and HR12DDR (X DIG-S) engines, Xtronic CVT transmission. The width dimension is kept under 1700mm on all international models so that versions in Japan will be in compliance with Japanese Government dimension regulations with engine displacement kept under 2000cc so that Japanese versions will offer Japanese buyers annual road tax savings for smaller engines. Hong Kong models went on sale on 21 September 2012. Early models included DIG-S with HR12DDR engine, XTRONIC CVT transmission, ISS idle mode. Latin American models went on sale in July 2013. Early models included Sense (manual and CVT) and Advance (manual and CVT). European models went on sale in summer 2013, with deliveries beginning in autumn 2013. Early models include

1210-638: A flip book animation. Nissan Note uses PS19W DRLs in Argentine and European models. Changes include: Nissan Micra#K14 The Nissan Micra , also known as the Nissan March ( Japanese : 日産・マーチ , Hepburn : Nissan Māchi ) , is a supermini car ( B-segment ) that has been produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Nissan since 1982. The Nissan Micra replaced the Japanese-market Nissan Cherry . It

1331-404: A large dashboard screen inside. The concept was equipped with automatic gearbox and always had its rear doors locked. Chris Lee, Nissan's product manager, says that many millions of dollars were invested in development and that Note was meant to be sold with pricetag under €13,000. The production version was unveiled and went on sale on 20 January 2005 in Japan. The European model was unveiled at

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1452-526: A limited edition model with a more rounded bodyshape, and only 10,000 were sold. In 1987, the canvas-topped, retro-looking hatchback Pao (パオ) (PK10) was launched (also at the Tokyo Motor Show ) and sold to the public in 1989; 51,657 units were sold. The canvas-topped Figaro (フィガロ) (FK10) coupé was unveiled at the same show in 1989, but not released until 1991. Because demand for the Figaro exceeded

1573-401: A new front grille, minor interior details, and headlight changes. This was also when the five-door hatchback version was introduced in Europe, shortly before Ford launched the third-generation Fiesta which also offered a 5-door model for the first time. The Micra's chassis spawned a number of variations. The Be-1 (BK10), launched at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1985 (but not sold until 1987), was

1694-516: A new, 70 mm longer wheelbase (developed with Renault), increased height and width, and prominent headlamps extending into the wings/fenders. The redesign coincided with the Japanese Nissan dealership network Nissan Cherry Store being renamed Nissan Red Stage in 1999. Other features included a sliding rear seat and optional keyless ignition . The range of engines included improved 1.2 ( CR12DE ) and 1.4 ( CR14DE ) petrol models, and

1815-465: A performance model of the K12. Dubbed the 160 SR , it is equipped with a 1.6 L HR16DE engine, giving 113 PS (83 kW; 111 hp) and uprated sports suspension. In 2006, Nissan renamed the 160 SR to the Sport SR in line with name changes across the board for the K12. However, this rebranding was short-lived: the performance model reverted to the 160 SR name in late 2007. The launch of

1936-445: A period of time where it became a favourite of many of the writers. Other modifications to this car include a vented rear arch and a set of Rays wheels. To date, Nissan has no plans to put this model into production. Changes include addition of clear front indicator lamps, a new seven-spoke design of 15" wheel covers, body-coloured powered door mirrors and door handles, front seats with improved support, addition of remote controls for

2057-453: A radio aerial repositioned from the top of the right-hand A-pillar to the middle of the roof, towards the rear. In Japan, the four-speed automatic became an option on the 1.3 as well, meaning that both engines could be ordered with three different types of transmission (5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic, or the CVT). In November 1999, the original facelift was replaced by a second version known as

2178-622: A real dub. Despite this series' international popularity, the full series is less well known in the US and UK. The only version of this anime to have been commercially released in the United States and United Kingdom is a completely separate feature-length film version of the TV series, created in 1975 according to the copyright, but supposedly not released until 1979. It was later released to home video in both continents in 1985 by Pacific Arts under

2299-651: A second cast, made up of Arab actors residing in the USA , from Egypt and Jordan. Credited as production studios were United Studios Company (USC), from Kuwait; and to an American studio named Middle East Media Center , which according to the dub credits, is located in Hollywood . Said American studio was probably close to, or at least known to, the Egyptian-born American businessman Frank Agrama (Harmony Gold founder), who at that time worked, among other things, producing Arabic dubs of anime series with

2420-740: A series of animated commercials were premiered on 20 May 2009. The commercial was inspired by the Heidi, Girl of the Alps animated series, featuring Junichi Koumoto and Tomochika (as Heidi). The series was produced by studio crocodile inc. UK models included: UK models went on sale in February 2012. Since beginning of 2012 and till the end of E11 production in 2013 at least in Russian marketed models/trims Nissan silently excluded seat belt pretensioners without any prior notes. Furthermore, seat belt pretensioners

2541-643: A toughened safety-cage and side-impact door beams were standard and pre-tensioning seat-belts and a driver's air-bag were optional. However, the Mk2 Micra scored only a modest two stars in Euro NCAP testing in 1997. CVT was the only automatic option available in Europe; in Japan, the 1.0-litre models were also available with a traditional, four-speed automatic transmission. Airbags , antilock brakes , electric windows, central locking and air conditioning were as either standard equipment or options on some models in

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2662-402: A wide array of colour variations. March Enchante includes a swivel front passenger's seat that turns 90° to facilitate easy ingress and egress. The March Driving Helper is fitted with hand-operated driving controls to enable persons with leg disabilities to drive and a control lever for operating the accelerator and the brakes with the left hand. These hand-operated controls are incorporated in

2783-403: Is Linux based. Sources of firmware were not published which does definitely violate Linux open source license. As of 16 July 2012, Nissan has sold 940,000 units of Nissan Note. It is a version of the Nissan Note inspired by multi-sports brand adidas , with user-changeable treatment on the front/rear bumpers; fabrics and rubber materials used on dashboard, door trim, etc. The vehicle

2904-707: Is also a model that inherits the concept of Tidus and comes from Laurel 's grade of the same name. The Versa Note is a version of the Note for the US market, as a replacement of the outgoing Versa hatchback. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2013 North American International Auto Show . US model went on sale in mid-2013 as 2014 model year vehicle. Early models include 1.6-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine with dual fuel injection and Twin CVTC (Continuously Variable Timing Control), 5-speed manual or Xtronic CVT transmission, 5 grade levels (S, S Plus, SV, SL). A sporty SR model has been added to

3025-511: Is an indirect successor to the conventional medium-sized Almera hatchback for the region. The trim levels for the European market were the S, SE and SVE, while later it is replaced by Visia, Visia+, Acenta, Acenta R and Tekna. In Russia/CIS region, Nissan sold Note with Comfort, Luxury and Tekna trim levels. Cars made for this market before 2009 have standard OBDII diagnostics especially software disabled by Nissan. The 2006 Nissan Note, 1.4 Acenta (SE), five-door hatchback passed, July 2006, passed

3146-422: Is distilled to only a small number of central episodes, as well as so two of the sub-plots (of the adopted Pichi and Meow, respectively) were part of the main plot instead, as well as cutting many other scenes of the episodes, either by shortening them or, most often, removing them entirely. The film features excerpt of Takeo Watanabe soundtrack, but used in different sequences than the series. This dub also changes

3267-488: Is made by Karmann coachworks and has a 2+2 seating layout. The car is powered by a 1.4 or 1.6 L petrol engine, or a 1.5 L diesel available on European versions only. The Japanese model (with HR16DE engine, 5-speed manual or 4-speed electronic automatic transmission) went on sale as 2007 model in limited quantities (1500 units) on 23 July 2007. There were originally four trim levels: Urbis, Sport, Essenza and Active Luxury. In October 2013, Top Gear magazine placed

3388-465: Is still popular in Japan today — the love for Heidi has drawn thousands of Japanese tourists to the Swiss Alps . Stamps featuring Heidi have been issued by Japan Post. Japanese heavy metal rock band Animetal made a cover of the show's original theme song. In the documentary about Studio Ghibli, The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness , Miyazaki refers to Heidi as Takahata's "masterpiece". All

3509-703: Is the 6th and final entry in Calpis Comic Theater , a precursor of the World Masterpiece Theater series, based on classic tales from the Western world. The animation studio responsible for Heidi, Zuiyo Enterprise, would split in 1975 into Nippon Animation Company, Ltd. (which employed the anime's production staff and continued with the World Masterpiece Theater franchise) and Zuiyo Company, Ltd., which retained

3630-601: The 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show , followed by the 2006 Geneva Motor Show . Retail models went on sale in Europe in early 2006. The United Kingdom was the first market to have the Note launch, being released on 1 March 2006. The car shares some of its underpinnings with the Renault Modus , and manufactured at Nissan's plant in Washington , England. Early models included a choice of four engines, which are 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre petrol; and two options of 1.5-litre diesel. It

3751-565: The 2006 Geneva Motor Show . It was designed at the new London-based Nissan Design Europe studio, developed at the Nissan Technical Centre Europe at Cranfield , Bedfordshire and built, as with its predecessor, at the Sunderland plant. It is built as a modern interpretation of the 1991 Micra-based Nissan Figaro with a convertible hardtop instead of the canvas top the Figaro had. The electric folding glass roof

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3872-507: The Euro NCAP car safety tests with these ratings: Production of European model of Nissan Note began in January 2006 at Sunderland plant in the UK. Nissan Note was produced in Nissan's Oppama Plant. A CD single called 'C'mon Everybody Note&Pencils' was released by Pony Canyon on 9 August 2006, which included Eddie Cochran 's C'mon Everybody (original, DJ UTO remix, instrumental) used in

3993-567: The Prince Motor Company , who originally developed the outgoing Cherry. The Micra had particularly low fuel consumption made possible by a specially developed engine only used in the Micra, an uncommonly high gearing, and a particularly low weight: only 630 kg (1,389 lb) in early European trim. The low weight target necessitated a minimum of insulation, meaning that early Micras were quite loud. Japanese owners benefitted from

4114-480: The 1-litre CG10DE engine. By late 2002, the new K12 was introduced (although the S and SE models were still being built). They were fully replaced by K12 in early 2003. The Bolero was a luxury model available in certain markets from 1999 to 2003. It featured a redesigned exterior, and an interior which had leather seats. The model with the different front was also available in Taiwan as Nissan Verita. The Verita

4235-515: The 1.4-litre petrol engine and automatic transmission. The only factory option was the City Collection pack, which included an upgraded six-disc sound system, six-spoke alloy wheels, and side and curtain airbags. The Australian specification adopted the Japanese facelift, with indicators integrated into the headlamps. In 2009, it was reported that a total of 31,600 units were sold in Japan and nearly 122,000 worldwide. Heidi, Girl of

4356-661: The 12c and the 14c-four. Other four wheel drive models included March Enchante (14c-four, 14e-four), March Enchante flip seat (14c-four), and the March Driving Helper (14c-four). In 2003, Nissan UK, inspired by the Andros Trophy K11, unveiled the Micra-R , a one-off mid-engined K12. Shown at the Geneva Motor Show without running gear and engine, being only a display car, it was later given

4477-432: The 160 SR coincided with a revision of the K12. The radiator grilles were given a chrome strip through the centre and the original amber indicators were replaced with clear ones. The rear bumper was restyled and made more robust (apparently in response to French parking habits). The interior was also given a makeover, with more supportive seats, thicker glass and better soundproofing. There were originally six trim levels of

4598-482: The 1988 Micra R (EK10FR) featured the same highly advanced sequential compound charged ( supercharger plus turbocharger ) engine in an all-aluminium straight-four 930 cc eight-valve MA09ERT unit that produced 110 PS (81 kW; 108 hp) at 6400 rpm. This car came with either a 3-speed automatic or 5-speed manual gearbox with viscous limited slip differential, as well as options such as air conditioning and electric mirrors. The Micra Super Turbo still holds

4719-465: The 20,000 vehicles built, Nissan sold the car by lottery: winners could place orders for the car. Despite being a JDM-only model, the Figaro is one of the most imported models of the K10 derivatives; its popularity among numerous celebrity owners helped it earn cult status. The K10 ceased production on 21 December 1992, although its replacement had gone into production some months earlier. During its lifetime,

4840-418: The 2008 Nissan Note launch in Japan, a series of television commercials based on The World of GOLDEN EGGS characters was produced. The corresponding web site < [2] > opened on 21 December 2007, followed by the 1st television commercial premiere in January 2008, and the opening of a special Nissan Note web site with The World of GOLDEN EGGS characters. As part of the 2009 Nissan Note market launch in Japan,

4961-623: The 2015 lineup. New for 2017 a facelift with a new front bumper cover as well as rear (previously only available on the SR model), wheels and color choices. Nissan discontinued the Versa Note in late 2019, while the Versa sedan continued to be offered for the 2020 model year onwards. The Japanese model of Nissan Note is manufactured at Nissan Motor Kyushu, while European models of Nissan Note were developed at Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) in both

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5082-654: The Alps Heidi, Girl of the Alps ( Japanese : アルプスの少女ハイジ , Hepburn : Arupusu no Shōjo Haiji ) is an anime television series produced by Zuiyo Eizo and based on the novel Heidi 's Years of Wandering and Learning by Johanna Spyri (1880). It was directed by Isao Takahata and features contributions by numerous other anime filmmakers, including Yoichi Kotabe (character design, animation director), Toyoo Ashida (co-character design, animation director), Yoshiyuki Tomino (storyboard, screenplay), and Hayao Miyazaki (scene design, layout, screenplay). Heidi

5203-416: The Alps again, Heidi rapidly goes into a decline, eventually becoming a sleep-walker, whose passage through the hallways is mistaken for that of a ghost, terrorizing the household. Summoned home to deal with the haunting, Mr. Sesemann, with the aid of the doctor, catch Heidi in the middle of the night. The doctor diagnoses Heidi's condition as a serious case of homesickness and persuades Mr. Sesemann to send

5324-552: The Alps with Miss Rottenmeier, who shows a clear disapproval of the rustic conditions, an open fear of animals, and distress at the potential for accidents on the mountain. Clara's grandmother soon arrives, and after seeing first-hand the vast improvement in Clara's condition, sends Miss Rottenmeier home, commending Clara to the Alm-Onji's care before departing herself. After having established that Clara's legs are capable of functioning,

5445-456: The Alps), as Heidi's grandfather is commonly known, has a fearsome reputation with the villagers of Dörfli, as rumors claim that in his youth he killed a man. He lives a solitary life with his dog Josef in a cabin halfway up the mountain. Heidi quickly wins her way into his heart with her enthusiasm and intelligence, firmly establishing herself in his life. She spends her days on the mountain top with

5566-564: The Autech Driving Control package, developed originally by Autech Japan for Nissan vehicles. The March Enchante was unveiled at the 2004 Tokyo Motor Show . The vehicles went on sale on 5 March 2002. Early models include 14e (5-door), 12c (3/5-door), 10b (3/5-door). Early March Enchante models include 12c (3/5-door). Early March Driving Helper models include 12c (3/5-door). The March Rafeet and 4WD models went on sale on 5 September 2002. Early March Rafeet models include

5687-631: The CD audio system and drive computer. Even though clear indicator lamps were added in 2004, not all models received them. Some Micras produced kept the original indicator lamps. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2004 Paris Motor Show . Autech , a Nissan-owned company, unveiled alternative models called the Bolero and the Rafeet . The Bolero, like Autech's versions of the K11, has the usual retro front end (which with

5808-723: The European market during 1983. Also launched that year were the Fiat Uno , Peugeot 205 , Vauxhall Nova (a Britain-only model which had been launched across Europe the previous year as the Opel Corsa ) and the second generation of the Ford Fiesta . It sold well in Britain, being launched there in June 1983 and peaking at more than 50,000 sales for the year in 1989, and was one of the most popular imported cars of its era. The model

5929-560: The Italian version was sung by Elisabetta Viviani . The Italian dub was made from the German one, so it features the same soundtrack and dialogue adaptation. In Italy, also, the series was summed up and reassembled in three feature films, released in cinemas from 1978 through to 1979. The first of the three, Heidi in città ("Heidi in town"), summarizes the episodes in which the protagonist is brought to Frankfurt and befriends Clara, although

6050-659: The Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) only. However, much like the Nissan Figaro, some have been imported into the UK unofficially. There was also an estate version called the March Box (WK11), which was unveiled in November 1999, with a split folding rear seat and either the 1.0- or 1.3-litre engines. Both engine options could be ordered either with a traditional, four-speed automatic transmission or with

6171-402: The Japanese market, with exclusive dark chrome front grille, dark chrome bumper grille, exclusive dark emblem (Rider/AUTECH), intelligent air conditioning system, exclusive sports muffler (by FUJITSUBO) and exclusive pumper finisher (from Note Rider Autech option), choice of 2 body colors (white pearl (3 coat pearl), super black (pearl)). The vehicles went on sale on 19 October 2011. As part of

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6292-483: The K11C. For UK-built Micras, this took place in late 2000. While it still looked quite similar from the outside, the engines had been updated to run on the newer individual coilpack system (whereas the earlier models had been fitted with a distributor). As well as this, the secondary catalytic converter was removed and the primary catalytic converter (on the manifold) was enlarged. Other exterior changes included new lights on

6413-541: The K12, but in 2006 they were simplified to just three: Initia, Spirita and Sport. In addition, the launch line-up of six engines was reduced to the most popular four. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show . In late 2007, the Nissan Micra was facelifted again. It had several cosmetic tweaks: every model featured the standard racing grille taken from the K12 160 SR; the front headlights were tidied up (incorporating light blue-tinted sidelights) and

6534-471: The Micra C+C on its list of "The 13 worst cars of the last 20 years", on the basis that "If you need us to justify its inclusion here, you are not only reading the wrong mag [...] As much fun as sticking chilli-infused toothpicks in your eyes." Changes to Nissan March include: Micra 12SR is a version of Nissan March with: Japanese models went on sale on 25 August 2005. In 2005, Nissan Europe released

6655-539: The Micra gained a good reputation for reliability and economy. In 1995, it topped the small car class in a reliability survey of four to six-year-old cars undertaken by the German Automobile Association (ADAC) , with 7.5 recorded breakdowns per 1,000 vehicles for four-year-old Micras and 11.5 for six-year-old cars: this compared with 8.0 breakdowns per 1,000 cars for four-year-old Volkswagen Polos and 15.3 for six-year-old Polos. (The class loser

6776-845: The Micra range. The European model range consisted of 1.0L and LX, 1.3LX, SLX and Super S. The car soon won the European Car of the Year award for 1993, becoming the first Japanese car to do so. It also won the Good Design Award (a Trade and Industry Design award in Japan) along with the Car of the Year Japan award in 1992. At its introduction in 1993, it won the Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference Car of

6897-598: The Micra was launched during Nissan's rebranding effort to systematically phase out the Datsun name, a small "Datsun" ( ダットサン , Dattosan ) appeared on the tailgate for the first two years, and in some European markets, the car was known as the "Datsun-Nissan Micra". The Datsun badges had disappeared completely by the end of 1984. The Micra was initially available with an extremely refined all-aluminium MA10S SOHC engine. European market cars developed 50 PS (37 kW; 49 hp) or 55 PS (40 kW; 54 hp) in

7018-762: The Nissan Note commercial premiered on 12 May 2006. The CD cover shows a Marine Blue Note 15S V package drawing on a 50m x 40m notebook with blue tire tracks. The Note commercial was performed by Toshihiro Yashiba of JFCT INC. In 2007, Nissan slightly facelifted Note. Both bumpers become fully painted. Radio antenna moved to the rear of the roof. Headlamp washer lost its dedicated button and become fully automatic which lead to excessive cleaner fluid consumption. New radio models were offered and some less significant and invisible changes were made. Changes to Nissan Note include: Japanese models went on sale on 16 January 2008. Early models include 15X F package, 15X, 15G, 15RS, 15RX, 15X FOUR F package, 15X FOUR, 15G FOUR. European model

7139-430: The Note e-Power. Due to its popularity and the push of electrification , the third-generation Note is only available with the e-Power drivetrain, which consumes 29.5km/l (69m/USg). Nissan Note was developed to replace the unpopular Almera Tino which has proved to be a failure in Europe, with only 200,000 cars sold in 7 years. The main rival of Almera Tino, Renault Scénic , had 1,400,000 cars sold just in two years after

7260-554: The Super S was the 1.3-litre 75 hp (55 kW) CG13DE twin cam, 16-valve engine. In Greece, a hot hatch version was developed to compete with the massively successful Peugeot 106 Rallye and Fiat Punto GT. It was based on the CG13DE 16-valve engine but had a more aggressive overhead cam and a completely new exhaust system which together made 20 more horsepower. It was equipped with Eibach coilovers and Kayaba buffer suspension. Just like

7381-529: The Super S, it was fitted with 175/60/R13 tires. The next version of the Micra, the K12, was unveiled in production form at the 2002 Paris Motor Show , following the lines of the Nissan mm.e concept car presented the year before at the Frankfurt Motor Show . It was introduced to the Japanese market in February 2002 and to the European market at the end of 2002., The car was restyled, featuring

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7502-715: The UK and Spain and produced in Nissan Manufacturing UK in Sunderland. Both the North American Nissan Versa Note and Latin American models of the Nissan Note are built in Nissan Mexicana SA de CV in Aguascalientes, Mexico. As of 19 September 2012, Japanese dealers have received 21,880 market orders of Nissan Note. As part of Nissan Note's market launch in Japan, Nissan Note's Japan website featured

7623-421: The Year award in Japan. To celebrate these three major awards, Nissan manufactured 2,000 examples of the limited V3 Award edition. After receiving minor changes in 1996, the Micra received a facelift in 1998, six years after its launch. There was a Cabriolet (FHK11) unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1995, but it was not sold until August 1997, with an electric top. These were produced in limited numbers for

7744-515: The best known children's songs in Spain and Heidi herself became one of both Sélica Torcal and Marisa Marco's most famous roles. The name "Rottenmeier" became synonymous with "uptight, straight-laced hag" among Spaniards and has subsequently been used to describe multiple female politicians, and the Spanish parliament, among others in Spain, and has the woman been used as a bad type of 'potential' single (the suggestion coming from her first reference name "Fräulein" meaning "unmarried woman"). The show

7865-410: The bumper, an altered lower body, orange turn signals and minor changes to the interior. Further changes included a redesigned rear wiper which rested horizontally instead of vertically, and the centre high level brake lamp being reduced in size and mounted at the top of the rear window, instead of on the parcel shelf. The 1.3 L (1275 cc) CG13DE engine offered in previous K11s were removed in

7986-415: The children and Alm-Onji begin to work on Clara's physical therapy. Eventually, Clara is able to walk without assistance and returns home with her father and grandmother, promising that she will return the following spring to be with her friends again. In 1967, future Zuiyo founder Shigeto Takahashi, manager of TCJ at the time, produced a 5-minute pilot short for a series based on Johanna Spyri's novel, but

8107-402: The conditions in the Swiss Alps may be too harsh for her to handle. The doctor is sent to the Alps in her place, to inspect the area and determine whether it is an appropriate environment for a disabled, sick young child. Heidi, Peter, Alm-Onji, and the limitations of the terrain convince the doctor that this may be just the place for Clara to try out her legs again. In due course, Clara comes to

8228-425: The crown for the fastest production Micra in Nissan's history, with factory performance figures of 7.7 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) and 15.5 seconds to run a quarter-mile. It has a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph) (the maximum allowed to Japanese production cars at the time) and continued to be built until December 1991. The second-generation K11 was built in the UK, Japan and Taiwan. It

8349-403: The engine below 1000cc when it came time to pay the annual road tax obligation. The body style was originally designed for Fiat as a replacement for the Fiat 127 , but Fiat then adopted the Giugiaro -styled Uno instead. It was introduced in the European market in June 1983, and in Canada in 1984 for the 1985 model year (replacing the slightly larger Nissan Pulsar hatchbacks ). Because

8470-437: The entry-level Visia was a 65 PS (48 kW; 64 hp) unit, as opposed to the 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) version on other grades. In addition, the Visia did not have the option of a 1.4 L engine. The 1.6 L engine was reserved for the 160 SR and as an option on the Active Luxury grade. Starting from 2007, Nissan began selling the K12 in Australia. Imported from Japan, all were five-door hatchbacks, with

8591-446: The following winter so that Heidi and Peter can start going to school. Over the course of the season, Heidi and Alm-Onji become friendly with the villagers, and Peter builds his own sled and wins a local race. The subsequent spring, they return to the mountain in the Alps, bidding farewell to their new friends. In Frankfurt, Clara, who has been longing to see her friend again, reminds her father of his promise to her, but he reminds her that

8712-429: The girl back to the Alps before she dies of her condition. Clara is only reconciled by the promise that she will be allowed to visit Heidi in the mountains. Under the care of Sebastian, Heidi embarks on the long trip home, finally returning to her grandfather, Peter and his family. Heidi's return and her newfound enjoyment of reading prompt Alm-Onji to partially restore a ruined house down in the village, where they retire

8833-493: The girl initially hampered by Mrs. Rottenmeier, will resume the use of her legs. The third feature to be released, Heidi a scuola ("Heidi at school"), sums up the first part of the series, which includes the arrival of Heidi in the mountains and the meeting with her grandfather. All three titles were officially distributed in 16mm by Sampaolo Film. The series was dubbed and aired in the Arab world , and premiered in 1984. This dub

8954-504: The go-ahead and Nissan commissioned Ray Mallock Ltd to insert a mid-mounted BTCC -derived Primera QG20DE engine for show and press demonstration purposes. In 2005, Nissan UK decided to replace the Primera engine with a VQ35DE from a 350Z with a modified Altima SE-R gearbox for user-friendliness on the road. This model was baptized 350SR , although it was not offered for sale. It was taken on to EVO magazine's "fast fleet" for

9075-423: The grandfather's cottage. Before his trip to Switzerland, Kotabe had drawn Heidi with two pigtails based on Mori's previous design, but he removed them after a Swiss librarian told him that a 5-year-old girl who lives in the mountains wouldn't be able to tie one. For the grandfather's design, Kotabe took inspiration from a wooden carved figure in a local souvenir shop, which he quickly sketched without being noticed by

9196-404: The grandfather. Isao Takahata remarked "Neither Hayao Miyazaki nor I are completely related to any shortening version" on this work. In 2015, an eponymous remake of the series has been produced by Belgian production house Studio 100 . The series is an international co-production between various countries and consists of 39 episodes. A 26-episode second season featuring an entirely original plot

9317-454: The grilles housing the indicators were edged in chrome. Inside, there were new seat fabric designs, and the dashboard featured parts taken from other Nissans. New equipment included an audible speed warning, bluetooth connectivity with the vehicle and reversing sensors. All models (save for entry-level) were fitted with sport bumpers and spoilers on the sides and rear. Larger wing mirrors were also added on some models. The 1.2-litre engine for

9438-434: The high compression version coupled with the five-speed option. It was also available with either automatic (called "Nissanmatic"), four-speed or five-speed gearbox. Both the automatic and five-speed manual gearboxes were unusual in a supermini at this time. The Nissanmatic model originally had a 60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp) version of the 1-litre engine. It was one of several important small cars to be launched onto

9559-512: The introduction of the second-generation model. Renault will later also introduce their mini-MPV named Modus , which will also become best-seller by late 2005. The development of what would become Note started around summer 2002. As a result, the Nissan Tone concept was created. It was unveiled at the 2004 Paris Motor Show . While similar to production model in general, the concept has some unique features such as U-shaped panoramic roof, and

9680-455: The last one who also made the script translations and dubbing direction. The German-language version of the series was first broadcast on ZDF , German national television programm, from September 18, 1977, to September 24, 1978. Heidi, Girl of the Alps was also a success in Italy. Its first broadcast was from February 7 to June 6, 1978, and it had successful yearly re-runs. The title song of

9801-553: The locations for the series. In summer of 1973, Isao Takahata, Hayao Miyazaki and new character designer (and animation director) Yōichi Kotabe made a two-day visit to Maienfeld and later they also traveled to Frankfurt in Germany . The results of their research were used as a reference in the design of the settings and backgrounds, and in the characters designs. The group stayed at the Heidialp hut which served as an inspiration for

9922-400: The longing for her grandfather makes Heidi understand after many vicissitudes that she should go back to live in the mountains. The second, Heidi torna tra i monti ("Heidi goes back to the mountains"), summarizes the latest episodes of the television series. Heidi, finally back with her grandfather, continues to maintain the friendship at a distance with Clara, who, precisely during a visit to

10043-452: The mountains until Aunt Dete returns from the city, excited about a good opportunity for Heidi. A wealthy German businessman, Mr. Sesemann, is searching for a companion for his wheelchair-using daughter Clara, who is crippled due to rickets . Thwarted by Alm-Onji, Dete tricks Heidi into accompanying her, ostensibly to get a present for Peter and her grandfather. Although at first promised that she can return at any time, Heidi quickly learns of

10164-647: The name of the dog Josef to Bernard, ostensibly because he is a St. Bernard , as well as Pichi to Binky Bird. It aired on Nickelodeon 's Special Delivery anthology series in 1988 and HBO in the 1980s. The series was also dubbed in Tagalog in the Philippines on ABS-CBN in 1997, as well as in Cebuano in 2000. In India, the English dubbed version of the series was aired on Cartoon Network in 2001 on 8pm. Heidi

10285-598: The orphaned Heidi to live with her formidable grandfather in the Swiss Alps . Dete has found a promising job in Frankfurt , but cannot leave while still Heidi's legal guardian, nor can she take Heidi with her. The only closest relative left is Heidi's grandfather, and in Dete's opinion, he should take some responsibility and do his share since she is the daughter of his deceased son (Heidi's late father). Alm-Onji (the Old Man of

10406-436: The project was shelved until the new studio was founded. The series finally went into production in 1973, when a new pilot with character design by Yasuji Mori was produced as a test. This work however was never shown publicly and what remain of it are only a few cels and concept arts. For an accurate depiction of the settings, Takahashi asked his staff to make a scout trip to Switzerland , so that they could carefully study

10527-521: The rebellious goatherd Peter, whose responsibility is to take the villagers' goats to the high mountains for pasture, and her winters occasionally visiting Peter's grandmother, a blind old woman whose dream is to one day hear her cherished book of psalms read to her (which Peter cannot do since he failed to learn to read). Alm-Onji's misanthropy and seclusion prevents Heidi from going to school, of which she has no experience anyway, ultimately leaving her illiterate like Peter. Heidi continues to live happily in

10648-502: The revised Hyper-CVT transmission. In May 1997, a facelift version was introduced in Japan. The UK-built Micra, meanwhile, was only updated in March 1998 and was built until early 2003. The cumulative visual changes from the first models included a revised front grille and headlights, redesigned front and rear bumpers, oval instead of round side repeater indicators, major changes to the interior and dashboard, redesigned rear light lenses, and

10769-468: The rights (and debt) to the Heidi TV series. The feature-length film edit of the TV series, released in March 1979, was engineered completely by Zuiyo, with no additional involvement from Nippon Animation, Takahata or Miyazaki. Zuiyo also re-edited the series in two OVA released in 1996. Heidi is five years old when her aunt Dete, who has raised Heidi since her parents' deaths four years earlier, takes

10890-464: The ruse and tries to convince Dete to let her stay but is instead dragged to Frankfurt by force. While on a train headed to Frankfurt, Heidi throws a temper tantrum while screaming and crying for her grandfather, when she tries to leave the train, she realizes too late as the train is moving away. When they finally arrive at the Sesemann mansion, Dete abandons her under the authority of Miss Rottenmeier,

11011-505: The second facelift in 1989. Sporty Super S included a factory body kit, racing seats and a tachometer and was only available in black, gray, white and red. Despite its appearance it had the same MA12 engine as the standard K10 Micra, although catalytic converters were a non-deletable feature on the car making them slightly less powerful than the non-cat cars. In 1988, Nissan launched a limited 10,000-unit run of its homologated (certified) Nissan 1989 Micra Super Turbo (EK10GFR/GAR). Both this and

11132-447: The second facelift, and replaced by a 1,348 cc "1.4" unit ( CGA3DE ). This was still referred to as a 1.3 in Japan. The 1.0-litre CG10DE remained in the second facelift models but had a slightly higher power output; 60 hp (44 kW) compared to the earlier 54 hp (40 kW). Also new in November 1999 was a four-wheel drive version, only offered on the hatchback with the 1.35-litre engine and CVT transmission. In 2001, Muji ,

11253-597: The series has been broadcast several times in recent years. Also, the series has been shown in numerous Arab countries, such as Bahrain , Jordan , Lebanon , Oman , Palestine , Qatar , Syria and the UAE . The dub included the participation of Nahed Fahim (Heidi, Narrator, Additional Voices), Gashan Al-Mashini (Alm-Onji, Additional Voices), Zuhair Awadh (Peter, Additional Voices), Samira Shamiya (Clara, Dete, Additional Voices), Feryal Qassem (Miss Rottenmeier, Peter's Mom, Additional Voices), and Zuhair Haddad. The dub director

11374-421: The series were theatrically released in Japan in blow-up format during Tōhō Champion Matsuri , on March 21, 1974 and March 12, 1975 respectively. A feature-length film was edited from the series by Zuiyo (which by then was a separate entity from Nippon Animation , which employed many of the TV series' animation staff) and released in Japanese theaters on March 17, 1979. All cast were replaced excluding Heidi and

11495-426: The servants and her pet canary. Heidi's longing to return home and occasional attempts to escape are punctuated by the occasional distractions of new friends. She smuggles a small kitten into the house, and she and Clara care for it until Miss Rottenmeier discovers it and has it thrown out, until Sebastian, the kindly butler, is able to leave the kitten with a friend. Clara's doctor befriends her, and occasionally keeps

11616-407: The shopkeeper. Many new episodic adventures were added to the narration to pad the story, especially in the first part of the series. One of the most notable changes is in the character of Peter, made considerably less hostile, when in the original novel he even breaks Clara's wheelchair out of jealousy. The Heidi, Girl of the Alps anime has been dubbed into about twenty languages. The TV series

11737-628: The song. They describe his childhood memories of Heidi herself and current thoughts of her, including of potentially contacting her by phone , as well as inviting her somewhere. Later, updated versions of the animated TV series contained the theme song in Afrikaans for the South African audience. At the time the original animated TV series was released in South Africa in 1978, "Heidi" had also been sung in English by artist Peter Lotis, and

11858-536: The songs in the series are written by Eriko Kishida , composed by Takeo Watanabe and arranged by Yuji Matsuyama. The album with the songs was first published in Japan in May 1974 by Nippon Columbia (Catalog# KKS-4098 ). Opening theme : "Tell me" (おしえて, Oshiete), sung by Kayoko Ishū with yodeling by Nelly Schwartz. Ending theme : "Wait and See" (まっててごらん, Mattete Goran ), sung by Kumiko Osugi , with yodeling by Nelly Schwartz. Insert songs : Episodes 4 and 45 of

11979-663: The standard Micra headlights makes the car resemble the Lancia Ypsilon ); the Rafeet has a more modern approach, resembling a BMW MINI , with either a black or white leather interior, whereas the Bolero has partial wood panelling and exclusive seating. In 2005, the K12 chassis spawned the coupé convertible model called the Nissan Micra C+C . The vehicle was unveiled at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show , followed by

12100-473: The strict, no-nonsense governess in charge of Clara's welfare. Heidi and Clara immediately become friends, and Heidi quickly turns the household topsy-turvy with her escapades and well-meaning faux pas. Clara is enchanted by Heidi's stories of the Alps, which paints a picture of a life completely different from the sheltered and lonely one she is normally accustomed to. Her widowed father is mostly away on business, and Clara's only constant companions until now are

12221-557: The title The Story of Heidi . This version was produced by Claudio Guzman and Charles Ver Halen, with the English translation and dialogue by Dick Strome and featured a voice cast including Randi Kiger as Heidi, Billy Whitaker as Peter, Michelle Laurita as Clara, Vic Perrin as the Alm Uncle, the Doctor and Postman, Alan Reed (who died in 1977) as Sebastian and Mr. Usher, and legendary voice talent Janet Waldo as Aunt Dete. The version

12342-430: The well-known Japanese "non-brand" issued a limited release of 1,000 badgeless and decontented Nissan Marches, only available online. It was intended as an exercise to test their online marketing systems and was sold as the " Muji Car 1000 " (ムジ・カー 1000). The rear seat is upholstered in vinyl, the hubcaps are minimal, and the car was only offered in "marble white". The Muji Car 1000 has a four-speed automatic transmission and

12463-529: Was Ghassan Al-Mashini. The translation was done by Afaf and Saba Bader. It had an original Arabic opening theme, which was different from the original Japanese opening theme. The musical theme was composed by the Egyptian Adel Asfour, and was sung by the Jordanian interpreter Sameera Nimri, who would also interpret the Arabic ending, and other additional songs. For the dub, an own soundtrack

12584-663: Was able to reach major stardom in Asia, Europe, Latin America , the Arab world , and South Africa. In Spain , the series debuted on TVE in 1975, simply titled Heidi . The show became one of the most popular anime of all time in Spain, enough to have its own Spanish merchandise, including a comic book adaptation-turned-continuation of the series, published bi-weekly by Ediciones Recreativas and consisting of over an hundred issues in total from 1975 to 1981. "Abuelito, dime tú" became one of

12705-558: Was aired in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam on Chutti TV , Kushi TV , and Chintu TV and Kochu TV respectively. The series was broadcast in Turkey with Turkish dubbing. Originally broadcast on TRT , the series was later broadcast on CNBC-e , Kanal 1 and Kidz TV . The series, which was popular in the 1990s, is still widely watched and loved in Turkey. Heidi, Girl of the Alps

12826-537: Was also popular in Colombia , Venezuela , Chile , Peru and Brazil . For the series' German dub, an entirely new soundtrack was composed; the in-episode compositions were created by Gert Wilden and the title song's music by Christian Bruhn and performed by the Schlager folk duo Gitti und Erika. The lyrics for the title song, which was simply titled " Heidi " were written by Andrea Wagner and Wolfgang Weinzierl,

12947-646: Was also sold in the Philippines. The Super S trim was available in 1993–1997; the name was changed to SR when the Micra was facelifted. Differences include a slightly faster 3.6 turns lock-to-lock rack, over the standard 3.8 turns, different colour-coded front and rear bumpers, colour-coded wing mirrors and bump strips, rear wrap-around spoiler, front fog lights, remote fuel flap opening, wider 175/60/r13 tyres, rear ashtray, tachometer, more heavily bolstered seats, split folding rear seats and rear speaker shelf as standard. Features such as electric windows and power steering were still optional extras. The only engine available for

13068-849: Was based on the Nissan INVITATION concept. The vehicle was unveiled at the Osanbashi venue in Yokohama, followed by Nissan Gallery on 28 August 2012. The European model was unveiled at the 83rd Geneva Motor Show . The Latin American model was unveiled at the Port of Cartagena de Indias in Colombia. It would replace the Nissan Livina for other countries' markets (except China and parts of Asia) within 2013. Japanese models went on sale on 3 September 2012. Early Note models include

13189-460: Was composed, replacing the original Japanese soundtrack, but it was not dispensed with, since the Arabic soundtrack is mixed with the Japanese one in several scenes, and even many songs from the Japanese version are reinterpreted, such as the original Japanese opening. All these compositions and arrangements were also made by Adel Asfour, and were recorded in the USA, the same country where the final mixing and editing would be done. The German version

13310-477: Was exclusive to Nissan Japanese dealership network Nissan Cherry Store until 1999 when the "Cherry" network was combined into Nissan Red Stage until 2003. Until Nissan began selling kei cars in Japan, the March was Nissan's smallest vehicle, and was not renamed and sold at other Japanese Nissan dealership networks. The original Micra (chassis name K10) was introduced onto the Japanese market in October 1982 as

13431-520: Was launched in Japan in January 1992, and released in Europe in the fourth quarter of the year. It was powered by brand new all-aluminium 1.0 L ( CG10DE ) and 1.3 L ( CG13DE ) DOHC 16-valve engines, with 55 PS (40 kW; 54 hp) and 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) respectively (higher outputs were claimed in Japan, according to the JIS rather than DIN/ECE rating), both with ECCS (Electronic Concentrated Control System) fuel injection. It

13552-402: Was listed in all the dealer offers and contracts while some people found no installed pretensioners on their places upon seat dismount. Later NM Russia acknowledged the lack of pretensioners in Nissan Note 2012–2013. Nissan Connect is an auto entertainment system offered with many Nissan cars. There are a few different models of NC for different cars. It is an inexpensive CD/USB audio player with

13673-580: Was one of the first produced in the Persian Gulf , being a collaborative production between Kuwait and the United States . At that time, it was common for actors of various nationalities to participate in the first dubs in the Gulf area, so the same thing happened in this dub, which was made up of two casts of actors: the first, who worked from Kuwait, made up of actors from Lebanon and Jordan; and

13794-510: Was re-dubbed for the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) by Leephy Studios, and was popular in South Africa during the late 1970s and early 1980s with a number of re-runs. While the (German) theme song was not initially dubbed into Afrikaans, multiple covers of it in the language exist, including by Carike Keuzenkamp and Kurt Darren , the latter released in 2012 and which makes brand new verses for

13915-572: Was released as a single. It attained the Number 2 position on the Springbok Charts on 16 June 1978, and remained on the charts for 13 weeks. An English dub was made possibly in Philippines, and was broadcast on Cartoon Network India in 2001. The dub has never been released on home media and is hard to find. This dub, about which there is almost no information, is the only known dub of the complete series in English, and which has been proven

14036-678: Was revised in June 1985, identifiable by a restyled tailgate and larger rear lamp clusters. The Japanese market saw the debut of the first Micra Turbo / MA10ET , where Nissan grafted a turbocharger and added electronic fuel injection to the small 1.0 L engine. This version was never sold in Europe, where the only engines ever available were the 1.0 and 1.2 units. The 1.2, with the larger MA12 1.2 L engine with an electronically controlled carburettor with 57 PS (42 kW; 56 hp), arrived in late 1987. A non-catalyzed version produced 60 PS. Another facelift came in March 1989, which consisted of some minor upgrades such as deeper bumpers,

14157-657: Was the Fiat Uno with 20.7 breakdowns per 1,000 for four-year-old cars and 37.3 for six-year-old Unos. In the longer term, the Micra would also go on to achieve a much higher survival rate than many of its competitors. ) For the 1991 model year, a rebadged Nissan Sentra B12 entered Canada to replace the Micra as the Nissan Sentra Classic after Nissan announced it would not import the Micra to Canada after 1991. The Sentra Classics were built in Mexico . The European market Super S trim became available along with

14278-501: Was the second Nissan model line to be produced in the UK at the Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK (NMUK) plant, Washington Tyne and Wear. A diesel version was offered with the 1.5 L PSA TUD market in Europe as Micra 1.5 D. Continuously variable transmission and power steering was an option on some models The equipment list also included safety features not usually available in this market segment:

14399-470: Was tuned to stay on the safe side while ATF is not warm enough. There are variety of less significant changes. There are versions of Nissan Note 15X SV and 15X FOUR SV for the Japanese market, with intelligent air conditioning system with 1-touch clean switch. The vehicles went on sale on 30 June 2011. It is a version of the Nissan Note Rider 15X SV (2WD 1.5L) and 15X FOUR SV (e･4WD 1.5L) for

14520-598: Was unveiled at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show . The vehicle was unveiled at the 2006 Tokyo Auto Salon . Showcased in 2012 at the 82nd Geneva Motor Show , the Invitation Concept is a hatchback concept built on the V platform , designed to be sold alongside Nissan Micra and Nissan Juke. It featured a swage line at the side body panel, independent front MacPherson struts with coil springs, torsion beam rear axle, Around View Monitor (AVM) safety technology, Nissan Safety Shield System. The second generation Nissan Note

14641-538: Was unveiled at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. The 1.5-litre dCi engine models went on sale in September 2008, followed by 1.4-litre petrol engine models in October 2008. European second facelift/restyle models went on sale in the late 2010 as 2011 model year vehicles. As for early models Nissan provided choice of 3 engines (1.5-litre dCi turbo diesel engine (N/A in CIS/Russia), 1.4-litre with 65 kW (88 hp) and

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