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So, you probably hear the name Nissan and immediately think of the great sedans we make, like the Nissan Altima or Maxima. Or maybe you imagine the ever-so-popular Nissan Rogue SUV. The farthest thing from your mind is probably a truck, right? We’re here today to talk about just that. more As Nissan dealers serving Union, NJ, we may be biased about the Nissan trucks available, so we'll leave it to the facts. Whether you’re wanting a little power or a lot, we have a great option for you between the Nissan Frontier and the Nissan Titan. These models are safe, reliable, and comfortable without being completely overwhelming to drive or park. The Nissan Titan, on one hand, has a super powerful 5.6-liter V8 engine that churns out 390 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque. It can tow and haul all of the essentials—up to 9,740 lb, in fact! When it comes to payload, it can carry a maximum 1,950-lb capacity. Off-road amenities include active brake limited slip, ample ground clearance, and shift-on-the-fly 4x4. The Nissan Frontier is the smaller of the two options, but still powerful, and little more efficient, thanks to a 4.0-liter V6 worth 261 horsepower. It achieves a maximum 6,720-lb towing and 1,460-lb payload capacity. If you're serious about hauling, consider the multiple accessories to enhance your experience, including a bed tent, sliding tool box, bed cover, and sliding bed divider. Take a look at our Nissan trucks for sale as soon as today! Sansone Nissan is located at 90-100 US Highway 1 North in Avenel, NJ.

We offer a variety of new Nissan models here at Sansone Nissan. One vehicle that has always set itself apart is the Nissan Rogue Sport. And according to some information we learned at the Chicago Auto Show, this vehicle is about to get so much better for the new model year. more The Nissan Rogue Sport gets a fresh look for 2020, comprised of a new Vmotion grille and colors, redesigned rear taillamps, and a healthy dose of additional standard equipment. The model boasts a completely unique design personality. Nitro Lime Metallic and Monarch Orange Metallic are among the color choices for this year, and under the hood, the 141-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and Xtronic CVT transmission are standard equipment. Front-wheel and all-wheel drive are the drivetrains offered. Even the base model is set to have driver-assist features, thanks to Nissan Safety Shield 360: Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection Rear automatic braking Lane departure warning Blind spot warning Rear cross traffic alert High beam assist In addition to these amenities is the availability of ProPILOT Assist and the rear door alert system. According to Scott Shirley, the VP of CMM and Marketing Operations, Nissan North America, Inc., "Our Rogue Sport is a critical vehicle in Nissan’s popular CUV lineup, slotted strategically between the Nissan Kicks and Rogue.” We look forward to learning more about this model, including its new MSRP price in the coming months. Stop by Sansone Nissan soon to learn more about the upcoming 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport, or to take a test drive in our currently available models. We look forward to working with you and helping your family find a good fit for your next new vehicle. Come see us today!

If you live in or near Avenel, you’ve probably heard of Sansone Nissan and the fabulous Nissan deals we offer. But did you know we’re also here for helpful tips and advice on the car buying process? If you follow our list of dos and don’ts for test driving your next vehicle, we have a feeling you’ll be all the more confident in your decision. more Test Drive Dos - Prepare. View your favorite models online and narrow it down to two or three favorites that fit your budget. This will save you a lot of time the day you come in. - Come on your day off. Clear your schedule and plan on taking your time. Buying a new car is a commitment, and we don’t want you to feel rushed. - Test out all of the features. Different driving modes, convenience amenities, infotainment screens, safety systems, and everything in between. - Ask! Feel free to ask our salespeople any questions about the vehicles we offer or our financing options. That’s why we’re here! Test Drive Don’ts - Stay glued to your phone. It’s okay if you want to take notes or photos, but return those text messages later. - Feel obligated to buy a model because you did the test drive. The whole point of a test drive is to get a feel of the vehicle and see if it’s that perfect fit for your driving needs. And if it’s not, we can suggest some other options. - Stress. Test driving should be a fun adventure on the way to your new car. Enjoy it! We hope you take advantage of our tips and come see us soon! Set your navigation to “ Nissan showroom near me,” and make your way to Sansone Nissan! We look forward to working with you soon.

Nissan dealers like us love talking about new Nissan models, but that feeling is even better when we get to discuss huge innovations in our field. Lucky for us, the Nissan Leaf is both! If you’ve yet to hear about this best-selling electric vehicle, we’ve got you covered with the facts. more Taking inspiration from the environmentally friendly Nissan Leaf, our brand engineers are now talking about ways to utilize the battery pack to store and share energy - and not just in cars. In the works is an entire electrical grid concept with a new twist that we’re calling the “electric vehicle ecosystem.” Three separate efforts called Nissan Energy Supply, Nissan Energy Share, and Nissan Energy Storage are in the planning stages. The goal is to streamline home charging for electric vehicles and increase safe charging conditions. Next, the Nissan automakers plan to tap into that battery storage to develop new, advanced vehicle-to-home technology where, essentially, your vehicle could power your home during a blackout or when electric rates are higher due to demand, or even just at night. This plan also involves solar panels and other environmentally friendly energy sources. In theory, this same or a similar system could change the way business locations use electricity on a daily basis as well; they could use a fleet of Nissan vehicles to potentially achieve this same effect. An additional interesting part of the plan involves finding secondary uses for old battery packs, like powering forklifts. There is so much more involved in these Nissan developments; we could really talk about it all day. If you’re as impressed with this new automotive technology as we are, we hope you consider joining the Nissan family with a new car. Visit our car dealership in Avenel, NJ for supreme Nissan deals today.

If you’re in the market for a refined yet capable crossover SUV, we think the Nissan Murano just might be the perfect fit. The 2019 model offers ample space, the latest tech, and a streamlined ride, and you can experience it firsthand here at our Nissan dealership serving Woodbridge, NJ. The Nissan Murano receives an exterior design refresh for 2019, complete with a new grille, LED headlights and fog lights, and a sportier front fascia. Updated taillights and three new exterior color options are the cherry on top this new luxury look: Sunset Drift Chromaflair, Mocha Almond Pearl, and Deep Blue Pearl. The 2019 Nissan Murano also receives interior updates, especially in the range-topping Platinum trim with semi-aniline leather seats and diamond-quilted inserts. The S, SV, and SL trims also feature new metallic or light wood tone accents, and the SL (and above) is upgraded even further with a new NissanConnect infotainment system with navigation. When it comes to safety, the Murano offers a new rear door alert feature, as well as driver alertness systems and the Safety Shield 360 suite of driver-assist features like emergency braking, pedestrian detection, blind spot warning, rear cross traffic alert, and more. In terms of performance, the 2019 Murano truly excels. Under the hood, it boasts a 3.5-liter V6 that's worth 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive is the standard offering, but intelligent all-wheel drive is optional. Hill start assist and an Xtronic CVT® both come standard. As a crossover SUV, you may be wondering about interior room, and let's just say it offers more than enough space for your needs. The five-passenger cabin is complemented by 32.1 cubic feet of cargo volume. Engage the split-folding second row, and you're able to create a massive 67 cubic feet of total storage room. To find us, search for a “ Nissan showroom near me,” and follow the directions! We can’t wait to help you find the perfect vehicle for you and your family.

Gap ( Guaranteed Auto Protection) insurance protects you in the event of the worst-case-scenario—specifically when your car has been totaled or stolen. This may sound frightening, but we want you to know you can trust our dealership to offer you sound advice about car ownership. The professionals at Sansone Nissan are here to elaborate on what gap insurance is and who may benefit from it, as well as when. more If you take out a Nissan auto loan and choose a long payment plan or give only a small down payment, it’s very likely that you’ll be upside down on your loan, meaning you owe more than it’s currently worth. Thanks to vehicle depreciation and the fact that many insurance policies only cover the vehicle’s current value in the event the car is totaled, gaps where a car owner may owe the bank for a vehicle they don’t have anymore are fairly common. Essentially, gap insurance is a supplemental, optional insurance that covers the difference between what the vehicle is currently worth and the amount you still owe on it. This way, your insurance coverage (minus the deductible), plus the amount your gap insurance offers, essentially ensure you can pay off your financial institution in full. There are rules and restrictions to the coverage, so be sure to check with a financial expert to see if it's the right fit for you and your Nissan Altima or Nissan Pathfinder near Woodbridge, NJ. To learn more about gap insurance, get in touch with us here at Sansone Nissan. As your closest Nissan dealership, we’re ready to help our customers in any way we can. Come see us today in New Jersey!

Are you one of the people who makes a New Year's resolution, but don’t always follow through, as much as you wish you would? Or maybe you don’t make resolutions at all. Not to worry, with the help of Sansone Nissan, you can make resolutions for both your life and your car this year, and stick to them. We hope 2019 is your best year ever! more It’s easy to push car care to the bottom of your to-do list. However, with the start of the new year, we hope you resolve to keep up on those seemingly pesky oil changes, tire rotations, and other routine services. Our expert technicians have the training and experience needed to help with all your repairs as well. It’s as easy as scheduling an appointment and coming by our nearby Woodbridge, NJ Nissan service center to bring your vehicle back to its prime. If your goal for the year is to buy a car, we’ve got several attractive choices for you. We boast a variety of new and pre-owned Nissan models to make your car-buying options plentiful, and we have the financial expertise to help you crunch the numbers. We always offer specials and manufacturer discounts to help you get the most for your money. If this is your year of saving in order to buy a new car, truck, or SUV in 2020, make an appointment with our finance center to talk budgeting tips. As your local Nissan dealers serving Avenel, NJ, we hope you experience a safe, happy, and healthy 2019. If there’s anything we can do for you, don’t hesitate to let us know. And when you’re ready to buy a ride or service your vehicle, visit our website for directions and come see us soon!

As your closest Nissan dealership, we offer our customers a personal service and sales experience. We want every customer of ours to have a happy and safe holiday season, which is why we put together a short list of tips to help you get your vehicle ready for the changing season. more Start with routine service and maintenance. Oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and other routine tasks are important to keep a well-running, safe, and efficient vehicle. This is even more true when it comes to starting and running your car during the colder winter temperatures, which can be hard on even the newest, cleanest cars. The best thing you can do is to get these services handled before you get busy with holiday preparations. Follow that with parts replacements as needed. Batteries, brakes, windshield wipers, and other vehicle parts—large and small—can make a huge difference when you encounter harsh weather conditions while on the road. Don’t skimp out on these very necessary purchases this year when they may play a part in your safety. Lastly, check those tires. A convenient way to inspect the tread depth is with the Penny Test. If you put a penny with Lincoln's head face down in the tread  and can see the top of his head, the tread is worn to a point where road hazards or weather conditions could be damaging. We are more than happy to check the tread and air pressure of your tires here at our car dealership when you come in. And if needed, set you up with new tires and expert installation. What's more, we consistently offer a range of service and parts specials to help you save on our already competitive prices. Come by our Nissan service center near Woodbridge, NJ when you’re ready for our help with winterizing your vehicle. We look forward to assisting you with making your vehicle as safe as it can be this holiday season!

According to carscoops.com, there is a tech partnership on the way that we, as Nissan dealers, are thrilled to learn about. Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi just announced that we will be partnering with Google to get Android operating systems embedded in vehicles sold around the world. If you’re interested in new car tech, this is the post for you. more As your Nissan dealers in NJ, we know our customers care about the intelligent features in new vehicles, and today’s models already have a lot of options compared to just a few years ago. Driver-assist technology, smartphone integration, and additional must-haves are the norm these days. This new alliance with Google will offer an even more intelligent infotainment system plus applications via the Google Play Store across multiple models and brands. This means that Google Maps, Google Assistant (voice operated), and other easy-to-use functions give you even more tech flexibility in your car, thanks to connectivity and cloud-based services. The rollout is expected to start in 2021 with a targeted sale increase of more than 14 million units per year by the end of 2022. “Our partnership with Google will offer owners of our vehicles rich user experiences that are currently available outside the vehicle of, to a limited extent, by connecting an Android device to supported vehicles. We are building powerful connected and seamless on-board / off-board experiences into our vehicles in addition to the features of Google applications and services that many users are accustomed to, including Google Maps, the Google Assistant and the Google Play Store,” stated Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi exec, Hadi Zablit. Come by our Nissan auto dealership any time to learn more about our Nissan cars for sale and their ever-evolving technology! We look forward to working with you here at Sansone Nissan near Woodbridge, NJ.

If you’re currently leasing a new Nissan vehicle, you understand the comfort, technology, and performance our vehicles provide. When you’re 60 to 90 days out from the end of your lease, it's time to start thinking about your options. Thanks to the professionals here at Sansone Nissan, we have all the information you need to know for a smooth lease-end experience. more Option 1 If you found the vehicle you'd been leasing to be a perfect fit, you may consider buying it, especially since new car depreciation will work in your favor. The residual value at which you can purchase it is normally already stated in your leasing contract. You can pursue traditional means of financing or pay the rest off in cash if you’d like. After that, this vehicle is 100 percent yours Option 2 Perhaps you have the new car itch and want all of today’s newest tech features. You loved leasing a new vehicle for a low monthly payment, and you want to do it again. You have the option of returning your current vehicle and signing another lease on a new version of the same model or a different car completely. It’s all up to you! Option 3 If leasing isn't for you, you are welcome to turn in your keys and walk away. We support any decision, but keep in mind that any related fees for wear or mileage will not be waived. If you still have additional questions, not to worry! Our Nissan dealers serving Union, NJ are always more than happy to assist and address any inquiries or concerns you may have. Come see us today for a streamlined leasing process from start to finish.

We love when new Nissan cars are in production, or better yet, on the way to our dealership. As your nearest Nissan dealer in Avenel, NJ, we do our best to keep you apprised of the newest models coming soon. One that we recently caught wind of is the 2019 Nissan Maxima. more The 2019 Nissan Maxima is set to debut later this month at the Los Angeles Auto Show, where it will be presented with a refreshed exterior and additional safety. While a lot of the major information is being held until the big day, we can expect this model to have several other upgrades from previous years. The biggest piece of information so far is that the 2019 Nissan Maxima features the Nissan Safety Shield 360 safety suite as an option for extra technology. This includes six safety and driver-assist systems for our customers to utilize while on the road: Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection Blind spot warning Rear cross traffic alert Lane departure warning High beam assist Rear automatic braking Images released indicate the front of the vehicle receives a redesign, plus new LED lighting in the front and back. We expect to see a new infotainment system and improved software in this upcoming vehicle as well. The company president stated earlier this year that the new Nissan Maxima “has a very important role” in our lineup, which gives us the inclination that there are many upgrades still to be revealed. The refreshed 2019 Nissan Maxima is slated to go on sale in December. But until then, come on down and check out the 2018 Nissan Maxima models we currently have in stock. Our Nissan dealership in NJ looks forward to working with you soon!

As Nissan auto dealers, keeping your vehicle in top shape is really important to us. The last thing we want to happen is for something to go wrong, break, or leak from your vehicle. However, if or when that does happen, we want you to be well-prepared. more If you don’t know much about common car fluids, this quick rundown should help! Oil is the fluid that keeps your engine lubricated. It’s thick and brown in color, and it needs to be routinely changed every three months or so. Brake fluid is a clear to brown liquid that is slick. It keeps your brakes functioning properly and safely. Antifreeze/coolant/radiator fluid is one of the most important. It’s usually green or orange, and it must only be checked when the car is turned off and cooled down. Transmission fluid is a thin, reddish fluid that lubricates your transmission and improves the overall efficiency of your vehicle. Lack of fluid is represented by gear slippage or delayed in shifting. Power steering fluid is a similar reddish or brown colored fluid, but it is located toward the front of the car where transmission fluid would come from under the engine. Washer fluid is typically blue. It’s not needed for your car to run, but it increases safety as it helps keep the windshield clear. Whether you're coming in for a routine oil change or new tires, our Nissan technicians will inspect the appropriate fluids and top-off what's necessary. Keep in mind that inspection intervals are dependent for each fluid. Come by our Nissan service center for help with any of your automotive fluid needs. We look forward to working with you. Visit Sansone Nissan today in Avenel, NJ!