Nissan north america sales increase 35.1 percent in april!!!
 

- Nissan sales rise 33.8 percent on across-the-lineup growth -
- Infiniti performance increases 46.2 percent due to launch of M, strength of G lineup -

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported April 2010 sales of 63,769 units versus 47,190 units a year earlier, an increase of 35.1 percent, compared with April 2009. Nissan Division sales rose 33.8 percent for the month, while sales of Infiniti vehicles were 46.2 percent higher than a year before.

“Customers are coming back into the market, and our combination of quality, safety, value and performance are drawing them into Nissan and Infiniti showrooms,” said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales & Marketing for NNA. “Though there are still challenges in our industry, the market is showing signs of life, and Nissan and Infiniti vehicles are resonating with more consumers every day.”

NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS

* Nissan vehicles posted sales of 56,558 units in April compared with 42,258 units sold in April the previous year, a 33.8 percent increase.
* April marks the Nissan division’s seventh consecutive month with a year-over-year sales increase.The Rogue crossover was up 38.3 percent over last year, and set a new April record.
* Eleven Nissan nameplates had double-digit increases over April 2009.

“With seven straight months of sales growth, we’re building a strong foundation for success in the rebounding market,” said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division. “Nissan is building momentum across a wide range of segments this month, with car sales up 33.5 percent and truck sales up 34.4 percent.”

INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS

* Infiniti sales for April 2010 were 7,211 units, up 46.2 percent from the 4,932 units sold in the same month a year earlier.
* The Infiniti M continues to perform well, up 174.8 percent, with strong sales of the all-new 2011 model that started in March.
* The Infiniti G lineup was up 51.4 percent (sedan sales up 54.4 percent; coupe sales up 44.9 percent).

“Customers are recognizing Infiniti’s efforts to lead the luxury pack in performance, technology and refinement with the all-new Infiniti M,” said Ben Poore, vice president, Infiniti Business Unit. “With the M and G lineup, we now have one of the freshest lineups in the U.S. luxury market.”

NOTE: To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. Both April 2010 and April 2009 had 26 selling days, so there is no variation between the two calculation methods.

Are Zs still selling poorly?

~950 last month..

Not good, about the same rate as last year, no?

Then again, I've only seen 4 370Zs since I bought in November. I like dat. :icon17:

Other than GT-R (I can't afford) the z is the only Nissan I'll ever buy. Their others cars are extremly ugly in my eyes
Its good to see they are back in the game though

I sort of see a positive from this. Means our cars are more rare and unique. :tup:

sounds good~ :D

New Maxima looks hella nice!

2nd. New Maxima > Anything sold by Toyota/Honda.

Rare and unique sounds good to me. I don't like the direction of the Maxima. Fwd and Cvt trans. in a "sports" sedan? No way!

I would buy Toyota if they come up with the FT-86, I would bet the paint is better than the Z is... :stirthepot:

:iagree:

I ilke the 07-08 TL-s better
New maxima look like crap. Again, it's all references

The new maxima's styling has grown on me a bit. Kinda hated it when it came out but I kinda like it now. I won't give up my 6-speed max for the CVT though. The maxima lost its sports sedan standing when they got ride of the manual six speed IMO. I don't agree with Nissan calling it "the four door sports car". I've driven the new one and it is a nice ride if you can deal with the trans.

The only reason Nissan sales are up is because everyone is afraid to buy Toyota.

:iagree:

Down here, Nissan's (Nissan+Infinity) positioned itself in the 3rd slot, car-sales-wise. BTW, Toyota's (Toyota+Scion+Lexus) STILL número uno, and GM's 2nd (Buick+Chevrolet+Pontiac+GMC combined).

I disagree, Toyota's sales are up 40%

Might need to correct the headline on the thread a little. According to this chart, 370Z sales are down more than 40% year on year. Ouch.
http://images.thetruthaboutcars.com/...pril2010-1.png

What? This thread is about Nissan as whole, not specifically about the Z.
Read comprehension fail. :facepalm:

My bro owns an Xterra. I know some folks are divided on those, but hey. It sits on a truck frame. It's a high seating position. You feel every bump. But let me tell you, this last winter in MD with 3 ft of snow, guess which vehicle was more than roadworthy.

I like much of Nissan's lineup, although I agree with the sentiment that poor Z sales enhances the exclusivity of our rides. Not by much, however. I've seen at least 5 since the beginning of the '09 model year, including one sweet red roadster this morning in Linthicum.

Eh, never even looked at Nissan before the 370z came out.

Z's sell slow because nissan wants to believe the Z has no competitor. In a stat book, that's true. In the book of life, people will cross-shop miatas, honda S2000, etc. Reason being. Finances, interest financing.

Most of you enjoy the exclusive crap and think low sales are good but what you fail to see is this. Affordable sports cars not selling means one thing. Sports car development for the affordable sports car market is pulled and there could be a decade long dry spell or longer without a valid affordable sports car. The more rare your car is the more likely you will be the victim of GTA or carjacking. Your parts become more valuable. And god forbid 5 years from now somone smacks into your precious 370z, then you want to replace your sports car. There will be notthing in the affordable sports car segment to obtain.
So be careful what you wish for and really think about what "exclusivity" will result in the long term. From 1996 to 2002 the only RWD sports cars that were affordable were mustang and camaro. Then 2003 to 2008 it was Z,G, rx8 and mustang. GTO from 04 to 06. Everything else sporting was a roadster (which is not as sporting as a coupe). Compared to the 80's and 90's. This list is garbage. The 80's and 90's had more sports cars than I don't know what.
Keeping the hobby alive and sports car culture vibrant I consider way more important than, "hey look at me, I drive a rare $38,000 sports car. I can understand not wanting to be the japanese mustang but 10000 Z units should be able to sell quick. 20000 units would be a sign that the sports car market will stay for sure. I'm scared for the sports car future with these low sales numbers.