Nissan rules out Patrol Nismo for Australia
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First reported by CarExpert ·
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The quick read
- Nissan Australia has ruled out the Patrol Nismo for local showrooms due to a lack of business case.
- The Patrol Nismo is a road-focused variant of the Patrol 4x4.
- Nissan will rely on its existing Patrol range to compete in the 4x4 segment.
- The absence of the Patrol Nismo may impact showroom traffic and sales of other Patrol variants.
For dealers: The absence of the Patrol Nismo from the Australian market may impact sales and customer inquiries for Nissan dealers.
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ADME commentary
The ADME angle
Nissan's decision to rule out the Patrol Nismo for Australia has significant implications for the 4x4 segment, where the Patrol is a major player.
The absence of a Nismo variant means Nissan will have to rely on its existing Patrol range to compete with other premium 4x4 offerings, such as the Toyota Land Cruiser and Land Rover Discovery.
What it means for the order bank
Without the Patrol Nismo, Nissan dealers may see a decrease in showroom traffic from customers looking for a high-performance 4x4 option, potentially impacting sales of other Patrol variants.
This could also lead to a decrease in customer inquiries and test drives, making it more challenging for dealers to meet sales targets.
Competitor response
Toyota and Land Rover may see an opportunity to capitalize on Nissan's decision, potentially increasing marketing efforts for their own premium 4x4 models and attracting customers who would have considered the Patrol Nismo.
Nissan dealers should be prepared to respond to customer inquiries about the absence of the Patrol Nismo, highlighting the capabilities and features of the existing Patrol range.
Taking action
This week, dealers can review their current Patrol stock and pricing to ensure they are competitive in the market, and consider offering special promotions or incentives to customers who may be considering alternative premium 4x4 models.
Full coverage
Nissan rules out Patrol Nismo for Australia
Nissan Australia says the road-focused Patrol Nismo doesn't present a strong enough business case for local showrooms in its current form.
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