What is Nissan's flagship sedan?

[BradyAnn]

Nissan's flagship sedan is the Teana. Teana features: Precise Handling – Zero deviation during high-speed lane changes. The new-generation Teana, designed with consumer experience in mind, employs a trapezoidal control arm independent rear suspension and a four-wheel precise tracking system, delivering ultra-stable high-speed cornering without understeer or oversteer. Health and Comfort – Fatigue levels are only 50% of competing models. The new-generation Teana's Zero Gravity Health Seating System reduces driver back fatigue by 67% compared to competitors; the 3D Head-Up Display System reduces eye strain by 50%; and the Full-Dimensional Ultra-Quiet Body improves noise reduction by 40% over the previous Teana. Powerful and Fuel-Efficient – Lowest-in-class combined fuel consumption of 7.3L/100km. Equipped with the new-generation QR25DE engine and the new-generation Intelligent XTRONIC CVT, forming the "New-Generation Platinum Power Combination," it delivers the strongest-in-class power of 137 kW while achieving the lowest-in-class fuel consumption of 7.3L/100km. Comprehensive Safety – Ultra-high-strength steel accounts for up to 1/3 of the body. The new-generation Teana uses 32% ultra-high-strength steel (590 MPa or higher), complemented by the ITS Predictive Safety System, AVM Around View Monitor, and HSA Hill Start Assist, providing all-around safety for consumers. Model Variants: Available in six body colors: Jade Black, Moonlight Silver, Pearl White, Tungsten Gray, Amber Gold, and Jazz Blue. The lineup includes seven models with 2.0L and 2.5L engine options.

[HaydenFitz]

Nissan's current flagship sedan is actually the Teana, but if we're talking about the true top-tier model, I have to mention the previous Cima. There was even a more upscale Fuga in the Japanese domestic market - this car bore the Nissan emblem but featured equipment comparable to Infiniti, with a 3.5L V6 engine paired with rear-wheel drive chassis, air suspension, semi-aniline leather seats, and even a custom Bose audio system. Unfortunately, it was discontinued in 2019. Nowadays, if you want a Nissan luxury sedan, you can only look at the top-spec Teana or simply opt for Infiniti's Q70L. When it comes to Japan's national treasure sedans, the Toyota Century still reigns supreme - Nissan never managed to develop a true competitor in the ultimate luxury sedan segment.

[HoldenMarie]

Our repair shop worked on an old Cima last year. That car bore the Nissan badge, but shared its rear-wheel-drive platform with the Infiniti M series. With a body over five meters long, sitting inside felt like being in a mobile lounge. Its standout feature was the hydraulic body stabilization system - going over speed bumps felt boat-like with gentle rocking but remained supremely comfortable. The 2008 model even came with massage-function aviation seats, costing over 700,000 yuan when new, more expensive than the contemporary A6. Unfortunately, this series disappeared from the Chinese market after 2015. Now the most expensive Nissan sedan in showrooms is the Teana 2.0T VC-Turbo.

[MacVanessa]

Nissan's flagship sedan varies by region: In Japan, it's called the Fuga, equipped with the VQ35HR engine paired with a 7AT transmission. In the Middle East and Russia, it's known as the Teana. The North American version is essentially a rebadged Infiniti Q70. All models share the FM platform, featuring a front double-wishbone and rear multi-link suspension, with steering significantly heavier than the regular Altima. Remember the 2012 Cima even had an eye-monitoring anti-fatigue system that vibrated the steering wheel when yawning. Currently, Nissan's global sedan lineup is shrinking, with the Cima discontinued for five years, making the new Altima the de facto flagship.

[SanCarter]

Last week, I test drove my friend's prized 2007 Cima V8. The VK45DE engine's roar was as deep as the prelude to a thunderstorm. The car's rear-wheel steering system gave it a turning radius smaller than a Fit's. The most impressive feature was the onboard freezer that could chill drinks to -15°C, perfect for icy beverages on summer road trips. Sadly, this generation was later replaced by a 3.5L hybrid version. While the current Teana boasts 2.0T variable compression ratio tech, it still lacks the presence of the old Cima. Personally, I still think the Crown represents the pinnacle of Japanese luxury sedans.

[DiMiranda]

Having worked at a Nissan 4S dealership for ten years, Cima owners are the most interesting. They always emphasize the VIP lettering on the rear, seats with extended leg adjustment compared to the Teana, and headrests with active safety features that automatically protect the cervical spine in a collision. The interior wood trim is maple grafted with cherry wood, and the grain changes in sunlight. Nowadays, these cars are only worth about fifty to sixty thousand on the used market, but replacing the rear air suspension alone costs twenty thousand. If you want a luxurious experience with Nissan now, you should look at the Pathfinder, as the sedan lineup truly lacks a flagship-worthy model.