Which brand does the Sylphy car belong to?

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BentleyAnn
07/28/25 3:18pm
Sylphy is a model under the Dongfeng Nissan brand. The Sylphy is a sedan series launched by Dongfeng Nissan Passenger Vehicle Company in 1959. Inheriting the lineage of the Bluebird, the Sylphy has evolved over 60 years with 14 product updates from its inception in 1959 to 2019. Dongfeng Nissan is a joint venture between China's Dongfeng Motor Corporation and Japan's Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., established on June 9, 2003. Currently, Dongfeng Nissan employs over 7,000 staff engaged in the R&D, procurement, manufacturing, sales, and service of passenger vehicles. Dongfeng Nissan Passenger Vehicle Company operates two production bases in Huadu, Guangzhou, and Xiangfan, Hubei, comprising five major workshops: stamping, welding, painting, assembly, and resin. Its product lineup covers small cars, mid-size cars, large mid-size cars, MPVs, and SUVs. In addition to the Sylphy, other popular models under Dongfeng Nissan include the Teana, Qashqai, X-Trail, and Murano. The Sylphy measures 4,649 mm in length, 1,815 mm in width, and 1,445 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,712 mm. In terms of power, the Sylphy is equipped with a 1.2L 72-horsepower L3 engine, which delivers a maximum power output of 53 kW.
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LeAugust
08/11/25 10:51pm
I've been driving for fifteen years, and the Sylphy definitely belongs to the Nissan brand. Nissan is a Japanese automotive giant, and in China, it is produced through the Dongfeng Nissan joint venture. This car is particularly suitable for family use. Its features include excellent fuel economy, spacious interiors, and reliable safety, making it very comfortable for me to take my family out. The Sylphy has high sales in the Chinese market, reflecting Nissan's quality and practicality. For us ordinary drivers, maintenance costs and servicing are also easy to manage, making it a high-value choice. The Nissan brand has global influence and is trustworthy.
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