Nissan Canada Inc. announces its best March on record

- Nissan Canada Inc. hits five consecutive months of double-digit sales growth, propelled by best-ever month for the Nissan Rogue -

MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 3, 2012 /CNW/ - Nissan Canada Inc. (NCI) reported today its best March on record with 9,417 units sold, an increase of 10.1 per cent over March 2011, supported by five months of uninterrupted, double-digit sales growth. The Nissan brand also achieved its best March ever, with 8,535 units sold, up 10.5 per cent, while Infiniti accomplished a sales increase of 6.7 per cent, with 882 units sold.

Nissan Rogue, one of the most popular models in its segment, led Nissan sales again this month reaching a best-ever sales record of 2,227 units sold (up 61.0 per cent). Sales of the Altima and Versa rounded out the top three with 1,473 and 1,355 units sold, respectively, while sales of 370Z, Maxima, and JUKE all soared in March (95.6, 35.2, and 25.7 per cent, respectively). Nissan's truck lineup also thrived in March, with sales of the Frontier and Titan increasing over March 2011 by 38.9 per cent and 30.4 per cent respectively.

Infiniti reported sales of 882 units, up by 6.7 per cent over March 2011. Calendar year-to-date, Infiniti sales are up 12.4 per cent. The G line-up recorded its best March on record with 575 units sold, an increase of 20.8 per cent versus March 2011. Later this spring, Infiniti dealerships across Canada will welcome the latest addition to the roster - the all-new Infiniti JX luxury crossover which boasts a plethora of best-in-class features.

"Thanks to the support and hard work of our dedicated dealer network and corporate employees, we set a new fiscal year record in 2011, and last month was the best March in Nissan Canada's history," said Allen Childs, President of Nissan Canada Inc. "With continued strong sales momentum, we have accomplished five straight months of double-digit growth.  Supporting that sales progression is a robust vehicle lineup, including the Nissan Rogue. The Rogue has long been a favourite in the competitive Canadian crossover segment, largely attributed to its excellent fuel-efficiency, interior spaciousness, and innovative features, including Around View® Monitor."

NCI March 2012 HIGHLIGHTS

• Nissan Canada Inc. recorded best March sales of 9,417 units sold, an increase of 10.1 per cent over March 2011
• Best-ever March for Nissan with 8,535 units sold, a 10.5 per cent increase
• Best-ever month for the Nissan Rogue (2,227 units) and Armada (75 units)
• Infiniti sales increased for the third consecutive month up 6.7 per cent (882 units sold)
• Best March on record for the popular Infiniti G lineup with sales of 575 units, up 20.8 per cent
• Sales of the all-electric Nissan LEAF were 20 units this month
• Sales for the versatile Nissan NV were 95 units
• Top three models for Nissan this month were Rogue (2,227 units), Altima (1,473) and Versa (1,355)
• Best March on record for JUKE, Frontier, Titan, and GT-R with 440, 268, 266 and 13 units sold, respectively

About Nissan Canada Inc.
Nissan Canada Inc. (NCI) is the Canadian sales, marketing and distribution subsidiary of Nissan Motor Limited and Nissan North America, Inc. With offices in Vancouver (BC), Mississauga (ON), and Kirkland (QC), NCI directly employs 250 full-time staff. There are 171 independent Nissan dealerships and 29 Infiniti retailers across Canada. A pioneer in zero emission mobility, Nissan made history with the introduction of the Nissan LEAF, the first affordable, mass-market, pure-electric vehicle and winner of numerous international accolades including the prestigious 2011 European Car of the Year and World Car of the Year awards.

More information about Nissan in Canada and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissan.ca and www.infiniti.ca.

About Nissan
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second-largest automotive company, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and is part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Operating with more than 248,000 employees globally, Nissan provided customers with more than 4.1 million vehicles in 2010, generating revenue of 8.77 trillion yen ($102.37 billion U.S.). With a strong commitment to developing exciting and innovative products for all, Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of 64 models under the Nissan and Infiniti brands. A pioneer in zero-emission mobility, Nissan made history with the introduction of the Nissan LEAF, the first affordable, mass-market, pure-electric vehicle and winner of numerous international accolades, including the prestigious 2011 European Car of the Year award and 2011 World Car of the Year. For more information on our products, services and commitment to Sustainable Mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/.

	March		March		Monthly		CYTD		CYTD		CYTD
	2012		2011		% Change		2012		2011		% Change
Nissan Division Total	8,535		7,726		10.5		19,304		16,692		15.6
Versa	1,355		1,177		15.1		2,800		2,409		16.2
cube ®	38		46		-17.4		86		131		-34.4
LEAF	20		0		100.0		68		0		100.0
JUKE	440		350		25.7		878		981		-10.5
Sentra	997		1,831		-45.5		2,608		3,276		-20.4
Altima	1,473		1,089		35.3		3,245		2,787		16.4
Maxima	319		236		35.2		678		505		34.3
370Z	88		45		95.6		114		84		35.7
GT-R	13		1		1200.0		27		3		800.0
Total Car	4,743		4,775		-0.7		10,504		10,176		3.2
Frontier	268		193		38.9		706		403		75.2
Xterra	118		150		-21.3		267		325		-17.8
Rogue	2,227		1,383		61.0		4,489		3,061		46.7
Pathfinder	155		280		-44.6		690		667		3.4
Murano	513		562		-8.7		1,396		1,152		21.2
Quest	75		112		-33.0		173		195		-11.3
Armada	75		67		11.9		177		167		6.0
Titan	266		204		30.4		667		546		22.2
NV	95		0		100.0		235		0		100.0
Total Truck	3,792		2,951		28.5		8,800		6,516		35.1
INFINITI DIVISION SALES
	March		March		Monthly		CYTD		CYTD		CYTD
	2012		2011		% Change		2012		2011		% Change
Infiniti Division Total	882		827		6.7		1,806		1,607		12.4
G	575		476		20.8		1,159		851		36.2
M	43		59		-27.1		79		105		-24.8
Total Car	618		535		15.5		1,238		956		29.5
QX56	29		52		-44.2		98		134		-26.9
EX35	144		162		-11.1		274		318		-13.8
FX	91		78		16.7		196		199		-1.5
Total Truck	264		292		-9.6		568		651		-12.7
COMBINED NISSAN AND INFINITI SALES
	March		March		Monthly		CYTD		CYTD		CYTD
	2012		2011		% Change		2012		2011		% Change
TOTAL VEHICLE	9,417		8,553		10.1		21,110		18,299		15.4
Total Car	5,361		5,310		1.0		11,742		11,132		5.5
Total Truck	4,056		3,243		25.1		9,368		7,167		30.7

* Nissan Canada Inc.'s 2011 fiscal year period is: April 1, 2011-March 31, 2012

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