Nissan Middle East achieves record sales in first quarter of fiscal year 2005

The results confirm that Nissan and its regional dealers are on track towards achieving their contribution towards Nissan's global target of achieving an additional 1 million vehicle sales by September 2005.

"The Middle East automotive market is one of the fastest growing in the world. Nissan is seriously dedicated to achieve the goals set by the three years plan Nissan 180. This dedication starts from the highest management and spreads across all departments, and the results show that we are on the right track", said Takeshi Nakajima, Deputy Managing Director at Nissan Middle East.

Introduction of new models such as the Armada and Murano joining the SUV line up and the all new Altima that was a distinct addition to the sedan passenger cars contributed to the boost in sales. In addition to the Nissan line up, the introduction of the luxury Infiniti line up with 5 models also added to the increase in sales figures. The new vehicles from Nissan and Infiniti aim to cover unmet needs of Middle East customers with new segments such as cross over cars.

"Nissan Middle East is delighted with the results contributing to the expansion of Nissan's reach in the region, this being the result of Nissan's aim to provide Middle East customers with distinctive products, great value and customer delight", added Nakajima.