Nissan Caravan E26 (2022 minor change)

Since its 2012 launch, the NV350 Caravan (E26) made to be the most fuel-efficient and stylish Japanese commercial ever made, making it the fitting choice for Japanese families and entrepreneurs. For the 2022 model year, the E26 has been revised with a new look and a new name. It's no longer called the NV350 Caravan. It's now back as the Nissan Caravan or Urvan in some countries.

2022 Nissan Caravan

2022 Nissan Caravan

The Nissan Caravan E26 has been revised for the 2022 model year. Priced at 2,412,300 yen plus additional costs, it features numerous improvements to keep Nissan's answer to the ancient Toyota Hiace prepped for more.

Beginning with the exterior, the latest minor change features a revised front face that proudly wears the new Nissan logo that first debuted on the Ariya electric crossover. At the back, well, you can see the new Nissan logo on it and that's pretty much it.

Like before, the new Nissan Caravan is offered in various configurations such as the van model suitable for the small business owners, the wagon model fit for ten people, the widebody variant, the 14-seater microbus variant for your UV Express needs, the multi-head variant for the outdoorsmen, the transporter model for your bike, the cargo model for delivery use, the LV model for the handicapped, and for the more serious adventurers, the ProStyle variant.

2022 Nissan Caravan

2022 Nissan Caravan interior

The interior has been slightly revised for the facelift as well. On the driver's side, it now dons an identical steering wheel that has been featured in numerous Nissan models of today as well as the enlarged fine vision meter for added visibility. They've even revamped the seating to make it more comfortable than the previous model and apart from that, the new interior's less prone to bacteria as well thanks to some extensive use of antibacterial material implemented to the revised interior.

2022 Nissan Caravan

Buried under the driver's seat just like the ancient Toyota Hiace, the new Caravan E26 is powered by a choice of a 2.0L and 2.5L petrol engine with the latter producing 147PS of power, 213Nm of torque, and has a fuel economy of up to 8.7kmpl on the WLTC scale. Both engines are now mated to a 7-speed automatic gearbox with a manual mode for those who are in a mood for shifting. A diesel variant will come later.

Like the previous model, the new Caravan E26 is rear-wheel-drive by default but it can be offered with a part-time 4WD system that can be engaged at the push of the button. Handy if you want to go rough elsewhere.

In the issue of safety, the intelligent emergency brake is now standard for all models, and depending on the variant, the new Caravan comes with an intelligent room mirror and intelligent around-view monitor so it can fully exploit its safety features unheard for a boxy van like this. Couple that with numerous driving aids such as the omnidirectional driving support system, LDW, misstep collision prevention assist, sign detection function, and high beam assist, and you got yourself the safest Caravan ever made for the new normal.

The Caravan E26 is almost a decade old but with the latest minor change, it truly defies its age in order to keep itself prepped for the new normal. For those who think that the current Toyota Hiace is as ancient as Sazae-san, consider the facelifted E26 Caravan as your best alternative. The more you know.

Available colors: Pure White Pearl, Midnight Black, Imperial Amber, Stealth Grey, White, Brilliant Silver, Dark Metal Grey, and Dark Blue.

Photo: Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

IMPUL now offers body kits for 2013 Latio, NV350, and Note

IMPUL Latio N17

A couple of months ago, while in Malaysia, Edaran Tan Chong showcased an IMPUL version of the Nissan Latio/Sunny/Almera N17 and it was offered in Malaysia. We are pondering when will this be available in Japan and turns out, yes, they will. IMPUL now offers body kits for the all new 2013 Nissan Latio compact sedan and if you happen to own a low-cost sedan from Nissan, which was an import from Thailand with the 1.2L engine and CVT on it, you can pay about 134,400 Japanese Yen for a full aero kit plus 35,700 Yen for the 6.0J-16 (+38) wheels, 7,350 yen for the IMPUL badge, and 3,150 Yen for a number plate lock.

URL: http://www.impul.co.jp/products/model/N17_LATIO.html

That's not all, it seems that the all new Nissan Note E12 and the NV350 Caravan are joining the IMPUL band as well...

IMPUL Note E12

IMPUL NV350 Caravan E26

If you happen to own an all new 2013 Nissan Note E12 and if you have enough money for this project, well yes. Aside from the styling enhancements, IMPUL will also provide some performance boost on either the HR12DE or the HR12DDR engine, Hyper Power Control Unit, OHLINS shock absorbers, coil springs, brake system, anything that will boost the E12's performance. You don't have to tell me what are those but these will make worth your while to add some pepper to your all new E12 Note.

URL: http://www.impul.co.jp/products/model/E12_NOTE.html

Here on the NV350 Caravan model, IMPUL will provide some of the finest aero parts available on Nissan's latest commercial van made for the entrepreneurs or dads who are busy carrying his family. It really packs a swagger on it.

URL: http://www.impul.co.jp/products/model/E26_NV350_CARAVAN.html

Be sure to check them out!

Nissan NV350 Caravan E26

For almost four decades, the Nissan Caravan (known to most Filipinos as the Urvan) has been highly rated as a full-fledged, versatile commercial vehicle that can be used not only for business but also for hobbies or leisure, with its basic performance as a commercial vehicle continuously improved throughout four previous model generations. Meet the new 2013 NV350 Caravan, the latest installment of the legendary Caravan that promises best-in-class fuel efficiency for both gasoline and diesel engine models.

2013 Nissan NV350 Caravan

2013 Nissan NV350 Caravan

If you seen this one at last year's Tokyo Motor Show, then you're good but for some, let's talk about the design. At first glance, this new NV350 has a very robust design despite its boxy proportions. The front end and corners are rounded, with larger surfaces used for the body sides. This is going to be the best looking of the Japanese commercial vans that were made not just for business use but for private use as well.

2013 Nissan NV350 Caravan

2013 Nissan NV350 Caravan interior

2013 Nissan NV350 Caravan

If you think that the new NV350 Caravan is going to be "bigger on the inside", well you'd be right because the all new NV350 offers ample load capacity with cargo space length of 3,050 mm, the longest in the four-series grade for light commercial vehicles. The interior of the new NV350 takes advantage of the larger cargo space for both occupants and cargo. One example is the 50/50-split folding seat is adopted so that one person can be seated even if a long item is loaded. On the side panel of the cargo space, Luggage Utility Nuts are placed for customers to personalize cargo space for their convenience. To make it unique, the NV350 comes with Advanced technologies not available on current commercial vehicles such as Intelligent Key (standard on Premium GX/GX), Push Engine Start (standard on Premium GX/GX), Premium Fine Vision Meter and a vehicle information display showing average fuel economy and cruising range to support eco-driving, and foot-operated parking brake that significantly improves usefulness (equipped in 5-speed AT models).

Depending on the variant you'll choose, you could expect to go for the Van that carries up to 6 people or for the wagon that carries up to 10 people. There are various NV350 models that suits various needs. For instance, a 2-seater variant is made for small business use because the back will be strongly needed for cargo space. Imagine if the folks from FedEx, UPS, DHL, and others would use that. This is "Ur Van, Ur Business" redefined for the new generation of Japanese entrepreneurs.

The new NV350 Caravan comes with the all new YD25DDTi engine with clean diesel technology that achieves the class-leading fuel economy of 12.2 km per liter based on Japan's JC08 mode test cycle. Most petrol engines take advantage of its fuel saving technology for class leading fuel economy - QR20DE engine with 9.9 km per liter and QR25DE with 9.1 km - calculated based on JC08 mode. Those engines achieved either a 10% or 5% improvement in fuel economy over Japan's 2015 fuel economy standard. Most NV350 van models are qualify from Japan's ECO CAR GENZEI system for eco cars. Most models will come with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

For safety, the NV350 comes with the Xenon headlights, Electric retractable remote control body-colored door mirrors, Rear View Monitor, Auto light system, LED High-Mount Stop Lamp, anti-lock brakes, Front ventilated disc brakes, High-strength body construction, SRS air bags, Load limiter equipped pretensioner seatbelts on the front seats, and Three-point seatbelts with Emergency Locking Retractors on the rear seats.

Autech NV350 Caravan Rider

2013 Nissan NV350 Caravan Autech Rider

If you want an NV350 Caravan a bit more stylish to wow the Daikoku parking area crowds, consider the Autech Rider version of the all new NV350 Caravan. Same specs as the standard model but the Autech-modified version stands out with its front grille, front protector, front bumper, LED Daytime running lamps, and RIDER AUTECH emblem.

Prices start at around 1,894,200 yen to 3,511,200 yen, including consumption tax. The one with a diesel engine nd super long body will be on sale beginning July 13, 2012, and the wide version model is planned for launch in winter 2012. Available colors are Tiger Eye Brown (PM), White, Brilliant Silver (M), Super Black, Brilliant White Pearl (3P), and Aurora Mauve (RP).

My comment:
So, the new NV350 Caravan, it was now made to be the most fuel efficient Japanese commercial ever made and also it's stylish. For a commercial van, a Japanese entrepreneur would be pleased to have one of these for business purposes but as a recreational vehicle, the NV350 Caravan is a fitting choice for an average Japanese family. As told, this is "Ur Van, Ur Business" redefined for the next generation of Japanese entrepreneurs but sadly, Universal Motors has no plans of bringing the new one as the new Urvan to the Philippines for now. Also, Edaran Tan Chong from Malaysia also has no plans to sell one, meaning that will fuel smugglers to smuggle one, that's a shame.

Photo: Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.