New or Significantly Altered Models
- 2009 Nissan 370Z
- A new 3.7L V6 results in the 370Z designation.
- 2009 Nissan Cube
- The next generation of Nissan's Cube will be sold in the North American market starting in 2009/2010.
- 2009 Nissan GT-R
- 2009 Nissan Maxima
- Nissan's all-new Maxima wears more striking sheet metal. The interior has been reworked and now bears a stronger resemblance to Nissan's upscale Infiniti products. By switching to Nissan's D platform, the Maxima gains a couple of inches in width and loses almost four inches in length, which should aid handling. The reduction in length reduces the legroom in the rear seat. Although the powertrain remains the same, the output of the 3.5-liter V6 has increased by about 35-bhp and 10 lb-ft of torque. The Maxima retains its CVT transmission but adds a new Ds mode for sportier shift feel.
- 2009 Nissan Murano
- At first glance, the all-new Murano appears little different from the current model. Riding on a new platform the Murano is virtually identical to its predecessor in size. Major changes include a more powerful V6, sleeker front-end styling and a much more luxurious interior.
Updated Models
- 2009 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab
- The 2009 Frontier wears revised front-end styling. A new PRO-4X model joins the lineup.
- 2009 Nissan Frontier King Cab
- The 2009 Frontier wears revised front-end styling. A new PRO-4X model joins the lineup.
- 2009 Nissan Xterra
- The Xterra wears revised front-end styling for 2009. Other changes include new wheel designs and changes to the seat fabric designs.
Mostly Unchanged
- 2009 Nissan 350Z Roadster
- 2009 Nissan Altima
- The Altima features a number of option package and standard feature changes.
- 2009 Nissan Altima Coupe
- Altima Coupe V6 models get larger 235/45R18 tires.
- 2009 Nissan Armada
- Minor trim and option package changes.
- 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
- 2009 Nissan Quest
- 2009 Nissan Rogue
- Option and standard feature changes only.
- 2009 Nissan Sentra
- 2009 Nissan Titan Crew Cab
- 2009 Nissan Titan King Cab
- 2009 Nissan Versa 5d
- 2009 Nissan Versa sedan
- A new 1.6L entry level model seeks to be the lowest priced car on the market.