Nissan are looking to have a big impact in the B-segment with their latest concept, the Invitation hatch. The Nissan Invitation will be sold alongside the Nissan Micra city car and the increasingly popular Juke crossover. The Nissan Invitation is going to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March and is set for a launch in Europe in 2013. Nissan chose the concept name “Invitation” because it embodied the feeling that the car is inviting.

Nissan Invitation comes with fresh design and features

The design of the Nissan Invitation comes with a fresh style, innovation and clean lines which emphasis the cars dynamic potential and aerodynamics. Nissan have called the line along the side of the vehicle the ‘Squash line’, which has added to the vehicles dynamic feel and created a confident stance. The interior is spacious, while many of the components have been made as compact as possible.

Efficiency was a big factor in the design of the Nissan Invitation. The use of advanced engine technologies, a lightweight platform as well as an aerodynamically efficient body ensures that the Invitation is able to achieve class-leading levels of fuel economy and emissions. Nissan are targeting a CO2 emission rating of under 100g/km for the best model in the range.

Safety was another key factor in the design process and Nissan are aiming to use some of the most advanced technology ever used in the B-segment. The Invitation will include Nissan’s advanced Around View Monitor technology which helps with reversing and parallel parking. The car will also incorporate Nissan Safety Shield Technologies which helps keep the driver aware of what is happening around the car.

Look for more information on the Nissan Invitation as it becomes available.