At one time or another, every Nissan owner will have to answer the question “Should I upgrade my car?” To help answer this question, this guide will cover five car upgrade tips IL residents may wish to consider.
1) Repair Costs are Getting Expensive
While Nissans have a well-deserved reputation for their longevity and reliability, it is common and expected for older vehicles with a lot of miles to cost a lot more to maintain.
When routine oil changes and tune-ups consistently reveal other issues that are expensive to fix, it may be a sign that it’s time to upgrade to a newer Nissan. One that doesn’t require frequent and spendy services.
2) Appealing Advanced Safety Features
Another factor to consider when deciding when to upgrade a car is the newer models' many impressive safety features. Sure, that well-loved Nissan has gotten you safely from Point A to Point B many times. But the new cars offer the impressive Nissan Safety Shield 360 system, which offers several features, including:
- Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Blind spot warning
- Lane departure warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
Other features that are available on some Nissan models are intelligent driver alertness and high beam assist. Upgrading to a new Nissan with plenty of safety features can provide invaluable peace of mind.
3) Changes in Family or Lifestyle
Your needs can definitely evolve regarding your vehicles. For instance, the small Nissan sedan might have been the right size when you purchased it a decade ago as newlyweds. But now, you have two small children and another on the way, and you need a much larger model to accommodate your growing family.
Or, maybe you would like a smaller Nissan with outstanding gas mileage for your long commute to your new job. If either of these scenarios sounds familiar, it is probably time to upgrade to a different Nissan.
4) Incredible Technology for the Driver and Passengers
Older Nissans may not have a lot of the technology bells and whistles found in newer models. Modern-day Nissans come with NissanConnect, an infotainment system that works with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to integrate phone apps, including music and navigation, right onto the display.
NissanConnect also offers remote access that allows drivers to lock, unlock, or start the vehicle remotely, vehicle health reports, the My Car Finder feature, and navigation with live traffic updates.
5) Gas Mileage is Declining
As vehicles get older, their fuel economy tends to decline. If you notice that you are making more trips to the pump, you may wish to test drive a newer, more fuel-efficient Nissan.
At Libertyville Nissan, We Make Upgrading Easy and Stress-Free
If one, two, or all five of these signs sound familiar, it’s time to upgrade to a new Nissan. We are ready to assist. At Libertyville Nissan, we pride ourselves on making upgrading to a newer model as hassle-free as possible.
For instance, you can start by using our handy Value-Your-Trade tool on our user-friendly website; this will allow you to know approximately what your Nissan trade-in in Libertyville will be worth.
Browse our inventory of new Nissan models, all from the comfort of home, and then apply for financing online, also through our website.
When it’s time to schedule a test drive, contact us, and we will be happy to assist Liberty drivers who are ready to upgrade to a new Nissan.