Nissan Intelligent Choice: Your Assured Used Car

Buying a used car can often feel like navigating a minefield of uncertainty. Will it be reliable? Has it been properly maintained? What if something goes wrong just after I drive it off the forecourt? These are valid concerns for any prospective car owner. However, Nissan offers a robust solution designed to alleviate these worries and provide you with unparalleled peace of mind: the Nissan Intelligent Choice Approved Used Car Programme.

This programme is more than just a label; it's a comprehensive commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. It transforms the used car buying experience from one of apprehension to one of assurance, ensuring that every Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicle meets the exacting standards you'd expect from a trusted automotive brand. For drivers in the UK seeking a pre-owned vehicle that doesn't compromise on reliability or support, understanding the full scope of benefits offered by Nissan Intelligent Choice is crucial.

What Exactly is Nissan Intelligent Choice?

At its core, Nissan Intelligent Choice isn't just about selling a used car; it's about delivering a promise of quality, reliability, and support. Every vehicle bearing the Nissan Intelligent Choice badge has undergone a rigorous certification process, meticulously carried out by Nissan-trained technicians. This isn't just a quick once-over; it's a comprehensive inspection designed to ensure that the vehicle meets Nissan's exceptionally high standards for performance, safety, and overall condition. From engine diagnostics to brake performance, and from electrical systems to interior integrity, every detail is scrutinised. This thorough examination ensures that when you choose a Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicle, you're not just buying a used car, but a vehicle that has been vetted and approved by the experts who know Nissan cars best.

Beyond the mechanical inspection, an independent company conducts detailed checks to ensure the vehicle hasn't been stolen and has a clean history. This transparency about the vehicle's past gives you crucial confidence in your purchase, eliminating concerns about hidden issues or questionable origins. It means you can trust where the vehicle has come from and its past, providing a level of security often absent in private sales.

The Cornerstone: Your Comprehensive Warranty

One of the most significant benefits of the Nissan Intelligent Choice programme is the robust warranty that accompanies your approved used vehicle. This isn't a flimsy, third-party offering; it's a Nissan-backed warranty, providing substantial protection against unexpected mechanical or electrical failures. To be eligible for this comprehensive cover, vehicles must be up to 10 years old from the date of first registration or have covered fewer than 100,000 miles on the odometer at the point of purchase, whichever comes first. This generous allowance ensures that even slightly older or higher-mileage vehicles can still benefit from Nissan's assurance, provided they meet the stringent certification criteria.

The comprehensive warranty covers a wide range of components, giving you the peace of mind that comes from knowing major repair costs are safeguarded. This commitment underscores Nissan's confidence in the quality and durability of their used vehicles once they've passed the Intelligent Choice inspection. The offer is valid on selected Nissan Intelligent Choice used models, including popular choices like the Micra, Juke, Qashqai, LEAF, X-Trail, and the innovative ARIYA. This broad selection ensures that a wide array of customer needs and preferences are catered for within the programme, making it easier to find an approved used Nissan that fits your lifestyle.

Peace of Mind on the Road: Nissan Roadside Assistance

Beyond the warranty, every Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicle comes with the invaluable benefit of two years of free Nissan Roadside Assistance. This isn't just a basic breakdown service; it's a comprehensive support package designed to keep you mobile and minimise disruption should the unexpected happen. The first year of cover is automatically set up upon the purchase of your Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicle, providing immediate reassurance. For subsequent years, you simply need to renew your cover with your dealer at the point of service, making it incredibly convenient to maintain this essential protection.

This extensive assistance package boasts Nissan Pan-European Roadside Assistance, ensuring you're covered not just in the UK, but across a wide array of European countries, including Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France (excluding DOM TOM), Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain (excluding Ceuta and Melilla), Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom (excluding Guernsey and Jersey). This is particularly beneficial for those who enjoy touring the continent, knowing that help is just a phone call away, regardless of where your journey takes you.

What's included in this impressive cover? Should your vehicle become inoperative due to a warrantable defect, the assistance covers:

• Roadside repair where possible, getting you back on your way swiftly.
• Towing service to the nearest authorised Nissan dealership or recharge point if a roadside fix isn't feasible.

Additionally, for breakdowns necessitating repairs covered under Nissan warranty where the repair cannot be completed on the day of breakdown, you receive further substantial support:

• A replacement vehicle for up to three working days, or until your repair is complete, whichever is sooner. (Please note: Charging and toll fees for the replacement vehicle are at the user's expense, and the replacement car excludes all other additional services. Drivers of special vehicles such as taxis, driving-school vehicles, or short-term rental vehicles are not eligible for this service).
• Hotel accommodation for up to three nights, ensuring you have a comfortable place to stay while your vehicle is being repaired.
• Reimbursement of the cost of Public transport to help you complete your journey, including 1st class train travel or taxi services up to 30 miles, or any other suitable means.

For Nissan EV owners, there's tailored support for 'battery out of charge' scenarios. In the unlikely event your Nissan EV battery runs out of charge en-route, assistance is provided to tow your car to either a location of your choice or the nearest recharge point (both within a 30-mile radius). While the towing cost will be covered by the policy, any cost for recharging your Nissan EV is the driver's responsibility. For LEAF Flex (battery lease) customers, the Nissan EV Pan-European Roadside Assistance extends for the duration of your battery lease agreement should your Nissan EV run out of battery charge. A 'fair usage policy' applies to this service, ensuring it's available for genuine needs, with repeated non-starts without plausible causes potentially not being covered.

Staying Mobile: The Courtesy Car Promise

Nissan understands the inconvenience of being without your vehicle, especially when it's in for service or repair. That's why they offer the NISSAN PROMISE to keep you mobile free of charge. Whether you require a courtesy car or simply a lift, every effort is made to meet your needs. While Nissan cannot guarantee that a courtesy car will be a like-for-like model of your vehicle, and they reserve the right to offer alternative methods of keeping you mobile if appropriate, this commitment highlights their dedication to customer convenience and minimising disruption to your daily life. It’s an essential part of the customer promise, designed to ensure your routine isn't unduly interrupted.

Why Choose Nissan Intelligent Choice?

The decision to purchase a used car often comes down to trust. With Nissan Intelligent Choice, that trust is built into every aspect of the programme. You're not just buying a car; you're investing in a vehicle that has been:

• Obsessively checked by Nissan trained technicians to ensure it meets our own exceptionally high standards.
• Vetted for its past, with detailed checks by an independent company to confirm it's not stolen and its history is clean.
• Backed by a comprehensive Nissan warranty and extensive roadside assistance, providing financial protection and support on the road.
• Supported by a brand committed to your mobility, even when your car is in for service.

This holistic approach means that buying a Nissan Intelligent Choice used car truly delivers peace of mind throughout your ownership journey. It’s about more than just the vehicle; it’s about the complete ownership experience, backed by Nissan’s unwavering commitment to quality and customer care. This commitment to reliability and transparent service makes the Intelligent Choice programme a compelling option for anyone considering a used Nissan.

Navigating the Terms and Conditions

While the benefits of Nissan Intelligent Choice are clear, it's always prudent to be aware of the underlying terms and conditions. The offer is typically valid for a specified period, for instance, until 30 September 2025, and is available at participating dealers only. It's important to note that this offer generally cannot be used in conjunction with any other schemes or offers, ensuring clarity on the applied benefits. Nissan also reserves the right to amend or withdraw offers at any time without prior notice, particularly in unforeseen circumstances, so it's always advisable to confirm the latest terms with your dealer at the time of purchase. Specific terms and conditions apply to each element of the offer, from the warranty to the courtesy car service, ensuring transparency and clear expectations for the customer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does my Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicle have first-year cover for Roadside Assistance?

Yes, absolutely. The first year of your two years free Roadside Assistance cover is automatically set up upon the purchase of your Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicle. This ensures you have immediate support from the moment you drive away, providing instant peace of mind on your first journeys.

How do I renew my Roadside Assistance for subsequent years?

After the initial first year of automatic cover, each subsequent year of cover for your Roadside Assistance must be renewed with your dealer at the point of service. This ensures continuous coverage and peace of mind as long as you continue to maintain your vehicle through authorised Nissan dealers.

What are the age and mileage limits for eligible vehicles under the programme?

To qualify for the Nissan Intelligent Choice programme and its comprehensive warranty and benefits, vehicles must be up to 10 years old (calculated from the date of first registration) or have covered under 100,000 miles on the odometer at the time of purchase, whichever comes first. This ensures that even slightly older or higher-mileage vehicles can still benefit from Nissan's rigorous checks and backing.

Is the Roadside Assistance valid if I travel outside the UK?

Yes, your Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicle comes with Nissan Pan-European Roadside Assistance. This covers you in a wide range of European countries, including key destinations such as Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and more. Should your vehicle become inoperative due to a warrantable defect in a country not covered, repair on the spot or towing service, when necessary, to the nearest authorised Nissan Dealer or recharge point is still covered.

What happens if my Nissan EV runs out of charge?

In the unlikely event your Nissan EV battery runs out of charge en-route to your destination, Nissan EV Roadside Assistance is available. Your car will be towed to either a location of your choice or the nearest location where the battery can be recharged (both within a 30-mile radius) to help you get back on your journey. The towing cost will be covered by the policy, though any cost for recharging your Nissan EV if applicable will be covered by the driver. A 'fair usage policy' applies to prevent repeated instances without plausible causes.

Will I always get a like-for-like courtesy car?

Whilst Nissan makes every effort to meet your needs and keep you mobile, they cannot guarantee that a courtesy car will be a like-for-like model of your vehicle. Nissan reserves the right to offer alternative methods of keeping you mobile if appropriate, ensuring you are not left stranded while your vehicle is being attended to.

Can I combine the Nissan Intelligent Choice offer with other promotions or schemes?

Generally, the Nissan Intelligent Choice offer is not available in conjunction with any other schemes or offers. It is always advisable to confirm the specific terms and conditions with your participating Nissan dealer at the time of enquiry or purchase to understand how this might affect other promotions you may be considering.

Who provides the Roadside Assistance services for Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicles?

Nissan Roadside Assistance benefits and services are primarily provided by RAC Motoring Services and/or RAC Insurance Ltd. For Nissan EV Roadside Assistance, services are provided by AXA, with Nissan Assistance UK Limited being the authorised and regulated entity. This ensures professional and reliable support when you need it most.

What should I do if my car breaks down while travelling in the UK or Europe?

For general Nissan Roadside Assistance when travelling in the UK, you can call 0800 246 820. If you are travelling in Europe, the number is 0044 161 210 2409. For Nissan EV specific assistance, the UK number is 0800 652 3025, and for Europe, it's 0044 1737 815 175. These numbers provide direct access to the support services you are entitled to.

In conclusion, the Nissan Intelligent Choice Approved Used Car programme goes far beyond a typical used car sale. It’s a carefully crafted package designed to provide maximum assurance and convenience. By combining a rigorous inspection process, a robust Nissan-backed warranty, comprehensive roadside assistance, and a commitment to keeping you mobile, Nissan empowers you to make a confident and informed decision. When you choose a Nissan Intelligent Choice vehicle, you're not just buying a car; you're investing in reliability and peace of mind, ensuring that every journey is backed by Nissan's trusted promise.

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