Low fuel consumption and a comfortable ride are essential for van life.
Contrary to the vintage look, the package is the latest design. The low-floor layout and comfortableness, not to mention the spacious instrument panel and ample storage space, make it easy for passengers to get in and out of the vehicle.
Kosugi:The driver's seat is spacious and comfortable, which may be due to the fact that I usually drive an old Jimny. The steering wheel is light, and the car is easy to drive, turning in small circles in spite of its large size!
In fact, the GMLVAN C-01 is a slightly smaller 5-number size (registered as a 4-number car) compared to the larger Hiace GMLVAN V-01. With a minimum turning radius of 5.2 m (FWD model), the GMLVAN C-01 is easy to handle even for those who are not good at driving, and many users are actively choosing the C-01 as a family car.
Kono:I don't have a car, and Mr. Kosugi always takes me camping in his Jimny, so I can't speak too highly of it, but I can say that the C-01 is more comfortable to drive (laughs). (Laughs) The front passenger seat is wide and the eye point is high, so there is a sense of openness.
Ichise:The back seat is not bad either, with a firm seat. What, this is not genuine?
The second seat in the GMLVAN C-01 is the REVO seat, which is familiar to campers. The base model "NV200" has short back seats with the headrests positioned on the shoulders, but the optional high-back seats extend the back of the vehicle, making the rear seats more comfortable as well. Incidentally, to match the multifunctional second seat, the front seat upholstery has also been carefully detailed in a uniform gray color.
Kosugi:It's also very nimble and nice to drive, both on public roads and highways. Today we have three passengers and a full load of camping gear, and it is powerful and roomy. What, 14km/l (JC08 mode, 2WD model) catalog fuel economy? That's better than my Jimny!
There are three drive train and transmission combinations available for the C-01. The Nissan "NV200" Vanette DX grade offers three choices: 2WD/4AT, 2WD/5MT, and 4WD/4AT. The 4WD models feature "auto torque control coupling," which distributes torque appropriately to the front and rear wheels according to road conditions and vehicle speed, which is a welcome feature for snow sports enthusiasts and those who live in snowy areas.
