Nissan rolls out all-new turbocharged powertrain in the region

Debuting on the all-new Magnite, the 1.0-liter turbocharged engine combines fuel efficiency of up to 17.3 km/l with powerful performance

Nissan has introduced an all-new 1.0-liter turbocharged engine across the Middle East, giving customers spirited performance, smooth drivability, and impressive efficiency. Inaugurated in the region on the all-new Nissan Magnite, the new powertrain delivers 99 horsepower and 152 Nm of torque, with efficiency of up to 17.3 km/l.

Under the Magnite’s hood, the new engine utilizes mirror bore cylinder coating technology derived from high-performance sports cars, helping reduce internal friction, improve heat management, and enhance combustion for smooth power delivery and efficiency. This is supported by a refined CVT transmission and Nissan’s Eco Scoring and Eco Coaching, which provides drivers with real-time feedback to get the most from every tank.

Thierry Sabbagh, Divisional Vice President, President – Middle East, KSA, CIS, Nissan and INFINITI, said: “The debut of our new turbocharged powertrain on the Magnite reflects Nissan’s commitment to delivering innovation that directly benefits drivers. This engine elevates everyday driving by combining responsive acceleration, smooth handling, and greater efficiency, making city commutes and weekend getaways equally enjoyable. It’s a powertrain that gives customers confidence, comfort, and a dynamic driving experience in a compact SUV designed for this region.”

Nassim Mourani, General Manager of the Automotive Group at Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co., commented, “In Qatar, customers expect more than just fuel efficiency — they want a vehicle that’s practical for everyday use, but still responsive and enjoyable to drive. The new Magnite delivers on both fronts. Its turbocharged engine offers lively performance that makes a real difference in daily driving, whether it's in city traffic or on the highway. Add to those advanced features like the 360° camera, Hill Start Assist, and a comfortable, well-equipped cabin, and you have a compact SUV that really suits the needs of drivers here. It’s a strong addition to our lineup, and we’re proud to bring it to our customers across Qatar.”

Merging performance and comfort, the new Magnite with its well composed ride and turbocharged engine delivers smooth acceleration for quick lane changes and steady progress in traffic. Driving confidence is reinforced through technologies such as Vehicle Dynamic Control, Traction Control, Hill Start Assist, and ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, ensuring stability on rough roads and during sudden maneuvers. To ease driver workload and help prevent inadvertent speeding, an adjustable speed limiter works alongside cruise control to cap the vehicle at a chosen speed.

The Magnite’s compact footprint and light, direct steering makes tight turns and narrow lanes easy to navigate. Features like the 360° Around View Monitor and parking sensors support precise positioning in confined spaces. Elevated seating provides a Clear View Driving Position with a 35.4° forward field of vision to aid visibility in all conditions, creating a more engaging and secure driving experience.

A bold exterior with signature honeycomb detailing gives the Magnite a confident stance, while an ergonomic cabin keeps key information clear and within easy reach. The 7-inch Advanced Drive Assist Display presents key data at a glance, including drive computer readouts and fuel history. With cruise control status and shift position indicators presented clearly, the interface keeps the focus on the road and makes essential information easy to read.

The Magnite’s quiet cabin complements the new turbocharged performance with comfort and connectivity. Wireless smartphone integration through Android Auto and Apple CarPlay enhance the journey, while the air conditioning system with PlasmaCluster Ionizer enhances the air quality and maintains a refreshing environment by removing up to 99% of bacteria, airborne mold, and allergens. Additionally, a cooled glove compartment keeps refreshments at a pleasant temperature in hot weather, and multi-color ambient lighting lets occupants set the cabin mood without distraction.

The all-new Nissan Magnite with its turbocharged 1.0-liter engine, offered in S, SV, and SL variants, is now available at Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co. showrooms – the exclusive agent of Nissan in Qatar – conveniently located across Qatar.

Customers can tailor their vehicle with a broad palette that includes five dual-tone and seven monotone exterior color options, allowing them to match the Magnite to their personal style.

For more information, visit the showrooms on Salwa Road, The Pearl, Bin Omran, Barwa, and Al Khor or call 8000505.

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Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV.. Premiere of the legendary brand’s first all-electric model

The car is available at Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, at its showroom in NBK ONE Building in Musheireb.

A Luxurious Exterior Meets an Interior Design that Fuses Tradition and Avant-Garde

The all-electric luxury Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV is a milestone in the brand's history. It embodies nothing less than the redefinition of automotive excellence in the age of electromobility.

The car is available at Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, at its showroom in NBK ONE Building in Musheireb.

With the Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV (provisional figures: combined power consumption: 24.4-22.5 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions: 0 g/km), the legendary brand is presenting its first all-electric series model. It is based on the technology of the EQS SUV from Mercedes-EQ and combines it with the exclusivity of Maybach – in line with Karl Maybach’s maxim: “What is good must also be beautiful”. The special exterior with an upright Mercedes star on the hood and a striking black panel front, which carries the specific Maybach radiator grille into the age of electromobility, ensures an unmistakable appearance. The optional two-tone paintwork is also typical of the brand. Thanks to exquisite materials, perfect craftsmanship and exclusive details, the spacious interior offers a holistic comfort experience with a cocooning effect. With its consistent interpretation of Sophisticated Luxury, the Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV sets the new benchmark in the all-electric top-end luxury SUV segment.

The Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV has an output of 484 kW and a range of up to 600 kilometres (provisional figure). It has 4MATIC all-wheel drive as standard.

The exterior design: Front end typical of the brand, chrome accents and brand emblem as a design element

Mercedes-Maybach enriches the dynamic purpose design of the EQS SUV from Mercedes-EQ with exclusive elements that give it its very own character. The Mercedes star sits enthroned on the hood, defining the status. The front is characterised by the brand-typical black panel with vertical, chrome-plated trim strips in a three-dimensional depth look. The large black panel is smooth closed for the first time. The high-tech element for the radar sensors is fully integrated and no longer visible. Chrome-plated, filigree slats can also be found on the air intake of the bumper. The classic MAYBACH lettering is discreetly incorporated into a chrome-plated decorative strip, which forms a unit with the continuous light strip of the standard DIGITAL LIGHT headlights. The Maybach pattern with several small brand emblems can also be found in trim parts of the side bumper. DIGITAL LIGHT welcomes and says goodbye to the driver with a special light show. As a further greeting, an animated projection of the Maybach pattern shines in all four doors.

When viewed from the side, specific features include the bold chrome surrounds on the side windows and the chrome-plated B-pillar trim. This decorative element is an integral part of the Mercedes-Maybach signature and highlights the length of the rear seating area. A Maybach emblem on the D-pillar underlines the high quality. The lettering EQS is subtly integrated into the front window triangle. The pronounced wheel arches with claddings in high-gloss black emphasise the SUV’s power and emotional presence. Appropriately, the Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV rolls on exclusive 21 or 22-inch alloy and forged wheels. The MAYBACH lettering can be found on the integrated, exquisitely designed wheel hub caps. Another eye-catcher are the standard running boards, which are illuminated in the dark. The treads are made of anodised aluminium, which echoes the pinstripe look of the black panel front. The Maybach emblem is also stylishly integrated here.

At the rear, the rear lights underline the exclusive character as a continuous light strip with a two-part helix. The lights are animated across the entire width. There are also chrome trim elements on the tailgate, on the rear apron and the spoiler lip, as well as the MAYBACH lettering.

The special appearance of the Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV also includes the brand-typical two-tone paintwork with a filigree pinstripe. It is applied by hand according to the highest quality criteria and is available in five color combinations: high-tech silver/obsidian black, high-tech silver/nautical blue, obsidian black/selenite grey, obsidian black/kalahari gold and velvet brown/onyx black.

The interior design: The fusion of tradition and avant-garde

The design of the interior also consistently follows the Maybach credo “What is good must also be beautiful”. A highlight for the front passengers is the standard MBUX Hyperscreen with “zero layer” and Mercedes-Maybach-specific start-up animations on all three displays. The overall visual appearance is specially designed for the Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV in an elegant deep blue. The numerous exclusive features include the animated display of the instrument cluster in “MAYBACH” mode. The pointers in the two tubes are designed like a silk scarf that moves elegantly in the wind according to the speed and driving style. At the same time, the digits change their size and are dynamically faded in or out. The surrounds for the round instruments are in rose gold, which is typical of the brand. An alternative display form to the tubes is the sporty “Pure EV” style. A three-dimensional performance bar conveys the respective driving status (driving, accelerating, charging).

The central display starts with the familiar home screen and the so-called “zero layer”. In this basic setting, the navigation map dominates. The driver can carry out 80 percent of the most common interactions directly without changing the application. The system reacts situationally and is personalised with intelligent suggestions and forward-looking offers.

The functional content and operating structure of all three displays correspond to those of the EQS SUV from Mercedes-EQ. The appearance can be customised with three display styles (discreet, sporty, MAYBACH) and three modes (navigation, assistance, service). In the discreet style, the content is reduced as much as possible and harmoniously co-ordinated with the colour change of the selected ambient lighting.

The rear passengers experience the same extensive range of infotainment and comfort features with two 11.6-inch displays on the backrests of the front seats. With the standard MBUX High-End Rear Seat Entertainment, content can be shared quickly and easily on the various displays. It is also possible to select and modify the navigation destinations from the rear seats. The standard equipment also includes the MBUX rear tablet, which can also be used outside the vehicle, and the MBUX Interior Assist. With the help of cameras, it can recognise the operating requests of the passengers from body and hand movements and carry out the corresponding functions – for example switching on the reading lights.

Natural materials made with perfect craftsmanship create a stylish contrast to the high-tech look. The Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV comes standard with Maybach Exclusive Nappa leather in the warm colours espresso brown/balao brown pearl. Macchiato beige/bronze brown pearl is optionally available. For an even more sophisticated look, Maybach MANUFAKTUR Exclusive Nappa leather is available as an option in crystal white/silver grey pearl. The leather in all interior colours comes from sustainable processing. Natural woods are available as decorative parts: MANUFAKTUR brown open-pore birch wood and brown open-pore MANUFAKTUR walnut wood, as well as MANUFAKTUR piano lacquer black flowing lines.

The Maybach emblem, which is integrated at various points as a design element, underscores the high-quality appearance that is typical of the brand. It adorns the stainless steel pedal system, the cushions on the headrests, the front seat backrests and, as a projection, the footwell in the rear. In conjunction with the first-class rear, it can also be found on the wood trim between the rear seats. When the trunk is open, it can also be seen on the inner lining of the tailgate. The brand lettering differentiates the steering wheel and welcomes all passengers on the stainless steel door sills in illuminated form.

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New General Manager Named at Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences

Ahead of its highly anticipated upcoming opening, Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences has announced the appointment of Hassan El Wahidi as general manager.  

With a distinguished career spanning more than 35 years, Hassan El Wahidi is a seasoned hospitality leader with a wealth of expertise in pre-openings, luxury resorts, and complex mixed-use developments across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. His leadership has shaped landmark Hilton properties including Hilton Paris Charles de Gaulle, Hilton Cannes, Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa, Hilton Doha The Pearl Hotel & Residences and Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas, one of the largest hotel resorts in the region. He also led a six-year mixed-use Hilton property development in Dubai, integrating hospitality, retail, and lifestyle experiences into a vibrant destination. Renowned for driving performance, building inclusive teams, and redefining guest experiences, Hassan brings a global perspective to this landmark opening.

Rising above Bahrain’s capital with 594 residential-style studios, suites, and penthouses - all featuring fully-equipped kitchens - Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences will introduce a new standard of extended-stay and short-stay hospitality to the Kingdom. Guests will enjoy four inviting restaurants and lounges, multiple swimming pools, a spa and wellness centre with a state-of-the-art fitness facility, Kids and Teens Clubs, and sweeping views of the city skyline and the Arabian Gulf.

Commenting on his appointment, Hassan El Wahidi, general manager, Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences said: “Leading Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences is both an honour and an exciting responsibility. This property is not just another hotel - it is designed as a destination where sophistication meets the comforts of home, setting a new benchmark for hospitality in the Kingdom. With our prime location, residential-style living, and the promise of Hilton’s world-class standards, we are ready to create experiences that reflect Bahrain’s warmth while redefining modern hospitality in the region.”

Strategically located in Manama’s Seef District, adjacent to Bahrain City Centre Mall and close to Bahrain Financial Harbour, The Avenues Mall, and the International Exhibition Centre, Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences is ideally positioned for both business and leisure travelers.

Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences is part of Hilton Honors®, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 25 world-class brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount that can’t be found anywhere else and free standard WiFi. Members also have access to contactless technology exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors mobile app, where Hilton Honors members can check-in, choose their room and access their room using Digital Key.

For more information or to make reservations, please visit Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences or call T: +973 7775 0000

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