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When CVT transmissions first started becoming more common at the beginning of the 21st century, they weren’t nearly as refined and reliable as they are today. Developed to increase fuel efficiency and a smooth acceleration feel, CVTs replaced traditional automatic transmissions in many compact economy cars. Unfortunately, however, early CVT transmissions developed the reputation of being rather problematic.

From our seasoned team of reliable professionals to our vast array of new and used vehicles, Baton Rouge drivers can look to Giles Nissan Lafayette with confidence. Our team of professionals is more than ready to help drivers with everything from finding a new or used vehicle to finding a vehicle lease to auto service needs. With so many people ready to help, you'll be hard-pressed to not find a vehicle that suits your auto needs.

If you're like many of our customers in Lafayette, you're looking for a new vehicle that will be enjoyable to drive and very reliable. The Nissans that we have at Giles Nissan Lafayette near Opelousas fit that description perfectly. Some of them are on the smaller side and are still quite capable and exciting, while others are on the larger side and make their presence known wherever they go.

The 2021 Nissan Sentra is a safe, reliable, affordable car—but is it right for you? Take a look at some of the features to help you decide.

Finding the right sedan is never easy. However, the search gets noticeably easier when the 2021 Nissan Altima is atop your wish list. Featuring new packages, features, and pricing.

The 2021 Nissan Altima hit the lots in October, and Giles Nissan Lafayette is proud to maintain an inventory of this popular sedan. The Altima got a redesign in 2019, and 2020 saw only minor changes. The same is true for 2021, and you may notice little difference between the 2020 and 2021 models.

If you’re in need of a heavy-duty truck capable of towing just about anything while still providing the comfort of modern conveniences and technology, then the 2021 Nissan Titan XD is probably the truck for you.

Much to the delight of sports car enthusiasts, the next-generation Nissan Z model has finally arrived. After a 12-year production run of the popular 370Z, Nissan’s iconic Z-car will be redesigned from the ground up for the 2021 model year.

If you’re in the market for a sedan, chances are you’ve come across the Nissan Sentra and Hyundai Elantra during your internet travels. They’re among the most popular models available at this moment, and rightfully so.

The 2020 Nissan Titan stacks up against the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150 and Ram 1500, with a host of new tech features and an enhanced powertrain.