| Nissan Leopard | |
|---|---|
 Nissan Leopard (Y33) in Japan | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Production | 1980–1999 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size luxury car / Executive car |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Nissan Fuga |
The Nissan Leopard is a line of sport/luxury cars built by Japanese carmaker Nissan. The Leopard began life in 1980 and was discontinued in 1999. The Leopard were initially based on the Japanese market Nissan Skyline and Nissan Laurel, then later based on the chassis of their Nissan Cedric and Nissan Gloria contemporaries and were rear wheel drive. Final versions were the contributing factors to Nissan's Infiniti M and J products.
The Leopard coupe and sedan were sold exclusively in Japan at Nissan Store locations as a companion to the Fairlady Z, allowing Nissan to sell a badge engineered version of the Skyline and Laurel. The Leopard was cancelled as a result of the Nissan Revival Plan, a casualty of overproduction. It was succeeded by the Nissan Fuga.