Highlights of the Nissan Exhibit at the 2009 Tokyo Motor
Show
YOKOHAMA - October 8, 2009: Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., will present various
show cars at the upcoming 2009 Tokyo Motor Show, including
“Leaf,” an electric vehicle (EV) which is slated for global
launch and volume production in late 2010, Land Glider,” an EV
concept car, and “Qazana,” which is an entirely new type of
compact sport crossover, which made its world debut at the Geneva Motor
Show in March 2009. Nissan will also showcase the new “Fuga,”
Nissan’s top-of-the-line sedan and the new mini MPV
“Roox,” both to be launched later this year.
Nissan’s ultimate goal in the environmental field is
zero-emission. With aim to be a leader in this field, the Nissan exhibits
will focus on concept cars including “Leaf” and on the
development of related technologies and battery-charging infrastructure, in
an effort to communicate the company’s commitment to consumers.
Nissan is also continuing to work on the internal combustion engine
(ICE) technology, for the development of environment-friendly technology to
improve fuel economy and reduce gas emission. In addition to EV, the Nissan
exhibit will feature a wide range of models and technologies such as hybrid
electric vehicle (HEV), clean diesel technology and nextgeneration X-TRONIC
CVT.
Overview of major concept cars and technologies to be exhibited are as
follows.
Leaf
The world’s first EV designed for large-scale
volume production
High-performance, zero-emission power train and
platform take the “joy of driving” to another dimension. A
design that evokes a clean and intelligent image and a body that achieves
optimal aerodynamics and wind noise characteristics are packaged into this
innovative and original five-passenger, five-door hatchback. Has a
range of more than 160km (100 miles) on one full charge, which is
sufficient for most daily needs. Features an advanced IT system that is
specially designed for zero-emission mobility. Navigation screen supports
the driver by displaying range autonomy areas and battery charging spots
with a touch of a button.
Land Glider
A new proposal for urban mobility that can be
enabled by zero-emission car
The Land Glider has a potential to become
a new means of transportation in urban areas; its linear acceleration and
the narrow body, which only an ultra-compact, ultra lightweight EV can
achieve, will help reduce traffic congestion and promote effective use of
parking space. Shift of the center of gravity by leaning provides a
new, exciting sense of driving and a powerful, crisp ride.
New Fuga
Nissan’s top-of-the-line sedan to be launched
this autumn, which combines supreme design, interior and performance
A
vibrant exterior design, which attracts attention with the strength and
dynamic form that only a front-engine/rear-drive (FR) car can deliver.
Crisp driving, smooth ride, powerful acceleration, quiet and
environment-friendly and comfortable driving with a sense of assurance
provided by numerous “world’s first” technologies. A
comfortable interior space, created by interior design focused on physical
space as well as visual spaciousness and by the adoption of numerous
carefully-selected materials and amenities. A new, hybrid version which
pursues both the “fun of maneuvering at will” and fuel economy
of a compact car, will also be exhibited for reference only.
Qazana
A whole new five-door compact sport crossover with
innovative design
Exterior and interior design inspired by images of
beach buggies and motorcycles. Distinctive exterior features a large
wheel arch that emphasizes power and stability, high belt lines and a
sporty upper body. The interior features a center console that looks
just like a fuel tank and seat of a motorcycle and a design that exposes
the body framework. Combines sporty driving and environmental
performance.
ROOX
A super-spacious mini-sized vehicle that features a large
interior space and dynamic design
A comfortable interior space
(interior height: 1365mm, interior length: 2085mm), one the largest for
mini-sized vehicles, allows flexible seat arrangement. The sporty and
sophisticated “Highway Star” design exudes a strong presence
that changes the image of mini-sized vehicles. To maximize the ease of
getting in and out, a slide door (opening width: 580mm, opening height:
1230mm), which can be remotely controlled, and a rear step with low ground
height are featured on both sides of the car.