2011 Nissan LEAF Exclusively On Electric Power

The Nissan LEAF is a major achievement that everyone at Nissan can be proud of,” said Carlos Ghosn, President and CEO of Zero Emissions, Not Just Low Emissions Nissan. An exciting journey – for people around the world, for Nissan and for the industry.”

Key features of the Nissan LEAF include:

Zero emission powertrain and platform

• Affordable prices
• Flawless design
• Actual distance: 160 km (100 miles)

The name "LEAF" itself is a significant statement about the car. Just as air cleans nature, the Nissan LEAF cleans mobility by removing the exhaust gases of driving. However, the company expects the car to be priced well among the well-equipped C-segment cars. In addition, the Nissan LEAF is expected to benefit from a number of significant local, regional and national tax breaks and incentives in markets around the world. As an added bonus, because the car is mechanically less complex than a conventional petrol engine, the Nissan LEAF is designed to protect both your wallet and the environment.

The 2011 Nissan Leaf is an all-electric vehicle offered for the first time in the American mass market. This 4-door 5-passenger hatchback runs on all-electric power. The blades are available in two trim levels: the base SV and top SL. All use a 107-horsepower electric motor and a lithium-ion battery. Nissan claims a maximum range of 100 miles. The Leaves charging port accepts a 110-volt household outlet or a 220-volt outlet. Recharging from a 110-volt outlet takes about 20 hours. Using a dedicated 220 volt home charging station, a full charge takes approximately 8 hours. SL models are available with a fast charging port that can charge up to 80% capacity in 30 minutes. The Blades only have a single speed transmission that works like an automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, anti-lock braking system, front airbags and side airbags. The navigation system is standard for all. The SL model has a reversing camera and small roof-mounted solar panels powered by cheap 12-volt batteries that power accessories like the climate control system.

Nissan LEAF engineers and designers have worked to create a truly competitively priced vehicle that will allow Nissan to bring mobility into the zero-emission era. To offer comfort, space and cargo capacity, the Nissan LEAF uses an all-new chassis and body layout.

“Our car had to be the world's first practical mid-size electric car that drivers could afford and want to use every day. And that's exactly what we created. The styling will not only identify the Nissan LEAF, but also the owner as a participant in the new era of zero-emission mobility,” said Chief Product Designer Masato INOUE.

The front of the Nissan LEAF features a vertical V-shaped design with tall, upward-sloping light-emitting diode (LED) headlamps that use a reflective blue interior design that says, "This car is special." But headlights don't just make a statement. They are also designed to intelligently divide and direct airflow away from the door mirrors, reducing wind noise and aerodynamic drag. And the headlights offer another advantage, using just 10 percent of the electricity of conventional bulbs, helping the Nissan LEAF achieve a world-class range.

Due to the bright colors of the NISSAN LEAF interior, it creates a pleasant and elegant atmosphere in the interior. The eco-friendly Blue Earth color theme is derived from the entry-level Aqua Globe body color of the Nissan LEAF. This theme is also carried through to the interior with blue accents in the dashboard and instrument lighting.

Zero-emission mobility programs under the banner of the Renault-Nissan alliance include partnerships with countries such as the UK and Portugal, local governments in Japan and the US and other sectors, totaling around 30 partnerships worldwide.

The main efforts in these partnerships focus on three areas:

* Development of nationwide charging infrastructure thanks to public and private investment,

* Incentives and subsidies from local, regional and national governments too

* Educate the public about the benefits of zero-emission mobility for people and society.

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