Nissan aims to release the much anticipated Nissan Leaf EV 2020 in the Philippines, sometime in 2020. In a round table discussion at the Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay last week, Nissan Regional Senior Vice-President and Head of Asia and Oceania Yutaka Sanada said that plans are further on its way to release the car on to our shores.
When pressed for specific timelines, Nissan was unable to provide a more concrete reply. They did say however that the Philippines was ready for Electric Vehicle use as interest is spiking up for them.
Nissan aims to release the much anticipated 2020 Nissan Leaf EV in the Philippines, sometime in 2020
The Nissan Leaf is already being sold to neighboring markets and it is just a matter of time for Nissan in the Philippines follows suit with an EV model of its own. Already, rival, Hyundai has released the Hyundai Kona EV and the Ionic EV that offers full electric propulsion and plug-in charging.
Mitsubishi has also featured and announced that they have their own EV, set for release, the EV version of their popular Outlander model. Although they too were unable to provide any specific timelines for release.
The Nissan Leaf is already being sold in neighboring markets
Already a very popular model overseas the Nissan Leaf is leading the charge towards full electric implementation combining funky and fashionable styling with it is a hatchback, good interior space, performance and most notably, the distance between charging Range Anxiety is a very real thing.
You won't be too concerned with losing gas in a traditional internal combustion engine but EV cars require a charge to keep moving. If you were unlucky enough to not find a fast-charging station, get ready to settle in for the night wherever you are.
The Nissan leaf features a fashionable hatchback design
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Powering the Nissan Leaf is a Fully Electric Synchronous Motor making the equivalent of 148hp and 320Nm of torque. Already you can understand why this is an exciting proposition as the power of the Nissan Leaf already surpasses many compact cars available in the Philippines.
Nissan has rated the range or distance in a single charge to be around 270 km. This distance is more than enough for any Filipino city dweller to last an entire week, therefore range anxiety should not be an issue.
Electric motors work differently from internal combustion engines, wherein power delivery comes almost instantaneously. As soon as you floor the pedal you don't have to rely on engine speed or RPM to move forward, you just go.
This 270km range is more than enough for any Filipino city dweller to last an entire week
Since its unveiling, the Nissan Leaf has sold more than 400,000 units making the Leaf the most popular road-going EV in the world, the US market is where it is most popular followed by home market, Japan and then Europe. It is cars like the Nissan Leaf that slowly change people’s perception of Electric Vehicles.
Prior to the Leaf, we see the cars as weird novelty items, something out of science fiction, but because of how ordinary the Leaf can be, it can wean us away from our dependence with internal combustion engines. Sometimes all we ever want is for a car to look like a car and work like it too.
It is cars like the Nissan Leaf that slowly change people’s perception of Electric Vehicles
Can't wait for the Nissan Leaf to hit our shores? Will you be ever getting one once it arrives? Stay glued to Philkotse.com for more updates, news, and insights on the most anticipated and upcoming cars!
Know more about Nissan LEAF 2024
The Nissan LEAF 2024 Philippines is a 5-door hatchback fitted with an all-electric powertrain. It is offered in the Philippines with one variant only which is priced at Php 1,998,000. Powering this electric vehicle (EV) is a synchronous electric motor capable of generating 148 horsepower and 320 Nm of torque. A 40-kWh lithium-ion battery is used, which aids the model's 311 km range. Only a single-speed gear reduction system is utilized to exclusively send power to the front wheels.
Dimensions-wise, the LEAF has a length of 4,490 mm, a width of 1,788 mm, and a height of 1,540, with ground clearance and wheelbase rated at 155 mm and 2,700 mm, respectively. This is the first and only commercially available EV in the country. But in the all-electric options, the alternatives of Filipino car buyers include the Porsche Taycan, Hyundai Ioniq EV, and BYD E6.
Nissan LEAF Launch
The first-generation Nissan LEAF was initially introduced in the United States and Japan in December 2010. Due to its striking road presence and overall impressive performance, it gained recognitions such as the Green Car Vision Awards in 2010, the European Car of the Year and the World Car of the Year both in 2011 and the Car of the Year Japan for two consecutive years. Also, this multi-awarded electric vehicle is acclaimed as the world’s top-selling as of December 2019.
The second-generation Nissan LEAF was unveiled in October 2017. It was made available in the US and Europe a year later. The Nissan LEAF made its Philippines debut in May 2021. Nissan Philippines is offering the LEAF at Php 2,798,000. Available colors for the 2024 Nissan LEAF with the two-tone blacked-out roof include Pearl White, Vivid Blue, Gun Metallic, and Magnetic Red.
Nissan LEAF Exterior
The new Nissan LEAF comes with a sporty exterior design, and it looks similar to the global model that’s currently being sold in Japan, the United States, and Europe. In terms of dimensions, the LEAF electric vehicle measures 4,480mm long, 1,790mm wide, and 1,540mm tall. It also has a wheelbase of 1,540mm and a ground clearance of 155mm.
The Nissan LEAF is fitted with halogen headlamps with LED daytime running lights. It also has front fog lamps and a rear fog lamp, rain-sensing wipers, electronically adjustable and foldable front mirrors, and a rear wiper. The said electric vehicle also comes with Nissan’s signature V-motion grille. The LEAF is finished off with a set of 16-inch alloy wheels, wrapped with 205/55R16 tires.
Nissan LEAF Interior
The Nissan LEAF 2024 can accommodate up to five occupants. It has a dark interior theme along with an automatic climate control system, and fabric-clad seats. The LEAF also comes with a six-way manually adjustable driver’s seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt adjustment, a push-to-start button, and a multi-information meter.
Technology & Safety Features
The LEAF Philippines is integrated with several techs and safety features. Placed at the center of the dashboard is an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also comes standard with a 360-degree view camera that can detect moving objects. The LEAF also has a driver attention alert system that warns one of the things moving in the car’s blind spots, rear end, and whenever you’re departing a lane. Adding to the list of the LEAF’s features are the following: hill-start assist, vehicle dynamic control, and anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution. On the more passive side, the Nissan-made EV comes with a total of six airbags.
Platform & Chassis
The new Nissan LEAF is fitted with an independent front strut suspension and torsion beam suspension at the rear.
Engine & Drivetrain
The Nissan LEAF EV is powered by an electric motor that delivers 148 hp and 320 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels via a single-speed gear reduction system. The Nissan-made EV uses a 40-kWh lithium-ion pack with a 311-kilometer range. This can be charged with your bog-standard wall outlet, and doing so will fill it up fully in 15 to 18 hours. However, a quick charging station cuts down the LEAF’s charging time down to just 40 minutes to an hour.
Available colors for the Nissan LEAF are Gun Metallic, Vivid Blue, Magnetic Red, and Pearl White, all of which come with a Pearl Black roof.
The Nissan LEAF still doesn't have a lot of competition in the country as the local EV market is still relatively new.
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Nissan LEAF FAQs
1. How much does a Nissan LEAF 2024 cost in the Philippines?
In the Philippines, it is available in one variant which is priced at P1,998,000.
2. What problems does the Nissan LEAF have?
Nissan LEAF had some issues about reliability, with some electrical and brake concerns.
3. What is the body type of Nissan LEAF?
The body type of LEAF is a hatchback.
4. Does the Nissan LEAF 2024 have a reverse camera?
Yes, it does. With the reverse camera, you can see what is behind the car on the screen.
5. What is the Length of Nissan LEAF Philippines?
The length of LEAF is 4,490 mm.
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