Fortunately, all is not lost. Firms like Nissan have come up with a long-term plan for a not-too-distant future. The plan is considered a forward-looking view of intelligent and clean cars that will help contribute to a better, safer, greener and smarter road network. Speaking at the ASEAN Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Summit, which was not too long ago held at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, Nissan officially presented its comprehensive and far-reaching Intelligent Mobility plan.
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Nissan have come up with Intelligent Mobility Plan at the 1st ASEAN EV & Hybrid Summit
As the human population is growing rapidly and stretching the world’s finite, so does the public demand for a cheaper, safer and commuter-friendly transport service option. Due to this ever growing need, a high rate of increase in carbon dioxide (CO2) has continued day by day and contributes to global warming.
Fortunately, latest technologies and innovations are shaping the future and change the Earth by enabling car makers to face with forthcoming environment disaster. Alternatives to Internal Combustion Engines (ICEs) like hybrid and electric cars offer low CO2 emissions, positioning themselves as cheaper and smarter options.
Nissan Motor Corporation has a long history of commonly investing in Electric Vehicles (EV) for greater than seven decades, protecting 48 countries. Nissan recently launched Nissan Intelligent Mobility, a forward-looking view that help the firm determine “how our vehicles should be powered, driven, and integrated into society”.
Yutaka Sanada, Nissan’s Regional Senior Vice President for Asia and Oceania, at the first ASEAN Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Summit as quoted as saying: “We see a future of zero emissions and fatalities through Nissan Intelligent Mobility.”
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Nissan Motor Corporation has a long history of commonly investing in Electric Vehicles (EV) for greater than seven decades
Nissan’s e-powered cars provide:
- More pleasure via its EV acceleration and silent engine (Intelligent Power)
- More confidence on the street via its ProPilot technology (Intelligent Driving)
- More connectivity via vehicle-to-home and vehicle-to-building charging models (Intelligent Integration)
Nissan’s first e-powered product is the Nissan LEAF – the company’s flagship EV and the Nissan Note. The former is the world’s best-selling mass-produced EV, with greater than 270,000 units sold since its launch in 2010.
“With Nissan’s expertise in the EV industry, the time is ripe for us to share our world-leading products and actively reach out to emerging EV markets like the Philippines,” Sanada added.
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Nissan Intelligent Mobility
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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