Nissan teases Paris-bound Townpod EV concept

As the Paris Motor Show draws closer, automakers are sending out the usual raft of teaser shots. The pictures never reveal much but they definitely get people talking. The image you see above? It’s a glimpse at the zero-emissions, electric concept vehicle called the Nissan Townpod EV.

Nissan has this to say about the Townpod:

It is designed to offer zero-emissions mobility to a future generation of home-based, innovative entrepreneurs who are creative and tech-savvy. It is more than just a car and it’s more than just a van – it heralds a new-era of flexible, stylish vehicles that will bring electric-vehicle mobility to the masses.

So, is it an electric city-car for the techie on the go? Will the Townpod EV be a mobile blogging lair for those both green and lazy? Honestly, we have no clue. It’s not easy to figure out what something looks like from an image that resembles the eye of an Autobot. For now, we’ll just have to let our imaginations run wild.

We do love staring at concept vehicles until our contact lenses dry out, and the Nissan Townpod EV is sure to be no exception. Stay tuned for updates from the Paris Motor Show, and hit the jump to read Nissan’s official press release.

Nissan Leaf

Nissan’s director of product planning, Mark Perry, met with folks over at Inside Line to discuss the demographics of the company’s Leaf electric vehicle.

Perry revealed some info that we’ve touched upon before, but with the company now able to glean data from the more than 19,000 Leaf pre-orders, a concise buyer profile has finally emerged:

They are very tech savvy, they are college educated and most drive less than 50 miles per day. Home ownership is a big component of the profile. And they’ve got garages.

In addition, Perry told Inside Line that 80 percent of Leaf buyers don’t drive a Nissan vehicle today and most own several other vehicles, including hybrids like the Toyota Prius. Here’s a rundown of what Perry had to say:

The average buyer of a 2011 Nissan Leaf is a 45-year-old baby boomer.
The typical buyer has an income of about 5,000 a year.
Buyers list energy independence and environmental consciousness as primary motivators for choosing the Leaf.
Blue is the most popular exterior color (35%), followed by silver, with black in last place.
75 percent of buyers are opting for the top-of-the-line SL trim level.

Bill Nye, The Science Guy, and Alyssa Milano have joined Lance Armstrong as celebs who have reserved the Leaf. Nissan spokesperson Katherine Zachary confirmed that the Tour de France extraordinaire is still in line to receive one of the first Leafs to reach U.S. shores. While Perry’s revelations don’t really surprise us, we’d definitely like to find out if you, our loyal readers, either slot in or fall outside of, the demographics listed above. Hit up the comment box below and let us know.

$700 quick charge option on Nissan LEAF allows 80% charge in 30 mins

A full charge for the 2011 Nissan LEAF takes up to 8 hours on a standard 200V outlet. That may be too long for those that need a quick boost every now and then when their battery level is near 0%. Buyers can purchase the optional DC 50kW quick-charger for $700, which recharges the battery up to 80 percent in under 30 minutes.

Available with the Nissan LEAF SL trim, which starts at $33,720, this charge port on the vehicle will allow for charging to 80 percent capacity in 30 minutes. However, the quick charger is only compatible with high voltage public charging stations.The option is not available on the Nissan LEAF SV trim, which starts at $32,780.

With a full charge, the Nissan LEAF allows for a driving range of 100 miles.

Refresher: Power for the Nissan Leaf comes from a 107-hp electric-motor that runs on power supplied by lithium-ion cells. On a full-charge, the Nissan Leaf allows for a driving range of 100 miles with a top speed of 87 mph. A full charge takes up to 8 hours on a standard 200V outlet. Buyers can opt for the DC 50kW quick-charger, which recharges the battery up to 80 percent in under 30 minutes. Prices for the 2011 Nissan LEAF will start at $32,780 but with a federal tax-credit prices will come in as low as $25,280, or for a lease payment of $349 a month.

2011 Nissan Murano Price

We already took an in-depth look at the mildly facelifted 2011 Murano back in August, but now Nissan has released U.S. pricing for the crossover model which went on sale today nationwide. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the 2011 Murano start at $28,500 for the entry-level front-wheel drive model and top out at $39,140 for a fully equipped all-wheel drive version. All prices don’t include destination and other fees.

The most notable exterior changes on the 2011 model year Murano include the redesigned front grille, lower fascia and taillights, while interior refinements are limited to fresh colors, a white back-light for the gauges on the instrument panel and new audio and entertainment features.

The Murano continues to be offered exclusively with a 260-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine matched to Nissan’s Xtronic CVT transmission in a choice of front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

Murano S FWD——— $28,500 USD

Murano SV FWD——- -$31,910 USD

Murano SL FWD——– $35,450 USD

Murano LE FWD——– $37,540 USD

Murano S AWD——— $30,100 USD

Murano SV AWD——– $33,510 USD

Murano SL AWD——– $37,050 USD

Murano LE AWD——- -$39,140 USD

New Sports Car Nissan JUKE Production Launch

Nissan’s Sunderland Plant celebrated the production launch of the all-new Nissan JUKE compact sports crossover on August 26, 2010.

Nissan JUKE combines the best attributes of an SUV and a sports car and will offer a refreshing and dynamic alternative to the traditional small hatchback when it goes on sale across Europe next month.

Nissan JUKE looks set to continue the success of Nissan Qashqai – its bigger brother – as Nissan has already received more than 22,500 pre-orders across Europe since the order books opened in June 2010.
Based on this, Sunderland expects to produce up to 100,000 units each year making it the plant’s second highest volume model behind the phenomenally successful Nissan Qashqai.

Nissan Note and Nissan Qashqai +2 complete Sunderland Plant’s current model line-up, while the Nissan LEAF zero-emission electric car is confirmed for production from early 2013.

Nissan JUKE represents £57 million of investment in the Sunderland facility. Its arrival safeguards 1,100 jobs directly at the plant and an estimated 2,000 additional posts across Nissan’s supply base. A £6.2 Mn Grant for Business Investment from the UK Government has crucially supported this project.

It is expected Nissan JUKE will contribute to a potential production volume of more than 400,000 units for the 2010 Financial Year which, if realised, would be a plant record.

Trevor Mann, Nissan Senior Vice President of Manufacturing, Europe said: “JUKE provides a much needed breath of fresh air within the small car segment and will play a key role in defining the Nissan brand in the years ahead.

“Customers in this sector now have the opportunity to own a highly individual and innovative car that will reinforce Nissan’s position as a pioneer of crossover vehicles.

“Congratulations to the Sunderland workforce for earning the right to produce what is their sixth new model in eight years. I would also like to thank both national and local government for their support, as well as the continued efforts of our all our suppliers.”

Sunderland will ramp up to full Nissan JUKE production volume in a plant record of two weeks, ensuring European dealers are fully stocked and ready for the car’s start of sales in late September 2010.

The majority of Nissan JUKEs produced in Sunderland will be exported into mainland Europe with the remainder destined for dealers across the UK and Ireland.

Customers will be able to choose from three trim grades and three engines, including a 190 PS flagship turbocharged option.

Like Nissan Qashqai, Nissan JUKE will be available in two-wheel drive versions as well as the range-topping all-wheel drive model produced at Nissan’s plant in Oppama, Japan, which also supplies Nissan JUKE to the domestic Japanese market, the US and overseas markets.

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The Nissan Quest is back after a short, one-year hiatus. Originally launched in 1993, the allnew fourth generation Quest minivan will soon be arriving at Nissan dealers. 

According to Nissan, the new Quest is about to take on the toughest job on the planet: parenting. That's because it includes an extensive list of family friendly innovations and amenities that a family on the go can enjoy together.

These clever new features include one-touch power sliding doors, quick release fold-flat seats, an Advanced Climate Control System, and a rear storage well that you can use even when all the rear seats are in the folded, flat floor, position.

The last generation Questwas a unique hybrid styling exercise with a car-like front that didn't quite look like it really belonged to its minivan body. This time around, it's a more homogeneous styling exercise, yet there are lots of interesting and pleasing-tothe-eye aspects to the new design.

Overall, it has a wide, low stance and a muscular front end that sports a much higher cowl height than its predecessor. Striking new features include its full surround privacy glass, matching blackout roof support pillars and liberal use of chrome trim accents. It's also a surprisingly windefficient shape, with a 0.32 Cd aerodynamic rating, which is very good for a van-style body.

Quest competes at the higher end of the minivan market, with the likes of Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna and Chrysler Town & Country.

Nissan admitted to an internal debate around the rationale of even staying in the minivan segment, one that larger companies Ford and GM have already abandoned. That made for a less competitive and steadier minivan market, and spurred Nissan to give it another go.

In addition to its innovative design, what also sets new Quest apart from Odyssey or Sienna is the layout and functionality of its interior. Quick release fold-flat second-and thirdrow seats rapidly convert the Quest into a flat-floor cargo hauler. To make this transformation even more convenient, the LE trim comes with thirdrow power-return seatbacks.

The second-row seats slide forward and aft and out of the way to allow entry to the third row. However, they are not removable, like they are in the competition.Nissan is convinced that most owners rarely remove these seats as they are heavy, cumbersome and tricky to reinstall, and I'm sure many prospective buyers agree.

Quest's new "Innovation for Family" design features include keyless push-button ignition, second power windows and one-touch power sliding side doors that easily unlock and open with a single touch (great for when you've got an armful of groceries). You can also add stuff like Dual Opening glass moonroofs, a Blind Spot Warning system and a RearView Monitor.

Power comes from Nissan's award winning VQ 3.5-litre V6 engine, which can produce 260 horsepower and 240 lbs.-ft of torque. It's mated to a silkysmooth Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Adaptive Shift Control. The console-mounted shift lever has an overdrive lockout switch that provides engine braking when going down a incline, often an issue with other CVTs.

As was the case with the previous Quest, the overall driving experience is top-notch for the minivan class. Even on the icy and pothole peppered roads of La Belle Province, the Quest offered a stable and impressively comfortable ride.

Drive goes to the front wheels (there's no all-wheel-drive version). Quest S and SV models come with 16-inch wheels (aluminum-alloy on SV) with all-season tires, while Quest SL and LE models feature 18-inch machine-finish aluminum-alloy wheels and all-season tires.

A standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System includes a very handy and innovative new application that Nissan calls Easy Fill Tire Alert. The hazard lamps flash to let you know the system is working as you pump air in a tire and -with a beep of the horn, when correct pressure is reached.

Nissan LEAF recognized by the European Car of the Year

A group of journalists from 23 European countries called the Nissan LEAF winner in the contest went down in history as the first match, which won the electric car. The award was presented to General Director, Nissan, Carlos Gon during a ceremony held in the Pavilion Gabriel in Paris.



Nissan LEAF - Electric Japanese group Nissan, commercially available since the spring of 2010. World premiere at the international Tokyo Motor Show in 2009. Orders for the model of Japanese and American dealers have started taking 1 April 2010, the assembly is the first production copies produced in Japan, Nissan also intends to expand the production of electric Leaf plants in the U.S. (2012), further - in the UK and Portugal.



At the end of November 2010 Nissan LEAF was declared first among electric winner of European Car of the Year 2011.



Nissan Leaf built on a new platform Nissan V, which divides the electric car with a crossover Juke and subcompact Micra 2011 model year.

Under the hood is the motor power of 80 kW, whose torque is 280 Nm. Electric drive - front. Data on the mass of the car were not disclosed.



In EU countries the average price of Leaf will be on average 35 000 euros, but it will be adjusted downward depending on the state and local incentives in each country provided for environmentally friendly vehicles.