The next generation of the Nissan Leaf will introduce a new battery pack that promises to leave the Japanese electric longer away from charging stations.
The next generation of the Nissan Leaf will introduce a significant advance when it comes to range. During the Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exhibition, in Canada, the brand confirmed that soon, the new Nissan Leaf will be ready for longer runs, thanks to a new 60kWh battery that allows it to cover distances of more than 300km, with just one charge. total – thus positioning itself on the same level as the future Tesla Model 3. Asked about the future of electric cars, Kazuo Yajima, responsible for the development of the Nissan Leaf said he believes "that in the future we will be able to produce electric cars without any autonomy problem".RELATED: Portuguese are increasingly looking for "environmentally friendly cars"
Although not confirmed, rumors suggest that the Japanese brand follows the same strategy as Tesla: selling the same car, with three different levels of autonomy. If so, the Nissan Leaf will be sold with a 24kWh battery with autonomy for 170km, 30kWh that allows a range of 250km and, finally, the new 60kWh energy unit with a capacity to travel between 340km and 350km. According to the Japanese brand, the Nissan IDS concept will be the "inspired muse" of the second generation of the Nissan Leaf. A concept that appeared at the Tokyo Motor Show dressed to impress with four modular seats, 100% electric powertrain and carbon fiber bodywork. This study is intended to be a showcase of Nissan's vision for the car in the not-too-distant future.