Photo: Electric Nissan LEAF

Nissan International SA announced that the all-electric five-seater Nissan LEAF will be priced at under 30,000 Euros (25,641 Pounds) after incentives in most of its European launch markets – about the same as a comparably equipped diesel or hybrid vehicle, says a release posted on the company’s website. 

To begin with, Nissan also declared the specific prices for the UK, Netherlands, Republic of Ireland and Portugal, the four initial European launch markets for the Nissan LEAF, an affordable and zero-emission family compact car. Reservations will begin in July.
 
Accordingly, the purchase price of the Nissan LEAF in the United Kingdom would be 23,350 Pounds (27,471 Euros) after government incentives. The price, which includes the battery, is 28,350 Pounds (33,353 Euros) before incentives. The UK government recently announced that it would refund 25 percent of the purchase price of a pure-electric vehicle, up to a limit of 5,000 Pounds. The Nissan LEAF goes on sale in the UK in February 2011. 

The purchase price in the Netherlands will be 32,839 Euros (28,068 Pounds). Here, the government offers tax savings of 6,000 Euros for private car owners and 19,000 Euros for company car owners over five years. Sales in the Netherlands begin this December. 

The price in the Republic of Ireland is 29,995 Euros (25,637 Pounds) after 5,000 Euros in government incentives. Sales in Ireland begin in February next year. 

The price in Portugal is 29,955 Euros (25,603 Pounds) after 5,000 Euros in government incentives. Sales in Portugal begin this December. By the end of next year, Nissan LEAF will be available in every major Western European country. 

The Nissan LEAF is a compact, zero-emission, five-passenger family car that comes fully equipped with features such as air conditioning, satellite navigation, a parking camera, a quick charge socket and innovative smart-phone connectivity. 

Nissan LEAF engine
Nissan LEAF is powered by laminated compact lithium-ion batteries, which generate over 90kW output while its electric motor delivers 80kW/280 Nm. This ensures a highly responsive driving experience that is in keeping with what consumers have come to expect from automobiles powered by internal combustion engines, states information posted on the company wesite. Nissan LEAF’s power train has no tail pipe and thus no emission of CO2 or other green house gases. A combination of Nissan LEAF’s regenerative braking system and innovative lithium-ion battery packs enable the car to deliver a driving range of more than 160 km (100 miles) on one full charge. The high response synchronous AC motor 80kW gives a speed of 90 mph. Nissan LEAF can be charged up to 80% of its full capacity in just under 30 minutes using a quick charger. Charging at home through a 200V outlet will take about eight hours. 

Connected Mobility (Zero-emission exclusive IT system)
Equipped with an exclusive IT system, Nissan LEAF is connected to a global data centre. The system can provide support, information and entertainment for drivers 24 hours. The mounted monitor displays Nissan LEAF’s remaining power or rechargable area, in addition to showing a selection of nearby charging stations. An onboard remote-controlled timer an also be pre-programmed to recharge batteries. 

Distinctive design
Nissan LEAF’s frontal styling is characterised by a short, upbright V-shaped design, featuring long, up-slanting headlights that use light emitting diode (LED) illumination. Through bright trim colours inside, Nissan LEAF creates a pleasing and stylish cabin. An environment-friendly blue earth colour theme originates from the Aqua Globe body colour.  

“Nissan leads the industry by being the first automaker to offer an affordable zero-emission car. It’s a pure electric vehicle, with no tailpipe emissions and very low running costs. Nissan LEAF may look similar to a compact family car, but its smoothness, acceleration and handling will surprise and impress drivers and passengers alike,” said Simon Thomas, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Nissan International SA.

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