Second-Gen Nissan Leaf To Be Launched In India In 2019

The second-gen Nissan Leaf, which is expected to come to India in 2019, was based on the Nissan IDS Concept, which was showcased at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. In terms of dimensions, it measures 4,480 mm in length; 1,790 mm in width and 1,540 mm in height with a 2,700 mm wheelbase. Some of its outstanding expected exterior features include Nissan’s typical V-motion grille and LED polishing headlamps in the front; floating roof and two-tone alloy wheels on the side profile and wrap-around taillights in the rear.

The Nissan Leaf is expected to be launched in India by this year

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However, what seems to strike the customers most may be the Nissan Leaf interior. Sitting in the cabin, you can stretch your legs out and relax, thanks to the spacious cabin with amber legroom. Moreover, an array of comfort features ensures a pleasant travel experience for both the driver and the passengers. Such features include but not limited to

• Leather multifunctional three-spoke steering wheel

• Sleeking black shade around the AC control panel

• 7-inch TFT touchscreen unit with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and navigation connectivity

• Armrest

• Door trims

The Nissan Leaf is anticipated to ensure the utmost safety level for the passengers with the standard and advanced safety features as shown in the below table

Regarding the performance, the electric motor which powers the Nissan Leaf can deliver 150 hp against 320 Nm. The current-gen Leaf is also the first-ever EV to experience the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Testing Procedure with a travel range of 168 miles on the Combined Cycle or up to 258 miles in the city per a single charge.

The Nissan Leaf can produce 150 hp against 320 Nm

Being the world top-selling EV, the Nissan Leaf will be offered to only a niche market and help the Japanese auto manufacturer reinforce its position in the Indian EV segment. The vehicle will be imported to India as a CBU unit and cost over Rs 40 lakh (ex-showroom). In India, it will act as a testing EV to help Nissan further understand the performance of EVs under Indian conditions. This would make Nissan’s process of manufacturing EVs with a high level of localization for developing auto markets like India much more easier.

The Nissan Leaf is considered a testing model to prepare for the next EVs which will be highly localized

Despite being highly outstandingly successful in other auto markets like Europe, it remains to be seen whether this EV will record the same success in India, a highly price-conscious market. What do you think about the upcoming Nissan Leaf and its prospects in India? Let us know in the comment section below.

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