Pic of 2010 Nissan Leaf

Pic of 2010 Nissan Leaf

The Japanese auto company, Nissan, plans to introduce its latest zero-emission electric car, called the Nissan LEAFat the end of 2010 in Japan, United States, along with Europe. In terms of its performance, the medium-sized hatchback, which accommodates up to five adults, runs by means oflithium ion cells generating the 80 kW (107-hp) electric motor at the maximum torque of 208 lb-ft. In addition, as fully charged, the Nissan LEAF permits the driver to obtain 100 miles and to reach a top speed of 87 mph. One more thing, it will take the driver 8 hours to charge this electric vehicle, and this charging will be conducted on a standard 200V outlet. Nevertheless, users have another choice for DC 50kW quick-charger recharging the battery up to 80 percent in less than 30 minutes.

On the other hand, Nissan hopes to offer 200,000 editions of this model annually by 2012. To be specific, the first pair of units will come in production at the company’s Oppama, Japan, with extra quantity at the plant of Smyrna, Tennessee. Meanwhile, the lithium-ion batteries with the price of $10,000 per car will be introduced in Zama, Japan, with extra quantity proposed for the U.S., UK and Portugal. All in all, this stylish car is planned to go on sale at the cost of $30,000 in the U.S. market.

Article Source: vehicle.ezinemark.com

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