2013 Nissan Leaf, now with more autonomy

The new Nissan Leaf arrives at the Geneva Motor Show. Unlike other models updates in this case do not expect cosmetic changes because there are none. All changes are technical and designed to adapt to European tastes Leaf and especially to improve their autonomy.

The biggest change focuses on the enhanced autonomy, reduced from 174 km to about 200 km (198 km, exactly). Has been achieved, in part, thanks to a new heating improves battery performance in cold climates. Optionally, in addition, may equip the Nissan Leaf with a 6.6 kW charger that reduces recharge time 8-4 hours in a 32 amp socket. Other changes affect the front luggage compartment is now bigger thanks to the new location of the charger, and the chassis has been tuned for Europe.

From 2013, the Nissan Leaf will also be manufactured in Europe, the British plant in Sunderland. With these changes, Nissan wants to revive the Leaf. Despite already having sold 50,000 units, is far from original estimates of Nissan. The funny thing of note is that Nissan press implicitly recognizes that the main obstacle to the sale of electric cars is the famous anxiedad limited autonomy that produces cars of this type and, above all, the lack of infrastructure to recharge the batteries.

In 15 paragraphs of the press note, Nissan tells us of increased infrastructure of charging points (some paid by Nissan), as well as lessons learned and advice forums Leaf users how to get the most out autonomy, driving tips, etc.. In short, the electric car advocate per se, but to dedicate five lines Leaf.