(September 6, 2017) LAS VEGAS — The all-new Nissan Leaf sets a new standard in the growing market for mainstream electric vehicles by offering customers greater range (150 miles), advanced technologies and a dynamic new design. Drivers will feel more confident, excited and connected thanks to the new Nissan Leaf's ProPILOT Assist driver assistance technology, e-Pedal, increased power and range, and improved refinement, comfort and convenience.

The new, zero-emission Nissan Leaf embodies Nissan Intelligent Mobility, the company’s approach to changing the way cars are driven, powered and integrated into society. The three key aspects of Nissan Intelligent Mobility exemplified by the new Nissan Leaf are Nissan Intelligent Driving, Nissan Intelligent Power and Nissan Intelligent Integration.

Headlining the new Leaf’s Nissan Intelligent Driving technology are ProPILOT Assist, e-Pedal and the company’s heralded Nissan Safety Shield. ProPILOT Assist is a single-lane driving assistance technology. Once activated, it can automatically control the distance to the vehicle in front, using a speed preset by the driver (between about 18 mph and 62 mph).



It can also help the driver steer and keep the vehicle centered in its lane. If the car in front stops, the ProPILOT Assist system will automatically apply the brakes to bring the vehicle to a full stop if necessary. After coming to a full stop, the vehicle can remain in place even if the driver's foot is off the brake. If traffic restarts, the car will resume driving when the driver touches the switch again or lightly presses the accelerator to activate ProPILOT. All these functions can significantly reduce stress when driving on the highway in both heavy and flowing traffic.

Another innovation that enhances the Leaf’s driving experience is the e-Pedal, which is offered as standard equipment on all grade levels. It allows the driver the simplicity of accelerating, decelerating and stopping the car by using the accelerator pedal alone — a revolutionary innovation that can change the way people drive.

By simply releasing the accelerator, the Leaf will come to a smooth and complete stop without the need to press the brake pedal. With a deceleration rate of up to 0.2g, the e-Pedal eliminates the need for drivers to constantly move their foot from the accelerator to the brake pedal to slow down or stop. This helps reduce fatigue and increase enjoyment.

The focal point of Nissan Intelligent Power in the new Leaf is the e-powertrain, which offers improved energy efficiency and increased torque and power output. The new e-powertrain delivers a linear driving performance with a power output of 147 horsepower, 38 percent more than the previous-generation Leaf. Torque has been increased 26 percent to 236 lb-ft, resulting in improved acceleration.

Existing Leaf drivers already enjoy the instant response and linearity of performance as they navigate the city. The new Leaf’s improved acceleration will boost enjoyment even further. Even with the additional power output, the new Leaf’s driving range has been increased. The car’s new lithium-ion battery pack delivers an estimated range of 150 miles, which should satisfy the daily driving needs of the majority of Leaf owners.

The new battery design adds energy-storage capacity without increasing the size. The battery pack occupies the exact same dimensions as that of the previous-generation Leaf. The individual cell structure of the laminated lithium-ion battery cells has been improved, representing a 67 percent increase in energy density versus the original 2010 Leaf model.

Another key engineering improvement for the lithium-ion battery pack is the use of enhanced electrode materials with revised chemistry, resulting in higher power density while contributing to greater battery durability upon charge and discharge.

For those who want more excitement and performance, Nissan will also offer a new higher power, longer range version at a higher price for the 2019 model year.

The new Leaf goes on sale Oct. 2 in Japan. It is slated for deliveries in the U.S., Canada and Europe in early 2018. It will be sold in more than 60 markets worldwide.