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Further commonize and modularize core EV and e-POWER components, with the goal of reducing the cost of e-POWER to that of ICE vehicles by 2026

A new-gen EV platform that delivers a roomy, flat-floored cabin and responsive handling

e-POWER 4WD is an electric 4WD system that generates electricity with the engine and drives the four wheels with two high-output motors.

An innovative synthetic leather which feels just like nappa leather

High-quality battery technology that dramatically boosts the performance of EVs

Nissan develops automated collision-avoidance system, a fundamental technology for reducing traffic accidents and autonomous driving

Working together with towns and people to solve local transport and energy issues through innovation

Free control of the vehicle’s speed with just the accelerator pedal

Efficient, fixed-point operation is achieved by restricting the engine's operating range, which is only possible for an engine that is dedicated to electricity generation

Mild Hybrid is a compact hybrid system that improves fuel efficiency by utilizing the energy during deceleration.

Advanced control technology supports the powerful and quiet driving that is characteristic of motor drive

Nissan aims to boost the rover’s driving performance on the tricky lunar surface, through the joint research with JAXA

Innovative manufacturing technologies aim to help company achieve carbon neutrality by 2050

Nissan is advancing driver support technology development, toward the fully autonomous drive of the near future that anyone can use with ease.

Function that maintains the vehicle in a stopped state, even if the driver takes their foot off the brake pedal

Even when another vehicle is in front of you, the high beams will illuminate surrounding areas to improve visibility at night.

You can move your car in and out of a parking spot by operating the Intelligent Key from outside the car

This is a new voice user interface with advanced natural language-understanding technology that enables quick and accurate operation while driving.

Always available updates to the latest features by constantly being connected to the network

You can use the smartphone app to control your vehicle features remotely and confirm the vehicle status anytime anywhere.

Nissan intelligently supports your journey, using various real-time information from departure to arrival

Utilizing EVs as mobile storage batteries and supplying electricity from EVs to homes and society

An advanced Integrated Display Interface coupled with a clean design and easy-to-use operation

ProPILOT, which assists single-lane driving on a highway, is enhanced by the addition of a function that links it to the navigation system, thereby reducing the frequency of the driver’s operations and making the driver more confident and more comfortable.

Nissan aims to realize a seamless and compelling user experience.

Helps detect driver fatigue and alerts the driver when erratic driving occurs

Conveniently activates the opening/closing of the sliding door

Keeps the driver aware of road sign information

e-4ORCE is an electric-drive four-wheel-control system that freely controls driving force via integrated control of the two front and rear high-output motors and brakes.

Providing even better fuel efficiency and quietness by controlling when to generate power.

A lightweight sound isolation material that offers a quiet cabin experience

Driver assistance technology, combining navigated highway driving with hands-off single-lane driving capabilities

The world's first production variable compression ratio engine that simultaneously achieves high efficiency and high power while synchronizing with the driver's intentions

Invisible-to-Visible visualizes real and virtual world information through augmented reality to create the ultimate connected-car experience for drivers and passengers

A fuel cell system that generates electricity from bioethanol to power a vehicle

Assist the driver to avoid a collision with lane changing by detecting vehicles in the blind spot

Assists the driver in avoiding collisions with rearward approaching vehicles when reversing

Assists the driver in avoiding collisions with approaching vehicles and obstacles when reversing

This system displays the vehicle's surroundings as seen from above and around the vehicle to improve parking safety and convenience

Intelligent LI assists drivers to prevent lane departure

Assists drivers in smooth cornering by adjusting power output to the front and rear wheels

Detects sudden movements of a second vehicle ahead in the same lane, alerting the driver of a potential risk of a forward collision

Automatically switches headlights to low beam from high beam and back to reduce driving burden

A Transportation Service for More Freedom of Mobility

Delivers more excitement and driving pleasure by detecting, analyzing and responding to driver's brainwaves in real time

Nissan launched "Seamless Autonomous Mobility (SAM)" system developed with NASA to realize a fully autonomous mobility.

Easy driving using only the accelerator pedal

A parking support system that can automatically control all parking maneuvers at the touch of a button.

High capacity Lithium-ion battery in a lightweight, compact design

Lightweight, compact and high-efficiency powertrain for electric vehicles EVs

e-POWER delivers a responsive and quiet drive like an EV.

Significantly reduces driver stress when driving on highways in several kinds of traffic conditions, making long drives more comfortable and enjoyable

Imagine a whole new driving experience, moving through life with greater confidence, excitement and connection to the world around you. This is Nissan Intelligent Mobility, and it’s already a reality in Nissans you can drive today.

Providing rearview clarity in a variety of conditions

Reducing drag inside the engine and improving fuel consumption and power

Delivers confident cornering

Automatic steering for helping drivers to park

Realizing a more comfortable ride

Achieving smooth braking and cornering

Assists the driver to avoid a collision by detecting vehicles in the blind spot area when changing lanes

When the car enters a curve, the system helps the driver slow down according to the sharpness on the curve.

Lane Departure Warning provides an alert to the driver if they are beginning to leave the traveling lane

Alerting the driver to moving objects around the vehicle

Assists drivers to avoid collisions with vehicles and pedestrians ahead

Helps to prevent accidents caused by applying the wrong pedal

By placing motors adjacent to the wheels, this technology realizes driving more aligned with a driver's wishes.

New steering technology providing intuitive driving

Hybrid system for front-engine rear-wheel-drive vehicles achieving fuel consumption of a compact car with good acceleration

Hybrid vehicle battery for improved acceleration and fuel efficiency

Three-cylinder engine, lightweight, compact and good mileage

Powerful engine with superb fuel efficiency

The characteristic of the EV is that it may be easily charged in parking spaces, whether at home or at work. EVs, which were previously charged by connecting the cable, have evolved even further.

A “fatigue-free” seat for long drives developed in a weightless environment

Assisting starting off on a slope

Convenient function for locking and unlocking door without using key, and also opens trunk

Supporting the spread of hybrid vehicles by reducing size and weight

This IT system communicates information drivers want to know when driving their Nissan LEAF.

Automatically steers to help avoid accidents when a potential collision is detected

Displays left-to-right 180-degree wide view, supporting driver detection of nearby hazards

CVT for the new age, combining environmental and sporty drive performance

CVT reduces emissions, provides "driving pleasure"

The CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) provides smooth and "stepless" ratio changes, unlike conventional transmission systems that use sets of fixed gears.

Headlights automatically turn on during rain or twilight, helping to improve the visibility of your vehicle

The Around View Monitor system shows a bird's-eye view of the vehicle, so the driver can tell at a glance the relationship between the vehicle, parking lines and obstacles. Intuitive images helps guide the driver in smarter parallel and garage parking.

The HR12DDR engine realizes improved fuel consumption compared to regular gasoline engines by reducing the volume of emissions and increasing general engine efficiency.

We have focused on providing a secure and enjoyable driving experience in any road and weather conditions.

This material achieves both high strength and elongation capacity while also reducing vehicle body structure weight

Create a society with virtually zero avoidable traffic accidents

Vehicle initiatives to realize a carbon-neutral society

Nissan's new power steering system provides the natural, smooth feel of a sophisticated conventional hydraulic power steering system while simultaneously improving fuel economy by using electric power instead of drawing power from the engine.

Nissan developed this new suspension technology for full-size SUVs which helps balance on road driving performance and ride comfort with off-road capability.

Scratch Shield is a clearcoat that is more scratch resistant compared with conventional clearcoats, helping a vehicle maintain its new look for a longer period of time. The paint also repairs fine scratches, restoring a vehicle's surface close to its original state. Nissan will continue to expand the adoption of Scratch Shield globally.

Nissan has developed the air-conditioning system to make cabin air quality closer to nature, helping to reduce stress of the drive and passengers.

Maintains a preset distance from the vehicle ahead, reducing the driver's workload

This system helps reduce occupant injuries in rear-end collisions.

Nissan's Intelligent Distance Control helps drivers control the distance between themselves and the vehicle in front. This system help drivers to maintain comfortable driving.

The M9R engine introduced in Europe from 2007, combines all the elements of power, quiet engine, and affordability. This clean diesel engine drastically reduces NOx and PM emission levels.

NISSAN's newly developed Variable Valve Event and Lift (VVEL) system for realizing unprecedented balance of responsiveness and power, fuel efficiency and low emissions.

To build driver confidence, Nissan developed three functions using the VDC system for smooth operations on the behavior.

This system helps improve stability and response at high speed and helps reduce driver's steering workload at low speed.

AFS automatically turns on low beams according to vehicle speed and steer to provide better visibility.

Vehicle components that may come in contact with a pedestrian in a collision are designed to deform or break away easily for better impact energy absorption. This is just one of many approaches Nissan is taking to help reduce pedestrian injuries.

To build the ultimate HCCI engine for low fuel consumption and emissions, Nissan has developed pioneering visual simulation technology that models the engine in minute detail in three dimensions. This greatly assists in precise understanding of the chemical reactions in the combustion process, leading to more efficient engine development.

HCCI is the ultimate combustion method for achieving both CO2 reduction and clean exhaust using auto-ignition of gasoline, as in a diesel engine. Nissan is developing this technology for commercial use.

The innovative "Pop Up Engine Hood" instantly lifts the rear of the engine hood in the event of a pedestrian collision. This helps minimizing impact damage to the pedestrian's head by creating space between the engine hood and the harder parts beneath it.

Nissan has substantially reduced friction between engine parts by developing the first technology in the world to combine a hydrogen-free diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating with special oil.