Today, Nissan Canada announced the Canadian debut of the advanced, all-electric Nissan e-NV200 Concept at the 2012 Canadian International Auto Show (CIAS) in Toronto, one of several all-electric vehicles set to join the Nissan LEAF in dealerships in the coming years. Equally innovative, but on the other end of the automotive spectrum, the 2013 Nissan GT-R will make its Canadian debut in Toronto featuring some impressive enhancements under the hood.
“Innovation is our guiding principle at Nissan and our two premieres at the 2012 Canadian International Auto Show represent our dedication to offer exciting and sustainable mobility options to all types of Canadian drivers,” said Judy Wheeler, Director of Marketing at Nissan Canada Inc. “With its standout design and ‘no gas, no tailpipe, no emissions’ powertrain, the e-NV200 Concept is set to revitalize the van segment, while the latest modifications to Nissan’s legendary GT-R further pronounce that this sports car offers the best value in its class.”
In 2011, Nissan entered the commercial vehicle segment in Canada in a big way with the launch of the Nissan NV commercial van supported by a network of Nissan Commercial Vehicle dealers across the country. The fully-electric Nissan e-NV200 Concept provides a glimpse into a near-future production version of the van designed to provide businesses with flexible, roomy interior space, while achieving a dramatic CO2 footprint reduction.
Based on the Nissan NV200 which was selected as New York City’s “Taxi of Tomorrow”, combined with the Nissan LEAF’s advanced, all-electric powertrain, the e-NV200 is positioned to shake up the segment when it goes into production in 2014.
Also gracing the show floor is Nissan’s legendary flagship sports car– the Nissan GT-R. For model year 2013, the Nissan GT-R receives a number of engine and suspension enhancements, all designed to enhance its already iconic performance. The major refinements include: improved intake efficiency, reduced airflow resistance including an enlarged air intake duct for the intercooler, improved exhaust emissions efficiency and enhanced control. The 3.8-litre twin turbo V6 engine continues to be hand-assembled in a special clean room, and its efficiency was improved with horsepower up to 545 hp and torque 463 lb-ft. The 2013 Nissan GT-R is offered in two models – the new Nissan GT-R Premium and the Nissan GT-R Black Edition sporting special lightweight black aluminum forged RAYS® wheels, unique read and black interior, Recaro® leather-appointed seats and a new dry carbon fibre rear spoiler
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