#NIMTourCebu showcases best of all-new Nissan cars, e-Power

MINERVA BC NEWMAN

CEBU CITY—The 3-day Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour Cebu (#NIMTourCebu) showcased the best of All-New Nissan cars featuring the All-New Nissan Livina, All-New Nissan Kicks e-POWER, Terra, Navara, Almera and LEAF, October 7-9 at the Activity Center, Ayala Mall.

Rolando Navarro, general manager of sales said the Great Nissan Day in Cebu is to let the customer experience the Nissan intelligent mobility simulation table and an augmented reality presentation of Nissan’s e-POWER technology and test drive and experience the All-New Nissan Livina, Nissan’s newest offer.

Sherwin Araniego of Nissan Academy in Manila said, Nissan is getting ready for the e-technology future of mobility showcasing its top of the line three variants—the EL, VE and the VL.  All variants come with the Nissan’s proprietary e-POWER system and e-series type of hybrid system.

“Nissan is already preparing for its timeline for electric Nissan to be launched, specifically the LEAF which is 100% electric powered, environmentally-friendly vehicle. Just a matter of time,” Araniego bared as he showed this writer through an augmented reality presentation of the various features of the Kicks e-POWER Nissan and the other Nissan brands on display.

According to Navarro, the All-New Nissan Livina and the Kicks e-POWER are the best features of the Cebu Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour 3.0 and showing how Nissan comes ahead of all-new innovations for its products.

  Let’s meet the Nissan Livina, Kicks e-POWER(based on its promotional kit)

 The Livina is built for space and comfort with it’s crafted comfortable and versatile cabin and configured with a capability of various 7-seat, just the way people need it. The All-New Livina is also equipped with safety technology, it has a 7” touchscreen, 12V sockets, and other user-friendly technology.

It has large glove compartment, under-seat shoe tray and luggage tray organizer.  The Livina has thoughtfully designed spaces for convenience with exceptionally cool front and rear air-conditioners ensure comfort anywhere inside the car.

The Livina comes with 12V power outlets and USB ports so the family can charge while staying connected. Flexible seating arrangements mean everyone can have ample space for every need. The second-row seats are built with fold-flat function for added convenience, while third row seats can be split 50:50 to accommodate bigger luggage.

The Livina has an intelligent key system that allows it to unlock and lock the doors without the need to take it out of your bag and with the push button ignition starts and stops the engine with just a simple press.

ISOFIX System makes it easier to safely fit a child seat to your Livina by using standardized anchor points rather than the conventional seat belt system. SRS airbags offer protection in the event of a collision. These create a cushion between the occupant and the steering wheel, dashboard, windshield, and other surfaces.

 The Kicks e-POWER

e-POWER is a 100% electric motor-driven system that gives high-performance Electric Vehicle-like driving experience. It uses an electric motor to power the wheels and has a gasoline engine that acts as a power generator to charge the battery of the electric motor when needed.

Nissan Kicks e-POWER uses a 100% electric motor-driven system, utilizing the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) technology perfected in the Nissan LEAF, and adds a gasoline engine to charge the high voltage battery pack when necessary.

A system that delivers 100% electric drive at ALL times. Backed by more than 70 years of electric vehicle (EV) heritage, Nissan’s proprietary e-POWER technology offers the driving performance and benefits of an EV yet eliminates the need for plug-in charging.  Say hello to unrivalled driving performance, excitement, and fuel efficiency.

Experience the same thrill as driving a full electric vehicle with the Kicks e-POWER's 100% electric motor-driven system - smooth acceleration and an overall quiet ride.  With an all-electric motor system, the Nissan Kicks e-POWER delivers superior power, compared to other compact SUVs, with its instant acceleration and high torque output.

It has exceptional fuel efficiency with its 22km/L*, one can enjoy approximately 900km** range per full tank dependent on driving conditions. Combined city and highway driving based on UNR101 testing but actual consumption may vary depending on different driving conditions and habits. (Photos: Nissan FB/MBCNewman)