A new-look LEAF is set to arrive in Australia in August, with Nissan’s EV receiving styling and technology updates for the 2023 model year, while continuing to offer a two-model line-up – the LEAF and the LEAF e+.

Key styling changes include new badging, a revised front grille, and a darkened headlight finisher. A new 17-inch alloy wheel design, a new rear diffuser, and sporty-looking rear spoiler and side sills complete the exterior design changes.

The new LEAF will feature Canto sound – an audible safety feature that is designed to be heard, but not alarm, those outside the vehicle,. Activated at speeds of less than 30km/h, the Canto sound varies in pitch when the vehicle is accelerating, slowing, or reversing, helping to alert other road users safe without disturbing the vehicle’s occupants.

The LEAF also features a Smart Rear-View Mirror, which pairs with a camera installed at the vehicle’s rear. Drivers can switch between the standard mirror and the digital view at the push of a button.

The new equipment joins the LEAF’s extensive existing safety functions, including Intelligent Cruise Control, front, front-side and side-curtain airbags, front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree Around-View Monitor with Moving Object Detection, and AEB with Pedestrian Detection.

The Nissan LEAF range will continue to be offered with two battery configurations.

The Nissan LEAF model offers a driving range of 270km, delivers 110kW and 320Nm, and can sprint to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds. It is available for $50,900 (MSRP). The Nissan LEAF e+ offers 385km of range, delivers 160kW and 340Nm, and reach 100km/h in 6.9 seconds. It is available for $61,490 (MSRP).

Source: Motor Trader e-Magazine (May 2022) 

13 May 2022