e-NV200 – Automobiles Review

Nissan ships first all-electric taxis to Barcelona and Madrid

The Japanese auto maker Nissan has delivered the first all-electric taxis to the Spanish cities of Madrid and Barcelona. The introduction of the new Nissan electric vehicles means that these two cities will enjoy emission-free and quiet transportation from now on.

The vehicles delivered to Barcelona are e-NV200 units and they are the first step in the execution of an agreement between Nissan, the city of Barcelona and the Barcelona metropolitan area. An interesting fact is that the Nissan e-NV200 van is built in Barcelona as well. The delivery of the first electric taxis to Barcelona has taken place at the Expo-electric Formula-e event, which is one of the most important meetings on sustainable mobility in Europe.

Jean-Pierre Diernaz, Director of Electric Vehicles for Nissan Europe, welcomed the news, commenting: “Declining air quality levels are a top concern across Europe and it’s great to see Madrid and Barcelona taking such positive steps in improving air quality through the incorporation of Nissan’s all-electric cars into their taxi fleets. These taxi bring a huge benefit not only for residents but also for the drivers – thanks to the ultra-low running costs only an electric car can offer. This scheme demonstrates that sustainable transportation is easy and affordable for everyone.”

Madrid has received its first Nissan LEAF taxi, which is the best selling electric vehicle in the world with more than 142 000 units sold globally. The official delivery has taken place at Puerta del Sol in Madrid, where “Zero KM” – the measuring starting point of all Spanish roads – is located. Antonio Berzal Prieto, the first 100% electric taxi driver in Madrid to choose electric technology for his business, declared “When I heard that the Nissan LEAF had been approved as a taxi for the city, I quickly looked into all the options it offered me. In addition to the environmental benefits, the costs of ownership are highly competitive and the car’s performance is excellent.”

Source: Nissan

October 22, 2014

2014 Nissan e-NV200 – Price and Specs

Nissan has announced the pricing of the revolutionary e-NV200 – the 100% electric van that will change the LCV market forever. The model combines the exceptional all-round capability and versatility.

It will hit the market in July in both panel van and five-seat combi form, and in two distinct trim levels, the groundbreaking newcomer offers exceptional running cost savings over a conventional diesel van, making it an unbeatable proposition for businesses large and small.

The all-electric e-NV200 van Acenta is priced from just £16,562, while the combi is priced at £22,859. Meanwhile, those choosing the Flex option, with monthly battery rental starting from £61 per month will see their initial outlay (incorporating PiVG/PiCG) on the same Acenta level van and combi fall to just £13,393 and £17,855 respectively.

e-NV200 drivers can expect to benefit from up to £2,500 of fuel savings with the vehicle costing 2 pence per mile, while maintenance costs will be reduced by £575 based on servicing, parts and wear and tear.

Standard equipment includes luggage slide hook (slide type) & parcel tray, full metal partition with window, 2 speaker CD/FM audio system with MP3/iPod compatibility, rear view camera, steel spare wheel, cable Mode3 32A T2, electric door mirrors, 15” steel wheels, ABS/VDC, iKEY, front power windows, 2 side sliding doors, french back doors with panel and x2 speakers.

Full Pricing

		FLEX (BUY – LEASE)**		BUY – BUY
	GRADE	OTR w/ GRANT	OTR w/o GRANT	OTR w/ GRANT	OTR w/o GRANT
VAN	ACENTA	£13,393	£17,605	£16,562.20	£21,775
	ACENTA RAPID	£14,259.40	£18,745	£17,428.60	£22,915
	ACENTA RAPID PLUS	£14,681.20	£19,300	£17,850.40	£23,470
	TEKNA RAPID	£15,733.80	£20,685	£18,903.00	£24,855
	TEKNA RAPID PLUS	£16,155.60	£21,240	£19,324.80	£25,410

COMBI 5 SEATS	ACENTA	£17,855	£22,855	£22,859	£27,859
	ACENTA RAPID PLUS	£19,349	£24,350	£24,353	£29,353
	TEKNA RAPID	£20,639	£25,640	£25,643	£30,643
	TEKNA RAPID PLUS	£21,305	£26,305	£26,309	£31,309

OTR for VAN excludes VAT, includes First reg. fee of £55

OTR for COMBI includes VAT, includes First reg fee of £55

Incentive for VAN (PiVG) is 20% up to a maximum of £8,000

Incentive for COMBI (PiCG) is 20% up to a maximum of £5,000

* Above figures are based on prices as of May 2014 and calculated for a utilisation period of 4 years and 9,375 miles per year.

**Subject to monthly battery rental starting at £61 per month

Battery Lease Grid

	Mileage/year
Contract term	< 6,000	9,000	12,000	15,000
36 months+	£61.00	£63.00	£75.00	£88.00
24 months	£70.00	£72.00	£84.00	£97.00
12 months	£79.00	£81.00	£93.00	£106.00

Equipment summary (Van)

Acenta:

Luggage slide hook (slide type) & parcel tray
Full metal partition with window
2 speaker CD/FM audio system with MP3/iPod compatibility
Rear view camera
Steel spare wheel
Cable Mode3 32A T2
Electric door mirrors
15” steel wheels
ABS/VDC
iKEY
Front power windows
2 side sliding doors
French back doors with panel
x2 speakers

Acenta Rapid (additional features over Acenta)

Rapid charging

Acenta Rapid Plus (additional features over Acenta Rapid)

Fast Charging (6.6kW on-board)

Tekna Rapid (additional features over Acenta Rapid Plus)

Carwings
Cruise control
Safety pack
Full airbag pack
Multifunctional steering wheel
Luggage floor protector (standard)
x4 speakers
15” alloy wheels
Coloured bumpers

Available Options Across Grades (excl VAT)

	OPTIONS	PRICES (EXCL. VAT)
(1)	Safety Pack	£360
	− Front fog lamps
	− Passenger airbag
(2)	Cold pack	£130
	− Heated front seats
	− Heated steering wheel
	− Heated door mirrors
	− Electric door mirrors
(3)	Fast (6.6kW) charging	£555
(4)	Glazed French rear doors	£150
(5)	NissanConnect navigation system	£500
(6)	Air conditioning	£450
(7)	Full mesh partition	£130

Equipment summary (5-seat combi)

Acenta:

Luggage floor trim
x2 speakers
Cruise control
Driver adjustable speed limiter
CD/FM audio system with MP3/iPod compatibility
Rear view camera
Air conditioning
Steel spare wheel
Cable Mode3 32A T2
Electric doors mirrors
Coloured bumpers
15” steel wheels
ABS/VDC
i-KEY
Front power windows
TPMS (Tire pressure monitoring system)
2 side sliding doors
Back door with Tailgate
2nd row bench (Folding + ISOFIX)
Green tinted glass (2nd row)
Rear window defroster with wiper
Full Airbag pack (Side + curtain + passenger airbags)

Acenta Rapid Plus (additional features over Acenta)

Rapid charging
Fast Charging (6.6kW on-board)

Tekna Rapid (additional features over Acenta Rapid Plus)

Carwings
Cruise control
Safety pack
French back doors with panel
Multifunctional steering wheel
Luggage floor protector (standard)
x4 speakers
15” alloy wheels

Tekna Rapid Plus (additional features over Tekna Rapid)

Fast Charging (6.6kW on-board)

Available Options Across Grades (excl VAT)

	OPTIONS	PRICES (EXCL. VAT)
(1)	Cold pack	£130
	− Heated front seats
	− Heated steering wheel
	− Heated door mirrors
	− Electric door mirrors
(2)	Rapid charging	£1,270
	(ACENTA only)
(3)	Fast (6.6kW) charging	£555
(4)	Sliding 2nd row windows	£90
(5)	NissanConnect navigation system	£500
(6)	Air conditioning	£450
(7)	Front fog lamps	£140

Source: Nissan

May 20, 2014

2014 Brings A Redesigned Nissan NV200 London Taxi

2014-Nissan-EV200-London-Taxi-shadow Well then, this NV200 is Nissan‘s take on the London cab concept, and does it look scary or what? Shouldn’t act so surprised really, since this is not the first time Nissan has tried to pass a van for a London taxi. In fact, they’ve been doing it around the world. Must be a response to the global obesity crisis. It’s the looks that really have the most shock value.

Obviously, there’s a London cab (Hackney Carriage) tribute lingering in there, but it just sends shivers down our spines and not in a good way. It’s creepy – round headlights and a smiley new grill. As close as something inanimate comes human likeness, the more anxiety it causes in people. Not our words, look it up. It’s called the “uncanny valley” hypothesis. Science!

What’s more fascinating is that it’s also a bland, soulless NV200. The plan is to put it on the streets at the end of this year with a 1.6-liter petrol engine in it, which is supposed to be “far cleaner, with lower levels of NOx and particulates” when compared to the current diesel London Hackneys. Official, though not final, estimations point to 10mg/km of NOx emissions and 1.0mg/km of particles. Again, not surprising for a petrol. It’s won’t be particularly punchy as well, with 115 hp under the bonnet and a tiny bit more than that in lb-ft torque. Alternatively there will be an all-electric version called the e-NV200. It will arrive in the UK at some point in 2015 – silent and creepy.

Source: Nissan

January 6, 2014

Nissan e-NV200 and NV200 London Taxi at the Commercial Vehicle Show

Nissan is going to present two new vehicles at the 13^th annual Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC Birmingham. The e-NV200 and NV200 London Taxi will make their official debut.

The e-NV200, Nissan’s first 100% electric van will make its UK debut at the show. It has already won praise with fleet operators for zero CO₂ at the point of use, driving comfort and generous carrying capacity and payload.

With prices at the pump continuing to rise, one of the biggest benefits of the eNV200 will be the long term cost savings that can be made by charging the van with electricity rather than filling up with diesel.

The NV200 Taxi has been modified to accommodate a wheel chair passenger and achieve a 25ft (7.6m) turning-circle – a legal requirement for all Hackney Carriages.

Built in response to strong fleet and business demand, the new and highly affordable entry-level version of the popular Navara double cab pick-up will be exhibited on the Nissan stand. The Navara Visia has been carefully developed to offer operators a practical, robust and capable pick-up at a price that’s in tune with the times.

“We’re looking forward to showing the eNV200 to the public and offering a glimpse into the future of vans and their potential low running costs. Fleets that have recently tested the eNV200 have given us excellent feedback and we’re now excited to see the response from the public.”, commented Jon Pollock, Nissan GB corporate sales director.

“Since we will not only be featuring the eNV200 and NV200 London Taxi in the UK for the first time but also showcasing one of the widest ranges of available commercial vehicles of any manufacturer present, we’re confident Nissan will have one of the most exciting stands at the show.”, he finished.

Source: Nissan

March 18, 2013

Nissan e-NV200 Panel Van Concept at the Hanover Motor Show

Nissan will exhibit the e-NV200 Panel Van concept at the 2012 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hanover, Germany. The manufacturer didn’t release any certain information, about their new electric car.

However, it is likely to have an electric motor with 109HP (80 kW) and 280Nm (207 lb-ft) of torque, and a lithium-ion battery for the charge.

The company has already announced that the new 2013 e-NV200 Panel Van will actually hit the market in the end of this year. They also claim, that it will have similar driving range to the LEAF.

Stay tuned!

Source: Nissan

September 11, 2012

Nissan e-NV200 Concept

Nissan has revealed the e-NV200 Concept, which will makes its official debut at the 2012 North American Auto Show in Detroit. The vehicle is based on the popular Nissan NV200 multi-usage vehicle and features a full electric drivetrain.

“With its ‘no gas, no tailpipe, no emissions’ powertrain, the Nissan e-NV200 Concept combines a quiet, comfortable driving experience with a large, highly versatile, functional interior space within a compact overall body length,” commented Hideto Murakami, corporate vice president, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

“A potential game changing vehicle in its segment, the battery capacity will support a driving range similar to the Nissan LEAF, while payload and cargo space will offer the same level as the current NV200. The production version would be targeted mainly at businesses, but also at private users or families in major regions.”, he added.

The Nissan e-NV200 Concept shares its major drivetrain components with the innovative Nissan LEAF. The e-NV200 includes an 80kW AC synchronous motor that generates 280Nm of torque.
Silent, zero emission power is supplied by a lithium-ion battery composed of 48 compact modules and a high-response 109 PS (80kW) AC synchronous motor that generates 280Nm of torque. Unlike a conventional internal combustion engine, the motor delivers 100% of its torque from start with immediate response bringing excellent acceleration and smooth, comfortable driving feel.

And, like the Nissan LEAF, the Nissan e-NV200 Concept offers a highly responsive, fun-to-drive experience that is in keeping with what consumers have come to expect from traditional, gasoline-powered vehicles. In line with the Nissan LEAF, the Nissan e-NV200 Concept offers excellent projected fuel economy – a critical factor for commercial vehicle operators.

Source: Nissan

January 9, 2012

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Nissan ships first all-electric taxis to Barcelona and Madrid

2014 Nissan e-NV200 – Price and Specs

2014 Brings A Redesigned Nissan NV200 London Taxi

Nissan e-NV200 and NV200 London Taxi at the Commercial Vehicle Show

Nissan e-NV200 Panel Van Concept at the Hanover Motor Show

Nissan e-NV200 Concept