October 07, 2005
Displays include GT-R PROTO and Pivo
electric car concept
TOKYO (Oct. 7, 2005)--Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., will present
a total of eight show vehicles at the upcoming 2005 Tokyo Motor Show,
including five concept cars, that incorporate new and exciting ideas for
models to come. The five concept cars include the "GT-R PROTO," which gives
clear design direction for the next-generation GT-R, "Pivo," an
imaginative, compact electric car, and "Foria," a compact coupe that
combines powerful styling with elegance.
Nissan's exhibit is built around three themes - "Driving Pleasure," "Modern
Living," and "Innovative Technology." "Driving Pleasure" refers to Nissan's
philosophy that all vehicles should be enjoyable to drive no matter what
size or shape. "Modern Living," is a new Nissan concept that stresses
advanced design value in cabins, while "Innovative Technology" refers to
Nissan's emphasis on technologies that meet the needs of customers, while
reducing the burden on the environment.
Overview of Major Exhibits
< Concept Cars >
GT-R PROTO
Ultimate driving pleasure
Provides clear indication of final design direction for the production
model to be launched in 2007
Pivo
User-friendly three-seater commuter with future electric powertrain
technologies
The cabin can be rotated 360 degrees thanks to drive-by-wire
technologies, eliminating the need to reverse
Advanced technologies such as "See-through Pillars" and "Around View
Monitor" help reduce blind spots
New human-machine interface (HMI) "IR commander" allows driver to
control audio and navigation systems and air conditioner by pointing
finger(s) to the dash-mounted infrared camera
The electric powertrain matches the Nissan-developed compact
lithium-ion battery and Super Motor achieving zero emissions and enabling a
compact vehicle packaging
Foria
Compact coupe concept founded on performance, quality, and elegance
Packaged as a rear-drive layout compact 2+2 coupe configuration
The exterior styling combines power and elegance. Also features center
opening B-pillarless doors for easy access to the rear seats
Interior styling reinforces the car's dynamic performance, with accent
on elegance, featuring mechanical instruments and crafted interior
material
Amenio
A multi-people carrier with all-round versatility
One step further for Nissan's "Modern Living" concept
Contrast of relaxing living-room-like interior and functionally
designed cockpit for driving experience
Advanced telematics, including "Earth-browsing" and "Space-browsing"
capabilities
Note inspired by adidas
Note intermixed with culture fashioned by Tokyo's young people
Car plus sportswear fashion for the "Remix Generation"
Projects an atmosphere inspired by multi-sports brand "adidas"
"Wearable" interior and exterior: Users can change the surface
treatment on the front/rear bumpers. Interior fabrics and rubber materials
used on dashboard, door trim, etc.
< Preview Cars >
Wingroad Preview
Stylish and functional compact wagon with versatile space and utility
Bluebird Sylphy Preview
A luxury medium-sized saloon reflecting Nissan's "Modern Living"
concept
Moco Preview
Concept of car as "my best friend"
< Major Technology Exhibits >
X-TRAIL FCV (2005 model) cutaway model
Interactive display on key technologies featured on "Pivo" concept
Environment displays including cutaway models of the new MR20
4-cylinder engine + CVT and renowned VQ35 V6 engine + CVT
Panel display on safety explaining Nissan's "Safety Shield"
approach
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