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In its regular guise, the […]","datePublished":"2017-10-04","dateModified":"2017-10-04","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Nissan-Leaf-Nismo-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Nissan-Leaf-Nismo-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/leaf-nismo-concept\/","about":["HOT HATCH","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":338,"keywords":["Electric Vehicle","nismo","nissan","nissan leaf","Nissan Leaf Nismo"],"articleBody":"The Nissan Leaf is an undisputed leader in the electric vehicle (EV) market.It was the first EV to be mass-produced (in our very own Sunderland no less) and made zero-emission motoring a viable option by offering style, practicality and a genuinely dynamic drive in an affordable hatchback-shaped package for the first time.The second-generation Leaf has just started rolling off the production line, boasting a longer range (now 235 miles) and more potent powertrain.In its regular guise, the new Leaf delivers a bracing drive, thanks to a power output of 110kW – the equivalent of 147bhp – and 320Nm of torque available from the millisecond you touch the accelerator.But what if it had more?! *evil cackle*Yeeeees, car fans are always keen to go one step further and the idea of Nissan\u2019s Nismo division being let loose on the Leaf has been a tantalising prospect for years.And now it has finally happened after Nissan confirmed it will reveal a Leaf Nismo concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show late October.What we knowAny juicy details are being kept under wraps for now, but what we do know is that it will boast a sporty new exterior designed by Nismo, Nissan\u2019s motorsports and in-house tuning division.Nismo\u2019s racing technology has been applied to the car\u2019s body to enhance aerodynamic and create less lift without impacting on the Leaf\u2019s excellent drag coefficient of 0.28.The Leaf Nismo\u2019s nastier nature is highlighted by the dark interior which features Nismo\u2019s signature red accents that combine to create an exciting feel.Performance is heightened by the addition of sport-tuned suspension, high-performance tyres and a custom-tuned computer that delivers instant acceleration at all speeds.In a statement, Nismo says its new concept car \u201ccombines the environmentally friendly character of an electric car with the exciting driving experience that\u2019s always been a hallmark of the Nismo brand\u201d.The Leaf Nismo concept car will make its world premiere at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show on October 25th."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Leaf Nismo concept set for Tokyo debut","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/leaf-nismo-concept\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]