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2013 Nissan Leaf will go 25% further, could cost a lot less

Months ago, we heard that the U.S. version of the 2013 Nissan Leaf would go farther per charge in cold weather thanks to a better heater. This was about the Leaf that will be made in Smyrna, Tennessee starting later this year. A new report on Inside EVs (based on the Japanese language Sankei Biz site) says that the new Leaf, at least the version destined for sale in Japan, will have its range extended to over 250 kilometers (155 miles) in any weather.

Of course, since that is on the lenient Japanese test cycle, it doesn't mean that U.S. drivers will get double their range (the Leaf is rated at 73 miles by the EPA). Instead, the new Leaf should get a range improvement of around 25 percent, which would translate to around 91 miles of EPA range, thanks to more efficient motors and better batteries.

More interesting – since we expect incremental improvements with each generation of vehicles, especially when EVs are concerned – is that Nissan is also considering an entry-level Leaf for release by the end of the year. If Sankei Biz is correct, this model would start at 2.5 million yen ($31,500 USD at today's exchange rates) compared to the current version's starting price of 3.7 million yen ($46,600). Inside EVs notes that, "A similar price reduction in North America would price this new base Nissan LEAF at $26,600." Sankei Biz says the updates are coming a year earlier than planned in order to boost sales. A before-incentive price of $26,600 would certainly do that, wouldn't it?

We've asked Nissan for any sort of confirmation or denial of these reports and will update once we hear something.

Source: AutoBlog

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Hard Core Nissan GT-R, 370Z Nismo RS Models Hinted by Exec

At least year’s Tokyo Motor Show, Nismo teased things to come with a Juke Nismo Concept model, and an electric Leaf Nismo model. It appears the performance division of Nissan is going full speed ahead with new Nismo performance models, including more extreme RS versions.

First to arrive on the scene is the previously mentioned and seen Juke Nismo model. While it’s certainly not as cool as the Juke R, it gives the funky crossover some flavor at a much more affordable price. According to Andy Palmer, executive vice president of Nissan, the Nismo variant models will get a 15-percent increase in power with a focus on distinct styling featuring red accents. And of course, suspension and steering will also be fine tuned so drivers can take advantage of the additional horsepower.

So according to Palmer, the Juke Nismo model should have around 215-hp from its 1.6-liter turbocharged power plant. But after the Juke model hits the market, up next will be the Leaf that could see around 125-hp. And instead of red accents, the Leaf will sport blue ones.

What’s most important to us is the fact that the GT-R will be getting a Nismo variant to accompany the already popular Nismo 370Z. What’s even better though is that more extreme RS models will be made for those really wanting extreme performance.

“The RS cars will be much more track-focused. You’ve seen the Juke R, so maybe that would be a good place to start,” Palmer said.

Of course Palmer wouldn’t confirm that a GT-R RS and 370Z RS would be hitting the streets anytime soon, but we would be very surprised if Nissan’s flagship sports cars didn’t receive the treatment. The next-generation 370Z in 2014 could see the Nismo 370Z RS model.

Source: AutoGuide