The Nissan Leaf was awarded World Car of the Year 2011. While the manufacturer is a leader at the Show New York 2011 even with the sports version Leaf RC Nissan Nismo its Electric CarThe model that has somehow given a decisive push to the market of cars batteries triumphed over fierce competition consists of another 39 cars from around the world. The final award has seen the participation, in addition to Nissan Leaf, the Audi A8 and BMW 5 Series. The award is in addition to that of European Cars won earlier this year.
«Nissan Leaf is the gateway to a bold new world of electric Nissan - So the prize jury said his choice - This sedan with five seats and five-door is the world's first electric car produced with the aim of selling on a large scale. Installed on a single platform, the Lithium ion batteries and electric motor of Leaf produce 108 hp and 280 Nm of Maximum torque».
The 2011 is an important year for electric cars. In addition to Nissan LeafThe Chevrolet Volt was chosen as Car of the Year in North America due to its technology plug-in hybrid making it a 'extended-range electric car.
"With a 'autonomy over 160 km - Said the jury - Nissan has a Leaf 'acceleration 0 to 100 km / h in 11.5 seconds and a maximum speed of 145 km / h. The charging requires 8 hours with a standard household outlet to 220-240 V. While driving the car produces zero emissions and, thanks to low center of gravity provides excellent handling in curves, without understeer. It seems to drive a regular car, but quiet ".
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