With its new “X in 1” approach, Nissan wants to reduce the development costs of the electric car.
As early as 2026, this could lead to a 30% reduction in development and manufacturing costs, compared to 2019.
Towards more affordable Nissan electric vehicles
It is undeniable, when thinking about buying an electric car, a key factor quickly comes into play: the price. If autonomy can also be a brake on the purchase of a zero emission model, it must be admitted that the price also cools many ardors very quickly.
At Nissan, we intend to reduce the development and manufacturing costs of components for 100% electric engines by around 30%, in order to very quickly increase the competitiveness of electric and e-Power models.
Electric soon at the price of thermal at Nissan
For this, Nissan has developed a new prototype 3-in-1 engine, which modularizes the motor, the inverter and the gearbox. The latter is intended for use in 100% electric vehicles. Another prototype, of the 5-in-1 type, which also modularizes the generator and the gear system, is planned for e-Power vehicles.
Concretely, this sharing and modularization of the main components aims to improve production efficiency, while reducing engine costs by around 30% (compared to 2019).
The builder adds: Nissan aims to achieve price parity between e-Power and internal combustion engine vehicles by 2026. »
But that’s not all ! Indeed, reducing the size and weight of the unit will improve vehicle performance, while minimizing noise and vibration. In addition to its very famous Leaf, the manufacturer Nissan also offers in concessions its new SUV Ariya… which will try to rally the North Pole to the South Pole.
Finally, as part of its long-term vision, called “Nissan Ambition 2030”, the company aims to strengthen its range with no less than 27 new electrified models, including 19 100% electric models, by financial year 2030.
Source : Electrek
14