Nissan’s new electric car, the Leaf, will be sold in Ireland as a complete unit including the battery, which means there will be no hidden separate monthly battery leasing charges.There is an array of other Government incentives, both fiscal and non-fiscal, currently under review that may further defray the costs and increase the benefits of owning and charging a Nissan Leaf in Ireland – these combined with the ESB’s commitment to install home charging points free of charge to the first 2,000 electric vehicle customers makes the Leaf a really tempting option for the first people to reserve a car.

Maintenance costs on the Leaf will also be lower as there are fewer moving parts. And average annual running costs for Leaf are expected to be about twenty euros per month. Nissan says Leaf customers can expect to save 80 per cent on running costs compared to traditional vehicles.

Innovative smart phone connectivity will allow an owner to control many elements of the Leaf’s functions remotely – including tell the car when to re-charge, to heat or cool the inside of the auto before starting a trip and many more remarkable features.

The satellite navigation on the Leaf can connect directly to a global data center via the telematics system giving owners updates on charging points, driving patterns, etc.

Power comes from the 80kw AC motor which develops 280Nm of torque, enough for a maximum speed of more than 140km/h. Thanks to the near instant response from its eighty kw electric motor, Nissan Leaf offers startling performance from a standstill. Furthermore, this performance is delivered in near silence with no vibrations.

The electric motor is “fuelled” by a laminated lithium-ion battery with a power output of more than 90 kw. The 48 module battery is mounted under the seats and floor of the Nissan Leaf, ensuring a low centre of gravity for near roll free cornering with excellent ride quality. The battery is produced by the Automotive Energy Supply Corporation, Nissan’s joint venture with electronics maker NEC.

A full charge delivers a potential range of 160km which research indicates will satisfy the daily driving demands of most customers. Global research indicates that the average daily mileage for 80 per cent of the world’s population is below 100km .. look at some Nissans here , Used Nissan Cars For sale Carlow To get a better deal

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