Nissan gets sporty with launch of Leaf Nismo

Nissan has officially launched a Nismo version of its all-electric Leaf, with the world's best-selling electric car given a sporty makeover that includes new exterior styling and systems tuned for improved performance.

The Leaf Nismo will be available in nine colours including silver, two-tone black and dark grey

Nissan has officially launched the new Nismo version of its hugely popular electric Leaf

The all-new Leaf Nismo is based on the new Nissan Leaf launched last year, which packed a higher capacity battery, more power and a plush new interior.

Nissan also announced last year that it was working on a Nismo concept, to be handled by its in-house tuning and performance arm of the same name. Other Nissan models to have received the Nismo treatment include the Serena, the Note and the GT-R.

The interior has also been given a refresh in the Nissan Leaf Nismo.

The Leaf Nismo sports double-layered wings to improve downforce, a lower centre of gravity, and custom 18-inch aluminium wheels that keep air resistance to a minimum. These rims are wrapped in Nismo's dedicated high-grip tires. The side sills, bumpers, grille and mirrors have also been reimagined, along with new LED day lights and custom rear fog lamps.

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