Nissan has unveiled an updated version of its electric Leaf, which features an improved range and a number of styling tweaks.
The new Leaf's longer range is due to a variety of factors, the most noticeable of which is a new grille which reduces the Leaf's drag coefficient from 0.29 to 0.28. Nissan has also improved the Leaf's drivetrain by reducing internal friction and tweaking the car's battery and engine management systems.
A new, more efficient, heating system also helps improve range, as does a new 'B' setting on the transmission, which increases regenerative braking under deceleration.
The upshot of these tweaks is that, while the old Leaf would be out of juice after 109 miles, the new model should be good for 124.
By moving the Leaf's charger from the rear of the car to under the bonnet, Nissan has managed to boost luggage area by 40-litres, giving an overall boot capacity of 37-litres.
Buyers will also be able to choose an optional fast-charger which cuts recharge times from eight hours to four.
Although official pricing details have yet to be released, the addition of a new basic Visia trim to the model range should bring the entry price for the Leaf down to around £20,000, including the £5,000 government grant.
Production will begin at Nissan's Sunderland plant in June.
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