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October 16, 2000 Overview of Nissan's Exhibits at the 34th Tokyo Motor Show -- Commercial Vehicles
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 AD VAN |
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 Elgrand Jumbo Taxi (ITS Concept Car) |
 Cedric Sedan LV Taxi (with a swivel rear seat) |
Overview of Exhibits
<Major Vehicle Exhibits>
- AD Van (gasoline- and LPG-fueled vehicles and a CNGV cutaway body exhibit)
Executed in a stylish design exuding a fresh sensation, this small commercial
van provides outstanding driver comfort. The AD Van pursues thoroughgoing practicality
in terms of payload capacity, economy, driveability, environmental friendliness
and safety.
1. A wide selection of power unit variations and featuring the new-generation
M&S class platform
The AD Van is offered with a wide selection of power unit variations, including
the NEO QG15DE gasoline engine that combines low fuel consumption with exceptional
driving comfort, the QG18DEN engine (CNG fuel injection system) that features
low nitrogen oxide (NOx) and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, and an LPG model
that operates cleanly and economically on liquefied petroleum gas as an alternative
fuel.
The E-ATx 4-speed automatic transmission, incorporating the E-Flow Torque Converter
that enhances power transmission efficiency, has been adopted to provide smooth
shifting and response together with extraordinarily low fuel consumption.
The AD Van is built on Nissan's new-generation M&S class platform to which
parts for securing the performance required of a commercial van have been added.
The body has been effectively reinforced on the basis of extensive computer
analyses, resulting in greater body stiffness and a flat, firm, comfortable
ride.
2. Functional, high-quality interior
The design from the instrument panel surface to the center console box is rendered
in a graceful incline to project an image of high quality. Numerous storage
pockets are also provided for enhanced convenience.
Other features contributing to the fine quality of the interior include the
attractive molded trim of the front and rear doors and the handsome front-seat
fabric.
Various "green interior" appointments have also been adopted to create
a highly comfortable cabin. Among other items, these include an antibacterial
treatment on the steering wheel, shift lever knob and parking brake lever as
well as optional privacy glass.
The driver's side power window incorporates a mechanism for preventing fingers
or an arm from being caught during one-touch operation by automatically reversing
the direction and lowering the window.
3. Driving ease and outstanding payload capacity
The control switches in the center cluster are functionally laid out for superior
ease of operation.
The hip point in the front seats has been set at a suitable height to ensure
a comfortable driving posture with excellent visibility and to enhance ingress/egress
ease. Excellent rear-seat comfort has also been achieved by providing greater
knee room, among other considerations.
A minimum turning radius of 4.6 meters (2WD gasoline-fueled model) is one of
the features contributing to agile maneuverability.
Wheelhouses in the cargo bay have been designed with a flat upper surface to
reduce their intrusion, creating greater space for hauling voluminous cargo
conveniently and efficiently.
4. Environmental friendliness and high-level safety
(1) Environmental friendliness
The gasoline-fueled model adopts a newly developed catalyst and other technologies
for a substantial reduction of carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbon (HC) and NOx
emissions. Not only does this AD Van model comply with Japan's 2000 exhaust
emission standards enforced in October, it reduces NOx and HC emissions by an
additional 25% from the regulation levels. This model also complies with the
exhaust emission standards of the designated low-pollution vehicle system adopted
by seven Kanto prefectures and cities and with those of the designated low-NOx
vehicle system adopted by six prefectures and cities in the Kyoto-Osaka-Kobe
district. In addition, it also meets the guidelines specified in the Japanese
government's "recommended list of product specifications and materials
having minimal environmental impact."
The AD Van CNGV has been certified as achieving the cleanest exhaust emission
level specified under the low-emission vehicle certification system inaugurated
by the Ministry of Transport in April. Moreover, it provides a driving range
of approximately 275 km *1, which ranks at the top of the small van class. This
CNGV delivers power performance and driveability on a par with its gasoline-fueled
counterparts.
An LPG-fueled version that provides superior economy and clean exhaust emissions,
including a low NOx level, will also be displayed as a reference model.
*1Based on Nissan's test data
(2) High-level safety
The adoption of the high-strength Zone Body construction enabled the AD Van
to secure the top safety rating of AAA for both the driver's seat and the front
passenger's seat in full overlap frontal collision tests conducted under the
Ministry of Transport's New Car Assessment Program in FY 1999. Those tests were
carried out with the cooperation of the National Organization for Automotive
Safety and Victims' Aid.
- Elgrand Jumbo Taxi (ITS Concept Car)
This ITS taxi is designed to provide true "hospitality" through its
wealth of ITS technologies, centered on Compasslink *2, and the addition of various
services planned for the future. Its dedicated wide body and high roof create
a spacious interior, and the vehicle also delivers powerful performance in all
speed ranges with a feeling of ample power in reserve.
*2Compasslink provides a variety of information services to drivers through the use of a car navigation system and a cellular phone. Further information about Compasslink is given under "Major Technology Exhibits."
1. ITS features for complete customer satisfaction
(1) Future Compasslink customer services
Operators capable of handling customer requests in foreign languages will be stationed at the Compasslink Information Center to respond to customers in their native languages. This will enable even customers who are unfamiliar with Japanese to use Compasslink services.(2) Provision of customer hospitality through ITS features
Information on optimum route choices will be provided to match customers' wishes, such as a cost-priority route or a travel time-priority route, taking into consideration traffic conditions and other factors.
Flexible information services will be offered, including a travel guide service that tailors information to customers' preferences.
Up-to-the-minute information will be provided, such as restaurant information that includes the latest prices and details on items available only for a limited time.
A front-seat cabinet is equipped with audio and video ports to which a video camera can be connected for on-the-sport viewing of images taken during pleasure or business trips.
A 15.2-inch monitor is fitted in the rear-seat area for passengers to enjoy watching DVD movies or TV broadcasts on a large screen with greater impact.
A 5.1-channel surround sound system is also provided for the enjoyment of DVD sources with concert hall-like sound quality.
2. A cockpit for comfortable driving with little fatigue even on long journeys
Instruments and control switches are designed and laid out for superior visibility
and operating ease. The cockpit enables the driver to enjoy comfortable driving
with little fatigue even after long hours on the road.
A large 10.4-inch front-seat monitor has been adopted for better visibility
and easier operation, enabling drivers to obtain navigation and other information
more reliably.
3. Luggage area with ample storage capacity
The large luggage area boasts ample storage capacity, readily accommodating
even tall items such as golf bags.
4. Comfortable, relaxing interior ambience
In addition to the dedicated wide body and high roof, separate seats with armrests
and a reclining seatback are among the host of items adopted to create a comfortable,
relaxing interior ambience.
5. Pleasing and powerful driving performance with ample power in reserve
The VG33E engine delivers powerful driving performance in all speed ranges with
ample power to spare, thanks in large part to its optimized valve timing. Its
wider torque band at low to intermediate speeds provides excellent start-off
and passing acceleration for distinctly pleasing driving performance.
- Cedric Sedan LV Taxi (with swivel rear seat)
This LV taxi is designed for easy accessibility by senior citizens, persons
with disabilities and others who experience difficulty in entering and exiting
vehicles.
1. Effortless ingress/egress
The left-side rear seat turns 90° toward the outside.
The seat turns and also moves outside the vehicle in one continuous action,
thereby substantially reducing the ingress/egress effort of wheelchair users.
Since the motor-driven seat is operated entirely by a single button, it also
greatly reduces the taxi driver's effort.
2. Wheelchair lift for easy chair loading and storage
A motor-driven wheelchair lift is provided for loading a chair, weighing up
to 15 kg, into the trunk for easy storage.
A bumper guard is also provided to prevent the vehicle body from being scratched
during loading.
<Major Technology Exhibits>
- NEO Di ZD30DDTi common-rail direct-injection diesel engine and exhaust
emission control system
The NEO Di ZD30DDTi is a 3.0-liter direct-injection diesel engine that adopts
a 4-valve DOHC design and a variable nozzle turbocharger to provide outstanding
throttle response and high power output. This engine was the winner of the FY
1998 Sho-Ene Taisho (Energy Conservation Center Chairman's Award) under a program
sponsored by the Energy Conservation Center, Japan to commend energy-saving
products.
The combination of direct injection and Nissan's unique Modulated Fire (M-Fire)
combustion system reduces CO2 emissions, achieves superior quietness and simultaneously
suppresses the formation of NOx and black smoke. The latter attributes have
previously been unobtainable with conventional diesel combustion systems.
A newly developed common-rail injection system has been adopted that achieves
higher injection pressure and more accurate fuel injection control. That improvement
works in concert with a cooled EGR system to enhance the benefits of M-Fire
combustion further, resulting in an even cleaner level of engine-out exhaust
emissions.
This superior exhaust emission performance of the ZD30DDTi common-rail diesel
engine is taken to the ultimate level of cleanness by a newly developed aftertreatment
catalyst system.
The system features a catalyst-equipped, self-regenerating diesel particulate
filter (DPF) that not only traps particulate matter (PM), it also periodically
oxidizes the collected PM by means of a catalyst coating to regenerate the trap.
The DPF is combined with a special-purpose NOx catalyst providing improved NOx
removal performance to form the aftertreatment catalyst system, giving the new-generation
eco-friendly engine the potential to meet even tighter exhaust emission regulations
in the future.
The entire aftertreatment catalyst system is housed in a compact integrated
container, enabling it to be used not only on trucks but also on passenger cars.
- Compasslink
Compasslink provides a variety of information services through the use of a
car navigation system and a cellular phone. Services are available 24 hours
a day to drivers who are in the call area of their cellular phone. At the touch
of a button, drivers can call an operator at an information center. They only
need to tell the operator what they want, and the operator will conduct an information
search, enter information in their car navigation system for them, or also transmit
various types of information for display on the navigation system monitor. (The
operator can also read information aloud to drivers.) Auto Compasslink services
are also available that enable drivers to obtain information at the touch of
a button from previously registered sources or they can have selected information
sent to them automatically at regular intervals.
Compasslink functions are not only useful to ordinary drivers, they also provide
a host of benefits to business users as well.
1. Operator services (launched in September 1998)
2. Auto Compasslink services (launched in July 1999)
Drivers can pre-register various types of information that they use regularly,
such as traffic reports, weather forecasts and news. That information can then
be obtained at the touch of a button without going through an operator or it
can be sent to drivers automatically at regular intervals.
3. Examples of Compasslink uses for business purposes
(1) Examples of uses by taxis
Obtaining information about events through Compasslink facilitates more efficient operation of taxis. Using the one-touch function for entering destinations in the car navigation system results in reliable fares. News, weather forecasts and other types of information can be sent to taxis for use by passengers and drivers.(2) Examples of uses by car rental companies
The workload of car rental company staff at the time of rental is reduced because the explanation of how to operate the car navigation system can be shortened.(3) Examples of uses by vehicles serving special mobility needs
Customers' original itineraries matching their own needs can be entered in the car navigation system, which enhances the product appeal of rental cars equipped with a navigation system.
The system also has the future potential to facilitate unattended car rental services 24 hours a day.
Compasslink simplifies the task of preparing a pickup route map by social welfare councils or other organizations providing transportation services for people with special mobility needs. The system also facilitates quick and safe responses to various changes in circumstances en route, such as route changes or mechanical troubles.
The system can further enhance user convenience in the future by providing a wider variety of social service information, such as the locations of restrooms with facilities for wheelchair users.
- Navimoslink
This support system for business-use vehicles, centered on logistics applications,
has resulted from Nissan's R&D work on future transportation systems. It
incorporates various sub-systems for planning optimum delivery schedules, managing
delivery progress and matching available vehicles with customers' requests for
vehicles and cargo transportation, thereby improving the efficiency of operations
related to business-use vehicles.
1. Simple system configuration matching the Internet age
Navimoslink lets users download and use essential sub-systems when they are
needed. So long as users have a Web browser, they can utilize all Navimoslink
services without having to prepare any special environment at all.
2. System configuration
- ASV Technologies
Various technologies incorporated in the Nissan ASV-2 advanced safety vehicle
that are also effective for application to commercial vehicles will be displayed.
The Nissan ASV-2 is an experimental vehicle equipped with a wide range of integrated
technologies aimed at reducing traffic accidents.
<Other Principal Exhibits>
<Principal Test-drive Vehicles>
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