2019 Tokyo Motor Show
At the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan showcased cutting-edge technologies with the unveil of the Ariya Concept and IMk concept. These concepts hint at the new direction of Nissan’s design language and how it helps bring to life Nissan Intelligent Mobility - the brand’s vision for changing how vehicles are powered, driven and connected to society.
Nissan Ariya Concept
Embodying
the
future
of
Nissan
Intelligent
Mobility
All-electric
crossover
showcases
brand’s
new
direction
for
the
age
of
autonomous
driving
- The latest version of Nissan's award-winning driver assistance system, ProPILOT 2.0
- e-4ORCE: A high-power, twin-motor, all-wheel control system
- A new level of seamless human-machine interface connectivity
ProPILOT
2.0
combines
navigated
highway
driving
with
hands-off
single-lane
driving
capabilities.
By
engaging
the
vehicle's
navigation
system
to
help
maneuver
the
car
on
a
predefined
route
on
designated
roads,
the
system
can
assist
the
driver
with
passing,
lane
diversions
and
lane
exiting
on
multi-lane
highways.
ProPILOT
2.0
also
enables
hands-off
driving
while
cruising
in
a
given
lane.1,2
When
approaching
a
road
diversion
or
preparing
to
pass
another
vehicle,
the
system
judges
the
appropriate
timing
of
branching
off
or
passing
based
on
information
from
the
navigation
system
and
360-degree
sensing.
The
driver
receives
intuitive
audio
and
visual
guidance
and
is
prompted
to
put
both
hands
on
the
steering
wheel
and
confirm
the
start
of
these
operations
via
a
switch.
When
driving
with
ProPILOT
2.0
engaged,
the
interior
lighting
changes
colors
to
signal
that
hands-off
driving
is
enabled,
while
creating
a
relaxing
atmosphere.
Built
with
a
high-performance,
100%
electric
drive
system,
the
Nissan
Ariya
Concept
delivers
instant
torque
to
the
wheels
from
a
dual
front/rear
motor
drive
configuration.
This
layout
delivers
balanced,
predictable
power
to
all
four
wheels,
equal
or
better
than
many
premium
sports
cars.
The
Ariya
Concept
promises
excellent
cornering
performance
and
traction
on
slippery
surfaces
such
as
snow
and
loose
dirt,
without
drivers
needing
to
change
their
driving
style,
steering
input
or
even
pedal
position.
It
accomplishes
this
thanks
to
the
high-power,
twin-motor,
all-wheel
control
system
called
e-4ORCE.
Employing
knowledge
gained
from
years
of
vehicle
control
development
-
including
the
Nissan
GT-R's
ATTESA
E-TS
torque
split
system
and
the
Nissan
Patrol's
intelligent
4X4
system
-
engineers
created
this
new
control
system
to
manage
the
EV's
power
delivery
and
brakes
automatically,
ensuring
smooth
passage
with
minimal
tire
slippage.
Drivers
can
maintain
their
driving
posture
and
comfort,
letting
the
system
do
all
the
work.
Combining
advanced
electric-vehicle
technology
with
a
new
level
of
seamless
human-machine
interface
connectivity,
the
Nissan
Ariya
Concept
offers
an
entirely
new
driving
experience.
- Hands-off driving is possible when driving in a single lane, on the condition that the driver remains attentive on the road ahead and is prepared to immediately take manual control of the steering wheel when conditions of the road, traffic and vehicle require it.
- The hands-off feature is not available in tunnels where a GPS signal cannot be established, on expressways without a physical separation that divides the traffic moving in opposite directions, on winding roads, in tollgate areas or merging lanes. When entering a road section where hands-off driving is not available, the system will alert in advance so the driver can take manual control of vehicle steering.
Seamless integration
Intuitive
technology
allows
the
Ariya
Concept
to
fit
seamlessly
into
the
driver's
daily
life,
on-board
and
off-board,
providing
the
freedom
and
enjoyment
of
mobility
anytime
and
anywhere.
Door
to
Door
Navigation
allows
anyone
to
set
a
destination
on
their
smartphone,
transfer
it
to
the
Ariya
Concept
and
have
the
vehicle's
navigation
system
continue
offering
directions.
If
the
final
destination
is
reached
by
foot,
the
system
will
transfer
the
remaining
route
back
to
the
driver's
smartphone.
When
approaching
the
Ariya
Concept,
the
driver
is
greeted
with
a
welcome
light
as
the
vehicle
unlocks
automatically,
eliminating
the
need
to
fumble
with
a
key
fob.
Even
before
getting
inside,
settings
such
as
the
driver's
seat
position
and
climate
controls
are
adjusted
to
the
driver's
personal
preferences,
which
the
driver
can
save
to
a
smartphone
as
a
unique
profile.
The
car
can
sync
with
the
driver's
schedule
to
anticipate
departure
times
and
prepare
the
vehicle
to
be
climate-controlled
and
ready
to
hit
the
road
-
maximizing
driving
range
by
using
grid
power
to
heat
or
cool
the
car.
Once
the
driver
is
inside,
the
Virtual
Personal
Assistant
can
help
look
up
information
and
locate
parking,
so
that
the
driver
can
keep
their
eyes
on
the
road.
If
the
plan
includes
picking
up
friends
along
the
way,
an
integrated
video
chat
feature
can
help
confirm
details
before
setting
off.
It
can
also
link
with
their
smartphones
and
the
Ariya
Concept's
center
information
display
to
show
their
exact
location.
While
traveling,
the
Nissan
Ariya
Concept's
Smart
Route
Planner
automatically
identifies
and
plots
charging
stops
along
the
way,
ensuring
that
the
driver
arrives
at
the
desired
destination,
whether
near
or
far.
Excellent
power
storage
management
allows
for
long-distance
driving,
without
lengthy
charging
times
interrupting
travel
plans.
When
it's
time
to
charge,
the
Ariya
Concept
uses
CHAdeMO
quick
charging
to
energize
the
battery
swiftly
and
conveniently.
The
charging
port
unlocks
upon
the
driver's
approach
and
uses
distinct
colors
to
show
the
vehicle's
charge
status
at
a
glance.
Upon
arrival
at
their
destination,
drivers
can
use
a
smartphone
or
dedicated
device
to
park
the
car
automatically
from
a
nearby
location,
thanks
to
ProPILOT
Remote
Park.
This
can
be
of
help
to
passengers
who
need
additional
space
or
assistance
to
exit
the
car.
Firmware
Over
The
Air
(FOTA)
technology
provides
constant,
hassle-free
updates
for
the
navigation
system,
graphic
user
interface
and
driving
characteristics
to
ensure
the
car
is
running
effectively
and
has
the
latest
versions
and
features,
keeping
the
driver's
experience
fresh
and
enjoyable.
When
parked
at
the
office
or
home,
the
Ariya
Concept
supports
Nissan
Energy
technology.
The
technology
makes
it
possible
to
connect
with
energy
systems
to
charge
the
EV
battery,
power
homes
and
businesses,
and
even
selling
energy
back
to
the
power
grid.
Nissan
Energy
helps
drivers
fully
harness
the
Ariya
Concept's
capabilities
by
expanding
its
use
from
just
driving
to
include
every
aspect
of
life.
Nissan IMk concept
An EV for fashionable, urban commuters
Autonomous functions that enhance driver confidence
- Equipped with the latest ProPILOT advanced driver assistance technologies
- ProPILOT Remote Park with valet parking feature
The
Nissan
IMk
concept
represents
another
step
toward
fully
autonomous
driving.
It
comes
with
the
latest
technologies
to
assist
drivers
in
a
wide
range
of
environments,
from
expressways
to
city
streets
and
parking
lots.
The
smartphone-enabled
ProPILOT
Remote
Park
feature
with
valet
parking
feature
can
search
for
a
parking
space
automatically
after
you
and
your
passengers
step
out
of
the
car.
When
you’re
ready
to
hit
the
road
again,
a
simple
tap
of
a
button
brings
the
car
to
you.
Among
the
other
notable
functions
is
the
latest
driver
assistance
technology,
built
off
an
advanced
version
of
ProPILOT
2.0,
which
helps
make
driving
safer,
more
pleasant
and
enjoyable
for
drivers
by
combining
navigated
highway
driving
with
hands-off
single-lane
driving
capabilities.
Smooth, powerful performance in a small body
- An all-new EV platform
The
Nissan
IMk
concept
offers
a
purely-electric
alternative
for
customers
who
desire
a
compact
vehicle
suited
for
a
sprawling
metropolis.
The
concept
car's
extremely
quiet
operation
and
low
center
of
gravity
gives
urban
commuters
a
smooth
and
powerful
driving
experience.
The
electric
motor
delivers
excellent
acceleration
and
a
high
level
of
responsiveness
that’s
effective
in
stop-and-go
traffic
and
even
on
steep
slopes.
Connecting drivers to the world
- Driver authentication and personal settings linked with smartphone
- Seamless schedule syncing with route management (off-board and on-board)
- Nissan Energy Share (Vehicle-to-Home)
- Invisible-to-Visible technology (I2V)
The
IMk
concept
keeps
occupants
constantly
and
seamlessly
plugged
in
with
the
latest
connectivity
technology.
A
driver
can
link
to
the
car
with
a
smartphone
to
authenticate
their
identity,
automatically
apply
personal
settings
–
such
as
seat
position,
interior
lighting
and
climate
controls
-
and
plan
their
commute.
Before
leaving
on
a
trip,
the
IMk
concept
informs
the
driver
of
the
best
departure
time
via
smartphone,
taking
into
consideration
variables
such
as
traffic
congestion.
After
arriving
and
valet
parking
itself,
the
vehicle
can
seamlessly
integrate
with
a
home
energy
system
and
use
spare
battery
capacity
to
balance
home
energy
needs,
using
Nissan
Energy
Share
(Vehicle-to-Home).
While
on
the
trip,
occupants
can
enjoy
Nissan's
Invisible-to-Visible
(I2V)
technology.
Merging
information
from
sensors
outside
and
inside
the
vehicle
with
data
from
the
cloud,
I2V
technology
can
track
the
vehicle's
immediate
surroundings
and
anticipate
what's
ahead,
even
showing
what's
behind
a
building
or
around
the
corner.
Guidance
is
given
in
an
interactive,
human-like
way,
including
via
an
avatar
that
appears
inside
the
car.