Nissan IMs concept showcased at Detroit

    Electric sedan follows on from the IMx electric SUV and gets a 483hp electric powertrain.

    Published On Jan 15, 2019 02:10:00 PM

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    Nissan has showcased the IMs concept at the 2019 Detroit motor show and calls it “a completely new type of car”. The electric vehicle is described as an “elevated sports sedan” and follows on from the IMx SUV shown at last year’s Tokyo show. The Japanese carmaker says the IMs is closer to a sedan than a crossover and its raised cabin height is due to the battery being located under the floor.

    The design shares much with the IMx and has been heavily influenced by the flexibility offered by an electric powertrain, the need for a low drag coefficient and the desire for fully autonomous capability.

    The car’s long, 2.9-metre wheelbase and extended cabin length allow for a ‘2+1+2’ seating arrangement, with a rear bench that either seats three across or, when the outer two seats are folded, offers a central “premier seat” with added space and comfort. The cockpit is driver focused in manual driving mode, with a variety of multi-level screens displaying information.

    Autonomous mode causes the steering wheel to retract and the front seats to pivot for a more sociable environment. Reverse-opening rear doors, accessed via ‘invisible’ handles, are claimed to offer greater access.

    The IMs’ electric powertrain features two motors – one on each axle – generating 483hp and 800Nm of torque. Front-to-rear weight distribution is claimed to be near-perfect. Adaptive air suspension is also used. A 115kWh battery allows an estimated 611km on a single charge.

    No production intent has been outlined as yet. However, our sister publication, Autocar UK, understands the IMx previews a forthcoming Nissan Leaf SUV, so it’s likely this car provides the inspiration for a future electric family sedan. Such models will form part of the Alliance 2022 plan, which will result in Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi launching 12 electric cars before 2022, alongside hybrids and autonomous models.

    Also see:

    New Nissan i2V technology unveiled at CES 2019

    Nissan Leaf e+ revealed

    Nissan Kicks to launch on January 22

    Nissan Kicks e-Power in the works

    Nissan Cars

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