Nissan introduced the upcoming debut of a brand new and “electrified” Nismo mannequin which is scheduled for January 12, simply in time for the Tokyo Auto Salon. Whereas the automaker doesn’t point out the title of the mannequin, the teaser suggests it will likely be based mostly on the Ariya. On the identical time, a brand new report from Japan reveals the Nismo-specific options of the electrical SUV due to a bunch of allegedly leaked presentation slides.

The official preview on Nissan’s YouTube channel depicts a portion of the mannequin’s silhouette, which appears to be like similar to the Ariya. This isn’t stunning, as prototypes of the EV have been noticed testing on the Nurburgring on numerous events final 12 months. These featured a sportier bodykit, larger-diameter wheels, and lowered suspension, hinting at a brand new Nismo-branded product.

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The most recent report from Japanese media Magazine X confirms the rumors concerning the Nissan Ariya Nismo, with what appears to be like like official presentation slides revealing the upcoming upgrades. Beginning with the outside, the Nismo-specific bodykit features a redesigned entrance bumper with a pronounced splitter, joined by related extensions for the facet sills and rear bumper. There’s additionally a further lip spoiler on the tailgate, and a brand new set of 20-inch Enkei alloy wheels shod in Michelin Pilot Sport rubber.

In line with the leaked paperwork the Ariya Nismo will likely be accessible in six colours, together with single-tone (Prism White, Darkish Steel Grey, Midnight Black) and bi-tone (Prism White, Deep Ocean Blue, Stealth Grey) choices with a Midnight Black roof. Inside, the mannequin will reportedly function a set of bucket seats, a sportier steering wheel, a black roofliner, and a beneficiant quantity of pink accents.

In addition to the brand new footwear, the Nismo-branded Ariya will profit from a stiffer suspension setup that includes revised spring/damper charges, alongside stronger stabilizer bars. Nismo engineers will enhance the braking and steering programs whereas tweaking the settings of the electronics for max efficiency. Moreover, a brand new Nismo driving mode will reportedly add Method E sound results in a quest to enhance the general expertise.

Particular tuning can also be deliberate for the e-4ORCE powertrain, leading to improved efficiency. In line with the leaks, the 0-120 km/h (0-75 mph) acceleration will likely be accomplished a full second quicker in comparison with the usual mannequin. Observe that essentially the most potent model of the Airya is fitted with twin electrical motors producing a mixed 389 hp (395 PS / 290 kW) and 442 lb-ft (599 Nm) of torque. Magazine X means that the Nismo model will likely be accessible with each the 63 kWh and the 87 kWh battery choices.

We are going to be taught extra on January 12, when Nissan will unveil the performance-focused model of its electrical SUV. The Ariya gained’t be the one Nismo-badged mannequin on the Tokyo Auto Salon, the place it will likely be joined by the new model of the GT-R, Fairlady Z, and Skyline.