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4 November 2016
This is a translation of the Japanese newsletter. Some figures and facts related only to the Japanese market.

EV News, Trends & Technology

EVolution is a monthly newsletter covering advances in EV technology, intelligent transportation systems,
and new thinking on the roles of cars in future society. Centered on Nissan Intelligent Mobility,
these reports provide insights into the new era of zero-fatality,
zero-emission driving and how next-generation cars will serve as partners to drivers to keep the unique excitement of driving alive.

New e-POWER: Innovative 100% electric motor

drive system sets a new path forward for EVs.

Engine

Inverter

Battery

Motor

Power
generator

Motor

Inverter

Power generator Battery

Engine

How does e-POWER differ from How does e-POWER differ from
Q1 conventional hybrid power units? Q2 Nissan LEAF?
e-POWER uses only a high-output battery e-POWER generates electricity
̶never the engine̶ to drive the car’
s wheels. by the engine while running.
Classified as a Series Hybrid, e-POWER is an Just like Nissan LEAF, e-POWER drives the
innovative drive system for Japan-model com- car ’s wheels via an electric motor. So the driver
pact cars featuring a powertrain comprising a enjoys the quietness, powerful torque and other
gasoline engine, power generator, inverter, Engine Motor performance characteristics of Nissan LEAF. Motor
and motor. The sole function of the gasoline
engine is to generate electricity for the Power
generator Inverter Inverter
battery. Employing advanced EV technology
from Nissan LEAF, the best-selling pure elec- Battery
Battery
tric car in history, e-POWER offers the same
high-output as LEAF. Conventional hybrid power units Nissan LEAF

For more information, contact: Nissan Motor Co., Ltd . (Japan)Global Communications Div.
Tel:+81-(0)45-523-5552(Corporate) Tel:+81-(0)45-523-5549(Product)
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e-POWER ̶ an optimally
balanced power unit
evolved from Nissan LEAF
control technology
Naoki Nakada
Chief Powertrain Engineer
Electric Powertrain Project Group
Powertrain Project Management Department
Powertrain Engineering Division

What are the benefits of When does e-POWER employ

Q3 e-POWER ’ s motor drive?
From acceleration to braking, e-POWER delivers exquisite
response and precise control.
e-POWER produces massive torque
almost instantly when the accelera-
Q4 the engine to charge the battery?
e-POWER is an intelligent system designed to maximize
battery-driven operation and minimize fuel consumption.
g-force acceleration e-POWER ’s engine generates Battery power driving range
electricity quickly and efficiently,

g-force acceleration
tor is pressed, delivering immediate ensuring smooth operation and Max. rate of acceleration from 0km/h
power and acceleration to the low fuel consumption. The (based on Nissan tests)
wheels. The system also employs 2.0L turbo model engine is so quiet its sound is
regenerative braking, which uses the virtually cancelled out by wind
Time Conventional
motor to slow down the car. This is and road sounds. Practically hybrid Speed (km/h)
■ Rate of acceleration from start up
an efficient way to control the car ’s speaking, e-POWER cars are as 0 20 40 60 80
speed, doubly serving to recharge quiet as pure battery-powered
the battery and reduce wear on the EVs.
brake pads.

Q5 What were some of e-POWER ’

s key development issues?
Task number one was attaining optimal energy management̶“how to produce the power to drive the car by the car.”
To achieve motor output equal to that of Nissan LEAF, it was necessary
to divide power consumption between the engine and battery. A small Nissan LEAF electric motor drive technology
engine would be insufficient, so we modified a 1.2-liter gasoline engine Inverter vibration control technology High-output
with an eye toward achieving optimal performance under Japanese motor torque control
driving conditions. Thanks to knowledge acquired from years of experi-
ence developing Nissan LEAF, we were successful in designing an Energy management
optimal energy management system. e-POWER ’ s battery has just
Electricity generation, electric discharge
one-twentieth the capacity of LEAF ’ s, and is integrated with a highly
Remaining power setting
compact powertrain. This intelligent system can be equipped on
Output, regeneration
compact vehicles without compromising interior space.
Note: For more information on e-POWER, please refer to this press release:
https://newsroom.nissan-global.com/releases/161102-02-e

Nissan Intelligent Power: driving the potential of EVs further

e-POWER is part of Nissan Intelligent Power,
which showcases more efficient technologies
while increasing driving pleasure in the age of
e l e c t r i c c a r s . C u r r e n t l y, N i s s a n h a s s l a t e d
e-POWER models of the Note for launch in Japan
and is examining other countries ’energy supply
infrastructure to determine the best electric drive
system for each market. Nissan aims to produce
cars with electric-powered powertrains for cus-
tomers worldwide.

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