Published July 24, 2021, 12:02 PM
What was once a dream for motorists in the Philippines wanting to experience electrified mobility became reality when Nissan launched the Nissan LEAF in the country last May.
A 100% electric, zero-emissions vehicle, the Nissan LEAF is an embodiment of Nissan Intelligent Mobility with tech-advanced features providing safety and comfort, confidence, and peace of mind for a unique riding experience. Strong acceleration and smooth handling define the driving dynamics of the Nissan LEAF, making it a versatile car for everyone as well. But what is it like to own the Nissan LEAF?
Aside from being a safe, smart, and sustainable drive, the Nissan LEAF also promises lower running and maintenance costs compared to the usual cars powered by an internal combustion engine (ICE). This makes owning a Nissan LEAF a worthy investment.
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“In 2019 Nissan Philippines boldly claimed that it would herald the start of the Philippine EV age by officially announcing that its Leaf will be launched here. A global pandemic delayed that plan a bit, but here we are finally. Continue reading below ↓
“Like in any emerging market, electric vehicles in the Philippines have suffered from a chicken-and-egg dilemma. Car brands were reluctant to bring in EVs because there were no chargers and due to low market interest. No company wanted to invest in building a charging network because there were no electric cars. Who will make the first move?
Nissan launches LEAF EV in Philippines for P2.8 million
May 12, 2021 5:26 PM PHT
Nissan on Sunday, May 9, launched its flagship full-battery electric vehicle (EV), the Nissan LEAF in the Philippines for P2.8 million.
The car is the first fully electric vehicle that Nissan is bringing to local shores. There have been hybrid cars launched in the Philippines in the past, but mass market EVs have been rare.
Nissan announced the LEAF will be available in 3 dealerships: Nissan Mantrade Makati, Nissan Otis, and Nissan Cebu South - V. Rama. These dealerships will be equipped with charging stations for the LEAF. Four more dealerships will be fitted with a charging station within the year. This, Nissan says, will create the largest nationwide EV charging station in the country.
Intelligent Integration: A Complement To Your Lifestyle
Perhaps the best thing about the Nissan LEAF is that it s designed to be as holistic as possible. Just because you re off the road doesn t mean that the Nissan LEAF can no longer be of assistance. Thanks to its vehicle-to-everything technology, the Nissan LEAF enables bi-directional charging, which means that you can use your LEAF s battery to power homes or other equipment. The Nissan LEAF s launch in the Philippines is the latest chapter in our electrification strategy in ASEAN, says Regional Vice President for Nissan ASEAN, Isao Sekiguchi. This is part of Nissan s DNA of daring to do what others don t as we make electrified mobility more accessible to the people in the region.
MANILA:Nissan Philippines has officially released its flagship full-electric vehicle (EV), the Nissan Leaf. Along with the EVâs launch, Nissan has revealed that it is establishing seven charging stations across the country through its dealerships.
The development of the zero-emission Nissan Leaf is part of Nissan Intelligent Mobility, a program that aims to transform the way cars are driven and integrated into society. The Nissan Leaf concretizes this philosophy in three aspects: Intelligent Power, Intelligent Driving, and Intelligent Integration.
The Nissan Leaf comes with a 40kWh lithium-ion battery can travel  up to 311 kilometers on a full charge according to the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) standards. This makes the car able to travel between Quezon City and Bonifacio Global City twice a day for five days or complete a one-way trip to Baguio without having to recharge.