Nissan Leaf Won The 2011 Car Of The Year

After being named European Car of the Year in the New York Auto Show, Nissan Leaf 100% electric model has been named World Car of the Year 2011 (World Car of the Year), surpassing the BMW 5 Series and Audi A8.

This title is the latest in a series of awards for which he was awarded the cheapest mass-produced electric model, also named Car of the Year 2011 in Europe.

"It's a great joy that the first mass produced electric car, Nissan Leaf, won this prestigious award by the World Car of the Year 2011," said Carlos Ghosn, Nissan's director and CEO. "This award comes in recognition of Nissan as a pioneer in the mobility with Leaf zero emission vehicle while being comparable in performance, quietness and handling of gasoline cars. Also recognize the clear vision of sustainable mobility Nissan and values ​​that we want to offer customers worldwide. "

World Car of the Year Jury found that "LEAF is a gateway to the world of electric cars from Nissan. The five-door hatchback with five seats and is the first mass produced electric car. It has a range of over 100 miles (160 km) with a single full charge, which lasts about 8 hours using a 220-240V outlet and produces zero emissions. Has a low center of gravity makes precise direction to be without the car to lean in curves and no oversteer. The good news? It feels like a normal car, but quieter. "

The title "2011 World Performance Car" was won by Ferrari 458 Italy, finalists at the expense of models, Mercedes-Benz AMG and Porsche 911 Turbo SLS.

Chevrolet Volt won the "2011 World Green Car" at points beyond the models BMW 320d EfficientDynamics finalists Leaf Edition and Nissan.

Aston Martin Rapide was named "2011 World Car Design of the Year" finalists exceeding Alfa Romeo Giulietta Ferrari 458 and Italy.

World Car of the Year competition was launched in 2004, and winners are chosen by a jury of automotive journalists from Asia, Europe and North America.

Nissan Leaf is available in the markets of Japan, the United States and several European countries, to be launched globally in 2012. The vehicle is built in Japan at Oppama plant, to be assembled in the U.S. in late 2012, and in the UK in early 2013.

Source: http://www.nissan-global.com/

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