Nissan Sakura
| Nissan Sakura | |
|---|---|
 2024 Nissan Sakura G (B6AW) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | NMKV |
| Model code |
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| Production | 2022–present |
| Assembly | Japan: Kurashiki, Okayama (Mitsubishi Motors Mizushima plant) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Kei car |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | KEI-EV[1] |
| Related | Nissan Dayz (second generation) / Mitsubishi eK (fourth generation) |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | MM48 |
| Power output | 47 kW (64 PS) |
| Battery | 20 kWh lithium-ion |
| Electric range | 180 km (112 mi) (WLTC) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm (98.2 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height | 1,655 mm (65.2 in) |
| Kerb weight | 1,070–1,080 kg (2,359–2,381 lb) |
The Nissan Sakura (Japanese: 日産・サクラ) is a battery electric kei car marketed by Nissan and produced by NMKV. Named after the national flower of Japan, it was introduced on 20 May 2022 as the first battery electric kei car from Nissan. It is developed and manufactured alongside the Mitsubishi eK X EV (pronounced "EK Cross"), which shares its body structure with the petrol-powered eK X (also sold as the Nissan Dayz).[2] The only external shared parts are the windshield, door handles, and wing mirrors. Its design was previewed by the IMk concept which was showcased in 2019.[3] Mitsubishi's internal model code is B6AW, while Nissan refers to it as the KE0.
The vehicle is powered by a single electric motor with a maximum output of 47 kW (63 hp; 64 PS) and a maximum torque of 195 N⋅m (20 kg⋅m; 144 lb⋅ft) with a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph). The battery storage uses a 20 kWh lithium-ion unit with an estimated WLTC range of 180 km (110 mi). Grade levels available are S, X and G, with S being intended for commercial users, the X being more comfortably equipped for private buyers, and the G being the most luxurious variant, with a variety of driving aids and adaptive LED headlights amongst other standard equipment.[4] The S omits the fabric covered dashboard amongst other creature comforts, and can easily be recognized by its steel wheels with full wheel covers. The Sakura has been sold in Japan since mid-2022.[5][6]
In December 2022, the Sakura alongside the Mitsubishi eK X EV received the 2022–2023 Japan Car of the Year award. The two were also named kei cars of the year.[7]
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Sales
[edit]| Year | Japan[8] |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 21,887 |
| 2023 | 37,140 |
| 2024[9] | 22,926 |
References
[edit]- ^ "Renault, Nissan & Mitsubishi Motors announce common roadmap Alliance 2030: Best of 3 worlds for a new future". Mitsubishi Motors Corporation. Retrieved 20 May 2022.
- ^ "Nissan, Mitsubishi Motors, and NMKV Hold Line-Off Ceremony for New Kei EV". Mitsubishi Motors Corporation. 20 May 2022. Retrieved 20 May 2022.
- ^ "Nissan unveils IMk concept EV for fashionable urban commuters". Nissan Official Global Newsroom. 1 October 2019. Retrieved 20 May 2022.
- ^ "新型日産サクラ登場──本格的な軽電気自動車がついに出た！" [Introducing the new Nissan Sakura ── A full-fledged mini electric car is finally out!]. GQ JAPAN (in Japanese). 20 May 2022. Retrieved 20 May 2022.
- ^ 有, 伊藤 (20 May 2022). "日産の新型 電気軽自動車｢サクラ｣最速試乗…｢軽｣ばなれしたパワーに驚く（動画アリ）". BUSINESS INSIDER JAPAN (in Japanese). Retrieved 20 May 2022.
- ^ "走りはまるで高級車。静かでスムーズな加速の軽EV、日産SAKURA（サクラ）". clicccar.com (in Japanese). 20 May 2022. Retrieved 20 May 2022.
- ^ JCN, Tokyo (9 December 2022). "Nissan Sakura/Mitsubishi EK Cross EV Named 2022-2023 Japan Car of the Year Award". Japanese Car News.
- ^ "日産サクラ 新車販売台数の推移/売れ行きと生産状況は？ - クルマを買う！". kuru-ma.com. Retrieved 16 April 2023.
- ^ Opletal, Jiri (13 January 2025). "BYD surpass Toyota in Japan's 2024 EV sales". CarNewsChina. Archived from the original on 14 January 2025.
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