Nissan electric sports car concept breaks cover

A range of four new concept vehicles has provided a glimpse into Nissan’s future electric line-up.

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Japanese manufacturer Nissan has taken the covers off an all-new electric sports car concept, dubbed the Max-Out.

The convertible two-seater – which was revealed alongside three other concept vehicles (you can read about those models here and here) – is, for now, just a computer render.

However, a media statement suggests the images could preview a future production variant.

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Powertrain details are so far thin on the ground, however Nissan says the vehicle will be underpinned by its CMF-EV architecture, and feature a ‘e-4ORCE’ dual-motor all-wheel drive layout.

In existing models, this platform permits a maximum output of 300kW, 0-100km/h sprint time of 4.9 seconds (claimed), and approximately 500km of driving range between charges.

Meanwhile, an “ultra-lightweight” body and low centre of gravity will provide “dynamic cornering and steering response,” according to Nissan.

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The passenger seat has “the unique ability to morph … flattening into the floor to offer more interior space when desired,” the company claims.

Computer-generated images of the vehicle suggest this function works by sliding the second seat backwards into a bodywork cutout for increased storage.

While it’s too early to say if a production variant of the Nissan Max-Out will be sold in Australia, it’s understood at least some of the manufacturer’s new concept vehicles will make it to local showrooms.

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