Nissan, Dongfeng Motor joint venture committed to electric future

Nissan and its Chinese joint venture Dongfeng Motor, known as DFL, will offer more than 20 electric models over the next five years - both zero-emission and e-POWER - as part of a commitment to sustainable development in China.

The electric models will carry the four marques of Dongfeng, Nissan, Infiniti and Venucia, and six of the latest electric models will launch in the market this year or next.

"It speaks of Nissan and DFL's ambitions to become China's electric vehicle market leaders by 2022. We are very confident," Jose Munoz, Nissan Motor's chief performance officer and chairman of the company's management committee for China, told China Daily.

"China will become the No 1 market for Nissan, definitely, no doubt. It's not only because the Chinese market is growing fast, but also because of our good partnership and strong leadership in the country," he said.

Embodying Nissan's confidence, its first fully electric car tailored for the Chinese market debuted at Auto China 2018 in Beijing, while three zero-emission vehicles took center stage to showcase the company's vision for an electrified future.

Nissan SYLPHY Zero Emission - the brand's first electric car produced in China for Chinese consumers - is expected to bring together the Nissan SYLPHY's reputation for durability, quality, reliability and value with a proven, fully electric drivetrain.

The electric car offers the exciting performance of a 100 percent electric powertrain, including locally procured battery cells. Its advanced technologies and spacious cabin offer convenience and comfort.

The SYLPHY Zero Emission features fast-charging capabilities, and customers will be able to enjoy an extended drive range of 338 kilometers in comprehensive situations, according to Chinese regulatory standards.

The car includes Nissan Intelligent Mobility technologies such as Lane Departure Warning, Intelligent Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Blind Spot Warning. It will go on sale later in 2018.