The Chill-Out appears to be a preview for the next-generation Leaf.
The Japanese brand revealed plans to release 23 electrified models by the end the decade in an announcement about the Nissan Ambition 2030. The Japanese brand revealed plans for 23 electrified models, 15 of which will be free from the combustion engine and at least one will have solid-state batteries by fiscal year 2028. The Yokohama-based automaker revealed four different electric concepts in addition to its EV agenda.
The Chill-Out is a sleek crossover that’s likely to be smaller than the Ariya. It looks like we might be seeing an early preview for the next-generation Leaf. The hatchback has been replaced by a crossover. This concept is built on the CMF–EV platform and features an e-4orce system, Nissan’s term for electric vehicles with all-wheel drive. The production model will arrive in 2025.
Surf-Out is an electric pickup truck that has a large bed and thick wheel arches. Nissan claims it is designed to provide true off-road performance, with a dual motor AWD setup that provides several stages of output.
Automotive News published a report a few months back that stated that Nissan is considering an electric compact vehicle. Although it has not been confirmed by Nissan, Judy Wheeler, the VP of sales and operations in the United States, said that the company is still considering the possibility. It is not clear to me that there are any serious discussions there at the moment. That was something I could have predicted. It’s kind of fascinating to see the pickup area. A consumer who is looking for a vehicle to live a luxurious lifestyle and can take all of their gear off-roading will probably be interested in this model.
The Hang-Out concept, a compact electric hatchback that we can easily envision evolving into a next generation Cube to compete with the Kia Soul. The dedicated electric platform has helped to create a low, flat-floor layout for this one. It has theater-like seating as well as an advanced semi-autonomous drive system.
Although it’s too early to know if the Hang-Out will get a road-going version, the vehicle’s exterior looks very similar to what you would expect from a production model car. Those very short overhangs indicate a dedicated EV platform. However, if Nissan built and sold this car, it would likely add a conventional B pillar and probably lose the sliding doors.
The Max-Out concept is perhaps the most intriguing of all. It’s an electric convertible with only two seats and an ultra-lightweight construction. AWD-equipped roadster with AWD boasts a low center weight and promises “dynamic cornering” and responsive steering.
Convertibles are difficult to sell, and it would be more difficult for an electrical one to become a commercial hit. Although there are plans to make an electric sports car with folding roofs, this is unlikely to be a priority. Although it seems unlikely that the Max-Out will be on the list of 15 EVs by the end the decade, we hope Nissan will prove us wrong.