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2018 Nissan LEAF Named â€˜Top Tech Carâ€™ In Seattle
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(Posted on Mar 31, 2018 at 02:10PM by Lee Byard)

With the release of the 2018 LEAF, Nissan delivered more than convenient hatchback styling to Seattle. It also offered class-leading tech - with the entire chassis fused with electric capability and lithium-ion support. Beneath the hood waits a suite advanced autonomous features... and theyâ€™ve just received an award.

IEEE Spectrum - a leading online tech magazine - has just named the 2018 LEAF as one of the yearâ€™s best cars, carving a place for it within its coveted Top Ten list.

According to IEEE, the new LEAF proves a technological showcase for all-electric performance. It combines a 110-kilowatt motor with a 40-kilowatt battery system - generating a robust 147 HP and 236 lb.-ft of torque. A DC charge port system provides quick responses, with Nissan fusing it with exclusive vehicle-to-grid capabilities (this allows drivers to transfer the platformâ€™s power directly to their homes, reducing consumption levels during peak usage times). Available solar-array panels further impress, delivering sustainable performance regeneration.

What truly distinguishes the 2018 LEAF, however, is its ProPilot system - which yields an intuitive experience on the highway. Lane departure warnings pair radar sensors with automated steerage to ensure optimum vehicle alignments; while forward collision software monitors traffic patterns, identifying sudden obstacles and decelerating to provide drivers ample response times. High-definition cameras further improve safety, tracking the distance of both rear and frontal cars. By gauging those positions, these systems can then create a safe speed setting.

These automated features won the admiration of the IEEE committee - and we know theyâ€™ll also prove popular with our customers. Visit our dealership today to learn more about the 2018 LEAF and its many tech options.