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Seattle Watches on as Nissan Reveals Xmotion Concept at the 2018 NAIAS
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(Posted on Jan 16, 2018 at 04:00PM by Michelle Bogle)

Yesterday, Nissan unveiled a brand new concept vehicle at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, called the Xmotion (pronounced â€œcross-motionâ€). And just 24 hours later, the six-passenger three-row crossover SUV is already receiving rave reviews for its sleek exterior lines and sharp angles, as well as its unique interior, which blends touchscreen displays, innovative control mechanisms, and a futuristic look thatâ€™s clean, modern, and expressive.

According to Nissan, the Xmotion concept fuses Japanese culture and traditional craftsmanship with American-styling and next-generation Intelligent Mobility technology. The exterior features a dynamic presence with an understated sculptural body, which includes prominently flared fenders, wedge-shaped headlights, and a bold evolution of Nissanâ€™s iconic V-motion grille. Itâ€™s an expression of dramatic simplicity, which is wonderfully contrasted by the rugged metal-crafted wheels and all-terrain tire design. Some automotive journalists have likened the concept vehicle to that of a futuristic version of the cult-classic Nissan Xterra, which they claim is a good thing.

And while the exterior of the Xmotion is incredibly interesting, the interior of this concept vehicle is whatâ€™s truly astounding. Inside, it features a crafted design that pays homage to Nissanâ€™s roots by combining a symbolic representation of a Japanese landscape with an advanced user interface and autonomous driving technologies.

This includes a digital assistant thatâ€™s personified as a virtual koi fish on the in-car displays. It swims between the console and a middle-mounted armrest touchscreen, and can intelligently program interior cabin conditions based on the destination and user preferences. The virtual koi also assists the Xmotion when in autonomous mode, providing key information about the current route and potential slowdowns, while also handling driving duties.

As for whatâ€™s under the hood, Nissan didnâ€™t specify powertrain specs since the Xmotion is an expression of design and technology, versus power and performance. And seeing that it is a concept vehicle, it isnâ€™t intended for production, however, many industry watchers expect that the Xmotion's design cues may find their way to future Nissan SUVs, like the rumored Xterra. Time will be the judge of that.

To learn more about Nissan concept vehicles and how the automaker is bridging the future with its Intelligent Mobility technology, contact our dealership today in Seattle, Washington to speak with a sales associate.