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With its boldly futuristic
aerodynamic styling and
fuel-efficient
hybrid-electric powertrain,
the
Nissan Resonance concept
proposes an all-new dynamic and
edgy design that once again
leads the trend for the
crossover category.
"When the designers were first
working on the Nissan
Resonance, they were
inspired by scientific
advancements in technology and
material innovations. They also
were inspired by the aspirations
of those people who embrace
innovation. It was about serving
those people a concept vehicle
that is forward-looking and
fuses style with an athletic
ride," said Francois Bancon,
Nissan Motor Co. division
general manager, Product
Strategy and Planning.
An Energetic, Premium
Exterior Design that Resonates
Light on its feet, the exterior
design signals that Nissan
Resonance is pushing the
crossover segment forward.
Nissan's designers worked to
express an aerodynamic feel that
was lightweight yet also
protective. The front exterior
design shows the V-Motion, which
starts from the front grille,
moves through the bonnet and
resonates with the iconic
boomerang shaped headlights. The
body is strengthened by powerful
surfaces and provocative lines
and is accented by the flow
through the car to the kick-up
shape at the rear. These
distinct details give the
crossover a very advanced yet
spacious impression.
The roof's unique "floating"
design is created through the
use of the thin, steeply raked
A-pillars, a large full-length
glass panel and flowing D-pillar
design. The effect created gives
the impression of a flowing
structure carried by the large
windows and overall spaciousness
of the cabin.
The body colour, named Flare
Orange, adds even more energy
and warmth to the overall
exterior design. Other exterior
features include a tinted
acrylic grille with Satin Chrome
accents and 22-inch aluminum-alloy
wheels.
Inside, a Futuristic VIP
Lounge
With the interior, the designers
imagined what the future of
first-class space travel might
be: welcoming yet exclusive and
high-tech yet premium. The
resulting "VIP lounge," with its
light, buttery leather and
premium-stitched seats, exudes
genuine sophistication.
Thoughtfully considered details,
including sequential welcome
lighting, add warmth and drama
upon entering the vehicle. The
dramatic interior illumination
highlights the natural wood
pattern in the modern cabin.
An
advanced instrument panel floats
on a generous console, creating
a forum where the driver can
access all infotainment and
communication features.
Technology is graphically
layered to give a holographic
experience and visual depth is
used to separate information in
order of importance.
The open glass roof gives
passengers a unique panoramic
view of the world and floating
elements like the roof lining
add to the sense of space and
airy lightness. The spacious
interior atmosphere is enhanced
by the sculpted door panels and
elegant, deep shape of the
center console.
"The Resonance interior reflects
the enlightened modernity of
today's crossover buyer, who
values an amazing experience
over traditional indulgence,”
continued Francois Bancon. “The
architecture of the cabin is
open and structured. Like the
exterior, it redefines and
pushes the segment beyond
convention."
Sustainably Dynamic
Performance
Though Resonance is presented
strictly as a design concept,
its efficient hybrid electric
drivetrain signals the desire by
crossover drivers to be
respectful of the environment
without sacrificing driving
pleasure. The all-wheel drive
Resonance includes Nissan's
proprietary "one-motor,
two-clutch" system that combines
a smaller displacement internal
combustion petrol engine with an
electric motor/lithium-ion
battery and advanced management
system. Resonance also features
Nissan's next-generation Xtronic
CVT® . |
