FAQS

Are you thinking about buying a Nissan e-NV200 Combi, but unsure that an electric vehicle is the right choice for you? Find the answers to frequently asked questions about driving electric here.

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Low-emission vehicles are vehicles that release reduced or zero emissions whilst driving. Fully electric vehicles like the Nissan e-NV200 produce zero emissions (0g/mile of CO₂).   

At Nissan, we believe in the potential of low-emission vehicles. We are working with local and national governments as well as other sectors to help further develop the necessary infrastructure to make low-emission mobility a reality.
 

Electric vehicles are often confused with hybrid vehicles, which operate on a combination of both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor.

By contrast, electric vehicles like the Nissan LEAF and e-NV200, are solely powered by an electric motor – they require no fuel and release zero emissions whilst driving.

Driving an electric vehicle like the Nissan e-NV200 is most similar to driving an incredibly smooth automatic vehicle – but with rapid acceleration, instant torque and a very quiet ride.

The best way to understand how enjoyable driving an electric vehicle can be is to book a test drive and try one for yourself.

Fully electric Nissan vehicles release zero emissions whilst driving - this reduces your footprint on the environment. The further you drive the greater the overall impact of driving electric. This impact will continue to grow as the UK's electricity-generation mix decarbonises.

Electric and conventional vehicles are largely similar. Aside from the obvious difference in propulsion, the major differences are the fuelling and maintenance requirements.

Rather than filling up at a petrol station, it is expected that most electric vehicles will be charged overnight at home. Also, electric vehicles have far fewer moving parts compared to a car with an internal-combustion engine, which reduces the service requirements.

The Nissan e-NV200 comes with two body options:

• Van
• Combi (with 5 or 7 seaters)
  
  

Driving the Nissan e-NV200 is a new experience: a smooth and quiet drive with an automatic gearbox... You are simply less tired, therefore, more efficient.

The Nissan e-NV200 is front-wheel drive. Nice and simple!

Cruise control and a speed limiter are standard from mid-grade vehicles on both the e-NV200 Combi and e-NV200 van.

The Nissan e-NV200 can carry loads of up to 705kg for the Van and up to 658kg for the Combi.

Depending on the grade you choose, the Nissan e-NV200 comes with various useful high-tech features, such as a rear color reversing camera, a navigation system, Hill Start Assist, Bluetooth and an Intelligent Key.

The battery pack in the 100% electric e-NV200 is located in the floor, so it doesn't eat into the load space or cabin. It also lowers the center of gravity – which you’ll definitely notice when travelling around corners.

You can charge your 100% electric e-NV200 at home or at public charging stations. In addition, many businesses are now installing workplace charging to aid their employees who have made the move to electric mobility. You simply plug your vehicle into the charge point using one of the 2 cables provided with the vehicle, or plug in the tethered cable attached to the charge point into the vehicle.

We  recommended you install a Nissan-approved home charging unit (HCU) if you're going to charge at home or at the office. Whilst on the road there are a growing number of publicly-accessible charge points across the UK.

Your Nissan dealer will be able to assist you in arranging a home inspection and the installation of a HCU.

Don't worry. Nissan’s roadside assistance service is there for you as part of your warranty coverage. However, the advanced NissanConnect EV Navigation system of e-NV200 will constantly update you to show battery status, as well as the location of charging points along your route to help avoid this happening.

The Nissan e-NV200 uses a lithium-ion battery pack.

At Nissan, we are so confident in our lithium–ion battery that all Nissan e-NV200 40kW batteries are covered by an 8 year/ 100,000 mile warranty covering capacity loss below 9 bars of capacity (out of 12)  as shown on the vehicle’s capacity gauge^^.

Yes, every time you coast or apply the brakes, the electric motor acts as a generator so the engine automatically recovers some of this wasted energy and returns it to the battery. When driving with B-mode turned-on the regenerative braking function is enhanced.

The Nissan e-NV200 comes with a host of options to help you maximise your driving range.

ECO MODE:

ECO mode minimises energy consumption by softening acceleration and reducing power consumption from the air conditioning unit.

B MODE:

Increases regenerative braking, capturing more energy and transforming it into battery charge. B mode can be activated any time, whether or not you’re driving in ECO mode.

ECO-ROUTING:

The e-NV200's advanced route planner lets you plan the most energy-efficient route. Just set your parameters and the planner does the work. It’s just one of the many tools to help you get the most out of your battery’s charge.

REMOTE-CONTROL AIR CONDITIONING:

Set the air conditioning to start while your e-NV200 is still charging. That way, less battery power is lost when you're on the move and the cabin of your car is at a perfect temperature when you get behind the wheel.

Running the heater or the air conditioning will have an impact on how far you can drive. But what's really clever about the e-NV200 is that you can pre-heat or pre-cool your vehicle while it is charging, before you drive off. If you are plugged into your home charging unit or a public charging point, the power will come directly from the mains rather than from the battery which means it wont effect your range.

The government is currently offering a 20% discount off the purchase price of an e-NV200 van (up to £8000) and a grant of £3,000 off the purchase price of an e-NV200 Combi. Not only that but you’ll be exempt from vehicle excise duty (VED), the London Congestion Charge and pay reduced company car tax**^^.

Driving electric
Do not underestimate the impact that driving an environmentally friendly and responsible vehicle will have on those around you. Driving a 100% electric vehicle like the Nissan e-NV200 is the signature of a sustainable way of life and sends a really positive message from you or your business.

Consumers will pay for the cost of the vehicle, less the incentive. Dealers will deduct the government grant at the point of sale, which Nissan will reclaim from the government^.

If you are a fleet manager, please contact our corporate sales team directly:

Phone: 08002940579
Email: sales@nissancorporate.co.uk