Nismo Returns To Europe With Nissan Ariya Nismo

Nissan Ariya. (Doc. Nissan Global)

JAKARTA - Nissan announced the return of Nismo's top performance division to the European market by immediately launching Ariya Nismo, an electric-powered SUV.

Details about the specifications of the European version of the Ariya Nismo model are still limited, while the Japanese version offers two choices of powertrains. Nismo has also teased fans with the announcement of a new model that will be launched on July 18 through the manufacturer's Youtube channel.

NISMO is back in Europe! We bring this attractive brand back to the market with a new and fresh model. As we push electrification on our product lineup, it is important for us to continue to offer elite and attractive models to customers and also NISMO fans," said European Nissan's Vice President of Marketing & Sales Division Mayra Gonz Saylez, in a manufacturer release, July 17.

He also added that Arya NISMO provided a perfect balance between the quick response and acceleration of electric cars and the mechanical refinement of sports cars, resulting in an extraordinary car for daily driving.

Launching Carscoops, July 17, Nissan's ranks in Europe have tended to be dominated by crossovers and vans, making them less attractive to car lovers with character. However, with Nismo's return, hopes for a more sporting choice began to grow. Unfortunately, it was not Z Nismo who will attend, but Ariya Nismo.

Nissan said that the European version of the Ariya Nismo will be equipped with a precision-tuned brake pad as well as a "e-4ORCE system that is tuned for better energy distribution and torque to wheels. In addition, the cabin will carry a black theme with a striking red accent, as well as a Nismo seat inspired by the Formula E car.

Meanwhile, Ariya Nismo, which was launched in Japan in early March, offered two choices of powertrains. The basic model is equipped with a 66 kWh battery and an all-wheel drive system with two electric motors, generating 362 hp and 560 Nm torque power. Another option is a 91 kWh battery with an increase in power to 429 hp and a 442 Nm torque.

Nissan also ensured that the Nismo variant would be available in all countries where Ariya was marketed.