3 popular electric cars in Japan
Electric cars are the future of the motor vehicle industry. Japan is one of the first countries to identify this is the modern age and is the first country to mass-produce an electric car. The development of technology, designs and people becoming even more environmental friendly has resulted in companies focusing more on electric cars.
As one of the leading vehicle manufacturing countries in the world, Japan was quick to identify the ‘needs’ of society. Japanese automakers were quick to give the world what they want by manufacturing some of the best electric cars in the world. Within a quick span of time these cars became popular in the JDM and around the world. Today you find these vehicles being sold in dealerships for brand new or for a better deal you can get a used one from a Japanese auction house.
Here would like to highlight the three popular electric cars from Japan!
Nissan Leaf
The Nissan Leaf is an impressive car in all aspects. It took the automobile industry by storm by becoming the world’s first ever mass produced electric car. The car’s user friendliness, the plush design, practicality and semi luxury features really made it a hit among car users. As a hatchback model it became very popular as a family car and a favourite among those who want to drive environmentally friendly! The Nissan Leaf is powered with a 25-k Wh lithium battery and it can produce 107 horsepower to the front wheels. It’s quiet and easy to maintain. The car has zero CO2 emission and it became the top selling electric car in the world several years consecutively since it’s launch in 2010.
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
The Mitsubhishi Outlander PHEV has been a recurring favourite since it launched in 2013. This spacious SUV comes with a roomy and comfortable cabin. Equipped with a 2.0 liter four cylinder engine and added electric motor capabilities, it is one of the much-loved Japanese electric SUVs. Keeping the vehicle charged is a straightforward process and the battery can be charged within five and a half hours with s three-pin plug! But it can be completely charged in less than 30 minutes through a rapid charger. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has been a fan favourite from the beginning and the automaker keeps making it better.
Toyota Prius PHEV
The Toyota Prius PHEV (Plug in Hybrid Electric Car) is a mid sized car that resembles more of a spaceship than a hybrid. As with other Toyota Cars the Prius PHEV became very popular. The car is well equipped with all the latest features of a modern car at the same time it is very eco friendly and it ideal for those who enjoy short trips. Since Toyota is all about reliability and comfort the Prius covers those two areas with flying colors.
Apart from the above three electric cars there are also other Japanese electric cars that have won the hearts of eco friendly drivers. With reliable auto auctions such as Japan Motors people around the world can access these electric machines with a simple click of a button.
Japan Motor exported a lot of electric cars to New Zealand, Kenya, Russia, Australia markets. For more details you can easily register in www.japan-motor.com, which is free and check more details.