Nissan IMk Concept Is The “Ultimate Urban Commuter” For The Electric Age

This is the Nissan IMk Concept, referred to by the Japanese automaker as the “ultimate urban commuter” and set to be unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show.

The concept draws on Nissan’s new ‘Timeless Japanese Futurism’ design language and is painted in a reddish copper color referred to as ‘Akagane.’ Contrasting the copper finish are a number of silver accents, including the A-pillars and parts of the front grille or ‘shield’ as Nissan refers to it for its electric models.

Inside, the study is a radical departure from current Nissan production vehicles and incorporates light grey fabric across the dashboard and steering wheel said to provide a “cozy atmosphere.” Found on the lower section of the door panels are wooden accents and distinctive ambient lighting. Nissan has also fitted dark coffee-colored floor carpeting to add to the relaxing feel.

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Like so many new cars, the IMk Concept ditches virtually all physical buttons in favor of a central touchscreen to operate the air conditioning/heating controls as well as a handful of holographic displays that show customized information to the driver.

“We could have kept all the surfaces inside the IMk’s cabin flat, which would have equated to more physical space,” executive design director at Nissan Satoru Tai said. “The IMk fuses a modern, clean look, driven by its Japanese heritage, with cutting-edge EV technology. Unconstrained by conventional concepts of the kei car segment, its design is interwoven with Japanese culture. It’s a luxury small EV that I hope a lot of customers are going to drive.”

Nissan has not detailed the electric powertrain used by the concept but says the car is equipped with its latest ProPILOT advanced driver assistance technologies and seamless connectivity features. In addition, it includes Invisible-to-Visible technology that tracks the vehicle’s immediate surroundings and anticipates what’s ahead of the vehicle or even behind a building or around a corner.