Nissan has made it clear the Terra is not meant to showcase any future technologies – which begs the question, what is its purpose? The Terra Electric SUV does boast a clever drivetrain – the front wheels are powered by the same electric motor and battery setup found in the Nissan Leaf, while the rear wheels each have their own electric motor for added thrust. A small hydrogen powered engine generates power to charge the vehicle’s batteries.
Nissan will be taking the Terra electric suv concept to the Paris Motor Show this year. Nissan thinks its youthful customers in Northern Europe are pining for a sustainable runabout that looks like an overstuffed Juke…