Nissan is preparing a set of news to unveil at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show, which will take place from January 10 to 12.
Among the highlights are three prototypes designed by students from the Nissan Automobile Technical College, including a station wagon variant of the Nissan Z.
Designed by fourth-year students from the Automotive Maintenance and Customization Department, the so-called Z Lealia is envisioned as a “sporty station wagon meant for family trips”, aiming to provide a blend of excitement with everyday family needs. Nissan revealed that the name Lealia combines the English word “lead” with the Latin word “family”.
Based on the M35 Stagea, the Z Lealia features a sleek aesthetic reminiscent of the latest RZ34 Fairlady Z. The students cut parts from the rear fender and roof and welded the rear section of a Nissan Leaf. Additionally, they also widened the rear fenders to recreate the more muscular stance of the Z.
This prototype features a body color in Ikazuchi Yellow, the same shade offered on the well-known Nissan Z.
In addition to the Z Lealia, students from the Nissan Automobile Technical College will unveil the NEO Skyline and the Bluebird Kiwami. The NEO Skyline is a modern interpretation of the Nissan Skyline from the 1970s. Based on the coupe version of the well-known model from the Japanese brand, it features details that immediately identify it as a Skyline, such as the round taillights, as well as the body color in “Tomoaki Blue.”
The third prototype is the Bluebird Kiwami, based on the PU11 Bluebird Maxima, a flagship model sold 36 years ago. It features a hardtop body with 4 doors and no central pillar, known for its luxury and spacious interior.
The students chose the name Kiwami (“ultimate” in Japanese) as a reflection of the refinement of every aspect of the car, while not ignoring Nissan’s own DNA for an emotional driving experience.
Merging luxury with dynamics, the Bluebird Kiwami embodies the vision of Generation Z students for a luxury car that offers a sports driving experience.
The three prototypes to be unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show are merely a style exercise by the students of Nissan College, and therefore, none of them will go into production.
