Nissan has unveiled the Hyper Force Concept that rounds up the quintet of ‘hyper’ concept vehicles, which includes the Hyper Tourer concept that will preview the next Elgrand MPV. The Hyper Force concept is an all-electric supercar featuring a dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain, which would make it the EV interpretation of a future GT-R model.
According to Nissan, the Hyper Force concept aims to “deliver the ultimate in driving pleasure while also offering high environmental performance and comfort for daily use,” and to that end features an AWD powertrain that can produce up to 1,000 kW (1,360 PS) fed by an all-solid-state battery, and is harnessed by the manufacturer’s e-4ORCE all-wheel control technology.
Construction is by high-strength carbon to yield a lightweight body – though no weight figures were provided – while its exterior generates “powerful downforce” courtesy of design that was developed with the brand’s Nismo racing division.
The two-tier aerodynamic structure beneath the bonnet offers both high downforce and cooling performance, while a dual rear diffuser aids in airflow beneath the rear of the car. Further aero components include front canards and fender flip and rear wing, as well as a newly developed plasma actuator that suppresses air detachment to maximise grip through reducing inner-wheel lift when cornering, says Nissan. Its wheels are made of forged carbon, which further aid aerodynamics and brake cooling.
Two drive modes feature in the Hyper Force – GT for Grand Touring, and R for Racing. Its graphics interface changes colours depending on the mode selected, and has been designed to show the driver the information that is required the most for a given set of circumstances.
In R mode, the sportier of two settings, the cabin of the Hyper Force is illuminated in red and panels around the dashboard extend toward the seat for a more wrapped-around feel for the driver. The four satellite screens display tyre grip and temperature, air pressure, brake rotor temperature, power distribution and more.
In GT mode, the cabin is lit in blue and the screens move away from the driver and combine to form a single infotainment interface, and this offers controls for air-conditioning, audio, suspension and stabliser settings. These graphics have been crafted by Polyphony Digital, makers of the Gran Turismo platform, who also made the graphics for the R35 GT-R’s multi-function display.
The driver and front passenger seats are constructed of lightweight carbon-fibre and are outfitted with four-point seat belts. Here, the cabin of the Hyper Force also offers augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experiences when the vehicle is stopped, and the driver can use VR-equipped visors for virtual racing in the car, either against the clock or other drivers online.
Its a glimpse into the future of the GT-R high-performance model, then. What do you think of the Nissan Hyper Force concept?
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