The PIVO 3 is a compact
three-seater with the driver positioned centrally in front of the two rear passenger seats in a 1+2 layout. Designed as an urban commuter vehicle, the PIVO 3's body is just three meters (9.84 ft) long thanks in part to the use of in-wheel motors to propel the car.
While Nissan has done away with the rotating cabins found in its predecessors, the PIVO 3 will still be able to get out of most sticky situations without reversing thanks to its
zero turn gap capabilities and wide steering angle that allows the car to hang a U-turn on roads just four meters (13.12 ft) wide.
The concept car's most futuristic feature is
Automated Valet Parking (AVP) that allows the PIVO 3 to automatically drive, locate a parking space and park without any driver input. The vehicle can then charge itself and return to the driver when summoned by smartphone. Unfortunately, it might be some time before such a feature makes it into Nissan's production vehicles, as it also requires "smart" parking lot infrastructure to function.
Nissan is the latest auto manufacturer to declare its hand in the lead up to the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show with the announcement that a new version of the PIVO electric concept car will take center stage. The PIVO 3 will be joined at the Nissan stand by two other concept electric vehicles, a light commercial van prototype and smart house technology that allows a Nissan LEAF's batteries to supply a home with electricity.
