Nissan Xmotion Concept Exterior Design
- 6 years ago
When viewing the new Xmotion concept for the first time, there's an immediate recognition of Nissan signature design elements, starting with the powerful front grille, fascia and "boomerang" headlamps.
Originally introduced as a key element of the broadly acclaimed third-generation Nissan Murano crossover, the V-motion grille has been refined and adapted to nearly all current Nissan models - capped by its new, more three-dimensional execution.
For use with the Nissan Xmotion concept, the V-motion grille has evolved even further - wider, deeper and more powerful than ever. This new form even inspired the name of the Xmotion concept itself and sets the stage for use on production crossovers and SUVs well into the next decade.
Adding to its powerful shape and presence, the new grille design features horizontal bars inspired by Japanese architecture and executed in a sharp, blade-like appearance with its deep carbon color and high-gloss finish completing the grille's dramatic appearance.
The sharp-edged design theme carries over to the Nissan Xmotion concept's interpretation of the signature Nissan "boomerang" headlamps, which resemble forged steel blades. The headlamps integrate all functions into a single unit - high beam, low beam, turn signals and positioning lamps. The intensity and color of the lighting changes depending on the function.
In the rear, the unique taillight design was inspired by the detail and warmth of kumiko, Japanese woodwork and puzzles. The structure of the lights is, in fact, an optical illusion created by hologram technology.
On the sides of the Xmotion concept, innovative U-shaped bodyside highlights impart a highly sculptural presence while creating a smooth, unbroken visual flow from front to rear fenders. The section is very crisp and deep, yet the movement it conveys is soft, subtle and quiet.
Originally introduced as a key element of the broadly acclaimed third-generation Nissan Murano crossover, the V-motion grille has been refined and adapted to nearly all current Nissan models - capped by its new, more three-dimensional execution.
For use with the Nissan Xmotion concept, the V-motion grille has evolved even further - wider, deeper and more powerful than ever. This new form even inspired the name of the Xmotion concept itself and sets the stage for use on production crossovers and SUVs well into the next decade.
Adding to its powerful shape and presence, the new grille design features horizontal bars inspired by Japanese architecture and executed in a sharp, blade-like appearance with its deep carbon color and high-gloss finish completing the grille's dramatic appearance.
The sharp-edged design theme carries over to the Nissan Xmotion concept's interpretation of the signature Nissan "boomerang" headlamps, which resemble forged steel blades. The headlamps integrate all functions into a single unit - high beam, low beam, turn signals and positioning lamps. The intensity and color of the lighting changes depending on the function.
In the rear, the unique taillight design was inspired by the detail and warmth of kumiko, Japanese woodwork and puzzles. The structure of the lights is, in fact, an optical illusion created by hologram technology.
On the sides of the Xmotion concept, innovative U-shaped bodyside highlights impart a highly sculptural presence while creating a smooth, unbroken visual flow from front to rear fenders. The section is very crisp and deep, yet the movement it conveys is soft, subtle and quiet.