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"   Nissan NV200 London Taxi The streets of London may never quite look the same if Nissan gets its way. Japanese manufacturer, Nissan, has unveiled a bold new vision for the future of the London `black cab&amp;#039; and its 300,000 daily users \u2013 the Nissan NV200 London Taxi. The NV200 London Taxi will offer significantly reduced CO2 outputs compared to current taxi models \u2013 a focus in line with the Mayor Boris Johnson&amp;#039;s Air Quality strategy for London. An all-electric e-NV200 concept is also set to undergo trials in the Capital. Taxi versions of the NV200 have already been unveiled in Tokyo and it has also been chosen as the exclusive New York City `Taxi of tomorrow&amp;#039;.   Nissan NV200 London Taxi Nissan has a respected place in the Capital&amp;#039;s taxi history \u2013 its 2.7-litre TD27 diesel engine was chosen for the iconic LTI FX4 `Fairway&amp;#039; black cab, which introduced improved speed, reliability and efficiency to the London cabbie&amp;#039;s daily drive. The same engine also featured in the Fairway&amp;#039;s successor, the TX1.   Nissan NV200 London Taxi Designed from the inside out for the well-being of passengers, the driver and other road users, the NV200 London Taxi is more efficient and more environmentally considerate than current `black cab&amp;#039; models, while delivering improved comfort, space and convenience for occupants. A particular focus was also placed on providing for passengers with mobility issues.   Nissan NV200 London Taxi The Nissan NV200 London Taxi comfortably seats five adults \u2013 three on a rear bench with two on rear-facing, fold-down seats. The front passenger seat has been removed to create space for luggage. A stand-out feature is the taxi&amp;#039;s sliding passenger doors, which were developed for easy open and close. They are also much safer for pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles because they do not swing out to create a potential obstruction.   Nissan NV200 London Taxi An all electric version could have an even bigger impact on London&amp;#039;s air quality. With running costs estimated to be around one fifth of a conventional, diesel-powered Hackney Carriage it is likely to be popular with drivers too. The extensive modifications to the standard NV200 ensure the model fully conforms to the regulations set in the TfL London Taxi Conditions of Fitness. These include being able to accommodate a wheelchair passenger and achieve a 25ft turning-circle \u2013 a legal requirement for all Hackney carriages, said to originate from the small roundabout in front of the famous Savoy Hotel on The Strand that taxis needed to round in one manoeuvre.   Nissan NV200 London Taxi Nissan isn&amp;#039;t the only manufacturer trying to win the hearts, minds and wallets of London&amp;#039;s cabbie drivers with Mercedes-Benz Vito Taxi is on course for a record year as it aims to build on its 40% share of the Metropolitan Taxi sector in the UK. Fitted with the sophisticated Low Speed Manoeuvrability system (LSM) enabling rear wheel steering, the Vito Taxi also has a kerb-to-kerb turning circle of just 25ft. Standard equipment includes independent air conditioning for the driver and passengers, Parktronic sensors, flush-fitting electric steps and electrically opening and closing doors. The passenger and driver space is kept clear of luggage thanks to a large boot and a further, large, versatile space next to the driver, freeing up a substantial one-meter area for stowage. The luggage sits in the rear crumple zone, leaving the passenger safety cell clear for maximum comfort.   Mercedes-Benz Vito Taxi Related posts:   2014 Nissan NV200 Taxi \u2013 2012 New York Auto Show New York Selects Nissan Van as its New Taxi Taxi! \u2013 London&amp;#039;s Iconic Black Cab Hits Kosovo  "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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