Nissan Introduces Its New Leaf

MAKUHARI, Japan-- Nissan Motor Co. NSANY 0.90% introduced its new Leaf electric car here Wednesday, with improved range, autonomous-driving technology and a price tag that undercuts rivals in a bid to jump-start slowing sales. Nissan said the car would go on sale in Japan on Oct. 2 and in the U.S. and Europe in January. When it goes on sale in the U.S. the vehicle will start at $29,990, slightly less expensive than the current Leaf. With bulked-up battery power, the Leaf will go 150 miles on a single charge, according to the company, up from 107 miles in the previous version. It also plans to introduce a version in the next year with a range of more than 300 miles.