Nissan creates the e-NV200 WORKSPACe

Are there many caffeine-addicted people who need a tiny electric-powered mobile office that can't travel very far? Probably not, but Nissan has nevertheless teamed up with designers Studio Hardie to concoct the one-off e-NV200 WORKSPACe.

Despite somewhat cramped proportions, the interior has an airy ambience thanks to a predominantly white colour scheme, LED lights, a panoramic glass roof and oak flooring. If a greater connection to the outdoors is required, then the split rear doors can be opened to deploy a rather gimmicky 'floating deck'.

Nissan e-NV200 WORKSPACe (2016) Rear Side

Beneath a touch-screen computer sits a very small fold-down desk with a built-in pencil tray. For sustenance, a mini fridge and a fancy coffee machine comprise the kitchenette situated on the opposite side.

Also fitted are a wireless phone charging dock, a Bluetooth audio system, two moveable leather-covered chairs and a wireless internet facility. Completing the specification is a Brompton folding bicycle that hangs from a bespoke carrying bracket.

The concept certainly incorporates some novel features but, because it's based on the pure-electric e-NV200 van, driving range is limited to just 106 miles (170 kilometres) on a single charge.

For the time being at least, Nissan isn't planning a production version.

Nissan e-NV200 WORKSPACe (2016) InteriorNissan e-NV200 WORKSPACe (2016) Side

Nissan e-NV200 WORKSPACe (2016) RearNissan e-NV200 WORKSPACe (2016) Front Side

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