Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., has unveiled a new concept car based on the first-generation Murano SUV called "EA2", equipped with X-by-wire technology, which uses wires and electrical impulses to replace mechanical linkages for the control of major systems such as steering, braking and transmission, reducing vehicle weight and freeing space for occupants.

By replacing conventional mechanical linkages with by-wire technology, steering and braking systems can be re-packaged to create more internal space without changing the vehicle's overall length. On the EA2 concept, this has made it possible to add a third row of seating and capacity for seven passengers. By-wire also allows the adoption of a smaller racing-style steering wheel that requires less steering input and can be moved to facilitate easier ingress and egress.

The brake-by-wire system reduces pedal travel through the use of an electrical system instead of boosters, links and hydraulic cylinders, freeing up more interior space. The adoption of steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire systems has resulted in an interior length of 2,600mm - 110mm more than the conventional model.

The car¡¯s shift-by-wire system allows for the installation of a movable centre console, making it easier to move between the driver and front passenger seats.