# Comfortably Performative Concept Cars The Nissan IDx NISMO & Freeflow Offer Simple Comfort By Tiffany | Published 2014-01-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-idx References: [motorward](http://www.motorward.com/2014/01/nissan-idx-concepts-come-detroit-naias-2014/) & [autoweek](http://www.autoweek.com/article/20140113/CARNEWS/140119951) In light of the 2014 Autoshow in Detroit, [Nissan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-concept-2023) has unveiled their newest concept cars: the Nissan IDx Freeflow and IDx NISMO. Inspired by the simplicity of form and functionality, the Nissan IDx Freeflow offers unparalleled relaxation and comfort, similar to sitting in your own living room sofa. With a 1.5 liter engine that runs on gasoline, the car is fitted to a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The [Nissan IDx NISMO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-nissan-armada-nismo) is the sport version of the Freeflow, with a slightly lower suspension and a wider car body. The sport version is fitted with side mufflers, carbon panels, a high performance and eco-friendly 1.6 liter turbocharged engine, 19 inch wheels and a 6 speed manual shift mode and rev control. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Concept Cars:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing concept cars that prioritize comfort and functionality. - **Simplicity of Form:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating vehicles that offer simple and relaxing interiors. - **Eco-friendly Engines:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing high-performance engines that are also eco-friendly. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry by integrating comfort and functionality in concept cars. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in interior design industry by creating relaxing and comfortable car interiors. - **Green Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the green technology industry by developing high-performance and eco-friendly car engines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Racer-Inspired City Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-concept-2023.md) - [Nostalgic Explorer SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-xtrail-concepts.md) - [Sculpted Digital Conceptual Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyper-adventure.md) - [Tech-Driven Compact Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-nissan-sentra.md) - [All-Electric Racecar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariya-singleseater.md) - [Electrified Supercar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-hyper-force.md) - [Sporty All-Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-idx-performance.md) - [High-Performance Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-xcompact.md) - [Conceptual Electric Sportscars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r32ev-concept-model.md)