Nissan is giving drivers the chance to part-own a new Micra under the “world’s first digitally powered shared car ownership scheme”.

Nissan says its new service will transform the car-sharing model with a 100% digital experience, smartphone access and car geo localisation

Announced by CEO Carlos Ghosn at the carmaker’s Web Summit in Lisbon, the Nissan Intelligent Get & Go Micra service will use profile matching to group compatible owners with complementary driving needs to form a 100% digital, shared ownership community.

The service covers the new Nissan Micra Acenta 0.9O MT with Bose Personal Audio and will include insurance, servicing, access to the online matching tool, smartphone app and in-car technology. Communities will need to agree upon an annual mileage limit of 15,000km.

Carlos Ghosn said: “We are moving toward a future where car usage may be more flexible, social and shared. At Nissan, we’re pioneering new ways to allow drivers to enjoy the freedom and financial benefits of shared car ownership.”