As for performance, Nissan has yet to drop full specs for the US, but we know the Leaf will come in two powertrain configurations: one with a 52 kWh battery and 174 hp (130 kW / 176 PS), and another with a larger 75 kWh battery and a punchier 214 hp (160 kW / 218 PS).

Nissan has unveiled its third-generation Leaf EV with a completely new design. The 2026 model sheds the last vestiges of its original compact car body and leans fully into crossover SUV territory. The new look offers some design features that are commonly seen in the all-electric vehicle marketplace,

Here in the UK, ordering for the new Nissan Leaf is expected to open in the autumn, with first deliveries from spring 2026. There’s no word yet on new Nissan Leaf prices, but a starting price upwards of £30,000 would make it competitive with its rivals from Kia, Skoda and Volkswagen.