Nissan Unveils Bold Electrification Plans with New Models and Major Upgrades
SME News UK .Nissan is charging ahead with its electrification strategy, announcing an exciting line-up of new electric vehicles and technology updates that will shape the future of mobility in Europe and beyond.
Britain’s largest car manufacturer confirmed the arrival of the third-generation Nissan LEAF, the return of the iconic Micra as a fully electric urban vehicle, and an upgraded Qashqai e-POWER system. Adding to the momentum, Nissan revealed that the next-generation JUKE will debut in FY2026 as a pure electric vehicle.
Key Highlights:
All-New Micra EV: Launching in 2025, the stylish, compact Micra will return as a fully electric vehicle. Designed in London at Nissan Design Europe, the new Micra promises a bold, urban look and will offer two battery options (40kWh and 52kWh) with a range of up to 248 miles. Production will take place at the Ampere ElectriCity plant in Douai, France.
Third-Generation LEAF: Nissan’s revolutionary LEAF, the world’s first mass-market EV, will enter its third generation with an aerodynamic, futuristic design. Built in Sunderland, UK, the new LEAF will be developed on Nissan’s advanced CMF-EV platform and play a pivotal role in the company’s EV36Zero project — transforming Sunderland into a flagship EV hub.
Upgraded Qashqai e-POWER: Nissan’s unique e-POWER hybrid technology will be refined further, improving efficiency, emissions, and driving experience. This continuous improvement follows the Japanese principle of Kaizen and will bring drivers even closer to the feeling of a full EV without the need to recharge.
Next-Gen JUKE EV: Nissan also confirmed that development is underway on the third-generation JUKE, which will launch as a fully electric model in FY2026, inspired by the Hyper Punk concept car.
Leadership Commentary: Leon Dorssers, Regional Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Nissan AMIEO region, stated:
“The renewal of Nissan’s European line-up is the realisation of our bold plan to electrify our range. Our new models will combine striking design, technical innovation and intuitive technology to attract new customers and delight existing ones.”
David Moss, Senior Vice President, Research & Development, AMIEO region, added:
“With the return of the Micra EV, the next-generation LEAF and upgrades to e-POWER, we’re delivering a future-ready, electrified line-up that offers efficiency, innovation and an exceptional driving experience.”
These product announcements form part of Nissan’s broader global strategy to accelerate its transition to sustainable mobility, with major model updates also planned across Japan, the US, China, Latin America, Middle East, India, Africa, and Oceania.
