Now it's a crossover: Nissan has revealed the design of the new Leaf
Nissan today revealed the design of the next-generation Leaf electric car. The full presentation of the model will take place in June this year. The start of sales in Japan, Europe and the US is expected before the end of the 2025 fiscal year.
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The first and second generation Nissan Leaf were hatchbacks. The third-generation Leaf shown today moves into the compact crossover class. Nissan didn't reveal many details, mentioning only that the model will get 19-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic roof and improved aerodynamics.
It is also stated that the version for the North American market will get a NACS standard charging socket. This means that the Leaf will be able to charge also from Tesla Supercharger stations.
The third-generation Nissan Leaf. Illustration: Nissan Motor
The new Leaf is built on the CMF-EV platform first used in the Ariya, and Nissan promises improved energy management, a more compact unit layout and improved dynamic performance. The range is also expected to be significantly greater than the previous version.
The second-generation Nissan Leaf (2022). Photo: Nissan Motor
The original Nissan Leaf came out in 2010 as the brand's first mass-market electric car. The hatchback was a global hit, but subsequently its development effectively stopped - also due to its outdated air-cooled battery and utilitarian design. Nissan failed to capitalise on its first mover advantage, and it wasn't until 2023 that the company launched its next global electric car, the Ariya crossover.
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