2026 Nissan LEAF

Nissan unveils all-new third-generation LEAF

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today unveiled the all-new 2026 LEAF. Completely reimagined with clean, dynamic body lines, the third-generation LEAF combines a sleek profile with an SUV-like stance. Inside, a refined, minimalist cabin is optimized for roominess, comfort and wellbeing to accommodate all of life’s journeys.

With over 15 years of proven dependability and the customer insights of almost 700,000 global sales, the all-new LEAF builds on the model’s DNA of reliable, affordable and attractive EV ownership, delivering strong value for the mass-market.

Beyond appealing to EV customers, the all-new LEAF is a compelling option for internal combustion engine buyers. With a substantially increased driving range, faster charging speeds and an array of drive-enhancing technologies, it makes EV ownership easier and more enjoyable.

The all-new LEAF will reach U.S. Nissan dealerships in the Fall, with other markets to follow.

Numerous Nissan-first features include:

  • New 3-in-1 powertrain with compact integrated motor, inverter and reducer
  • North American Charging Standard (NACS) port with Plug & Charge functionality added to vehicles in North America
  • 3D holographic tail lamps
  • Available dimming panoramic roof with heat shielding

A range of firsts for the LEAF nameplate also include:

  • Liquid cooled lithium-ion batteries with up to 75-kWh usable capacity
  • Available dual 14.3-inch displays
  • Available Google built-in2, including Google Maps
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™
  • Flush door handles
  • Available 19-inch wheels
  • Available 64-color ambient interior lighting
  • 3D Intelligent Around View® Monitor3
  • Invisible Hood View3 and Front Wide View3
  • Available Bose® Personal® Plus premium audio

The all-new Nissan LEAF will be assembled for the U.S. and Canada markets alongside the Ariya at Nissan’s Tochigi plant in Japan.

The iconic EV reimagined

The all-new 2026 Nissan LEAF makes effortless EV ownership a reality. Featuring a more streamlined charging experience, improved range, a more enjoyable drive and a remarkably sleek new design, LEAF represents the best of Nissan EV technology.

LEAF’s long range and quick charging make ownership a breeze. It is estimated to deliver up to 303 miles of range per charge2. Additionally, LEAF can be recharged at compatible Level 3 chargers from 10% to 80% in just 35 minutes3. Coupled with predicted enhanced energy efficiency and North American Charging Standard (NACS) compatibility, the all-new 2026 Nissan LEAF simplifies commuting and road trips alike.

“The 2026 Nissan LEAF is the stylish, smart EV that is easy to charge, easy to live with and makes daily driving more fun,” said Christian Meunier, chairman, Nissan Americas. “Nissan’s unmatched level of knowledge in the mass-market electric vehicle space resulted in the third-generation LEAF being the most effortless, most intuitive EV yet.”

The all-new 2026 LEAF will reach Nissan dealerships this fall.

 

Sleek new design

“We have completely reconstructed the values of the next-generation LEAF,” said Tase Nobutaka, program design director at Nissan. “We made it simple and clean, yet with a more energetic feeling. We ensured the all-new LEAF has a dynamic shape, testing it time and time again to reach our ambitious aerodynamic targets.”

The 2026 LEAF has a crossover form factor that precisely blends aerodynamic performance with clean, dynamic lines. It has a substantially decreased drag coefficient of just 0.26, down from the prior LEAF’s 0.29, contributing to its impressive efficiency.

LEAF’s super-clean exterior includes motorized flush front door handles, a first on a Nissan production car, with concealed rear door handles in the C-pillar. In front, a black grille is home to the optionally illuminated Nissan emblem, stacked rectangular lighting elements and an available full-width running lamp.

The upper body is defined by a sleekly curving roofline, accentuated by a katana blade-like molding, recalling that on the Nissan Z sports car. The window glass has been seamlessly integrated for a cleaner appearance and improved aerodynamic performance.

The rear fenders kick up dramatically to meet the sloping rear window. Mounted at a 45º angle, a spoiler on the liftgate is subtle yet crucially important to LEAF’s aerodynamic performance.

Throughout the car, Nissan designers incorporated “2-3″ iconography consisting of two rectangles paired with three perpendicularly aligned rectangles. This references the company’s name, with “2-3″ pronounced “ni-san” in Japanese. The graphic is seen in the headlights and tail lamps, the wheel designs and subtly incorporated into the cabin, to reference the company’s history and identity.

LEAF SV+ wears 18-inch alloy wheels incorporating the 2-3 graphic, while LEAF PLATINUM+ features 19-inch wheels with a unique design.

Bold color choices emphasize LEAF’s progressive and modern appearance, including Seabreeze Blue Pearl with Black roof, Coulis Red Pearl with black roof, Everest White Pearl Tricoat with black roof, Boulder Gray Pearl with black roof, Deep Ocean Blue Pearl, Everest White, Gun Metallic and Black Diamond Pearl.

 

Spacious, minimalist, connected

The inside of the new LEAF is roomy and airy, with a seamless yet functional design, with unexpected charm throughout. It’s noticeably spacious, with redesigned seats that enhance second-row knee room; an open, flat floor beneath the dashboard; and a slimmer center console by virtue of relocating shift controls to the dashboard. Available 64-color ambient lighting (PLATINUM+ grade) allows drivers to personalize the cabin’s illumination to their preferences.

An available dimming panoramic roof – a segment first4 – can be varied from transparent to near-totally opaque at the press of a button. The reversible process uses a multi-layer glass element that helps block light and heat when an electrical current is applied. Not only impressive to watch in action, this advanced panoramic roof increases headroom and improves aerodynamics compared to a traditional moonroof.

Designed as a crossover, LEAF makes it easy to step in and out. The spacious cargo area offers up to 55.5 cubic feet of space behind the second-row seats. An available Divide-N-Hide® organizer helps secure additional cargo below the trunk floor, or can be removed for additional cargo room.

The effortless EV experience

Building on its long history of offering accessible EV mobility to all, Nissan developed the all-new 2026 LEAF to deliver enhanced driving range and to simplify charging. LEAF uses a new 75-kWh, liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack paired with a 214-horsepower electric motor.

LEAF can charge at up to 150 kW, speeding up road trips by reducing the amount of time needed to stop at public chargers. Its dual charging ports give owners convenience and flexibility in how and where they recharge.

A familiar J1772 charge port on the driver’s-side fender allows for plugging in at home and many Level 2 public chargers, while the NACS fast charge port on the passenger-side fender unlocks the faster speeds of over 20,000 Tesla Superchargers.

Public charging is made simpler thanks to the NISSAN Energy Charge Network5, accessed through the enhanced MyNISSAN app, it allows drivers to find charging stations, see real-time charger availability and pay for charging – all in one seamless experience. The NISSAN ENERGY Charge Network is one of the largest public charging networks with more than 100,000 in-network chargers in the U.S.

LEAF is the first Nissan vehicle with Plug & Charge6. When activated, drivers can simply plug LEAF into a compatible public charger and the charging session will begin – no need to open an app or swipe a payment card.

LEAF will also be offered with a 52-kWh battery pack (late availability7) paired with a 174-horsepower motor, offering EV drivers a choice in the amount of driving range and value they desire.

 

Simplified charging in winter

The 2026 Nissan LEAF offers consistent charging performance even in cold weather thanks to its enhanced battery thermal management system. The battery pack is sealed by a resin cover beneath the vehicle, helping keep cold air, snow and slush away from it during winter driving. LEAF also now captures wasted heat from the drive motor and the on-board charger, and re-purposes that heat to help warm the battery to its ideal temperature range. By maintaining an ideal battery temperature during cold weather, LEAF offers improved energy efficiency that can contribute to greater driving range, as well as more predictable charging performance.

To further optimize energy usage during cold conditions, LEAF offers an energy-efficient heat pump, standard on SV+ and PLAT+ trims, to help warm the cabin. An available battery heater further contributes to winter charging performance; the driver can engage the heater to warm the battery before charging in cold weather.

 

Simply connected

LEAF brings familiar apps and intuitive connectivity right to the vehicle dashboard with available Google built-in1 – including Google Maps, Google Assistant and the Play Store – with dual 14.3-inch screens in SV+ and PLATINUM+ grades.

The integrated Google Maps interface makes planning long trips effortless because the Maps app identifies and recommends charging stops based on each route. It also predicts the vehicle’s remaining state of charge at the destination, and allows the driver to adjust the level of charge they would like to arrive with.

For more powerful and immersive music, PLATINUM+ features a class-exclusive Bose® Personal Plus® sound system8 with 10 speakers, including front headrest speakers that allow the driver to focus phone calls or navigation directions only to the front seat.

LEAF S and S+ feature dual 12.3-inch screens and standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™.

All LEAF grades make it simple to keep devices charged. Two front USB Type C ports are standard, while SV+ and PLATINUM+ add two charge-only rear USB Type C ports and a wireless phone charger.

 

Confidence for the road ahead

The all-new 2026 Nissan LEAF has been extensively tested across locations in Europe, Asia and North America. In the U.S. alone, engineers have accumulated more than 1,500 days of testing from the deserts of the Southwest to the bitter cold of Fairbanks, Alaska. Nissan also tested LEAF’s charging performance with employees’ own charging stations in their garages, ensuring the new model would effortlessly connect to chargers of almost any make or model.

Like all Nissan vehicles, LEAF has numerous technologies that enhance driver confidence and convenience. It has standard Nissan Safety Shield® 3609 on all grades, including Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert. It also features Lane Departure Prevention, Blind Spot Intervention and Forward Collision Warning.

Several useful camera systems include 3D Intelligent Around View® Monitor9, which features eight pre-selected angles from which the driver can see a virtual view of the car, providing a more natural viewpoint to see the vehicle’s surroundings when parking or maneuvering. Front Wide View9 is new to LEAF and provides a wide-angle view to the front and sides of the vehicle. It provides additional visibility for “seeing” past parked cars or around corners in tight garages. Additionally, Invisible Hood View9 allows for a virtual view “through” the engine bay to help spot car wash tracks, drive-through curbs or other obstacles.

All LEAF grades feature ProPILOT Assist9, which combines Intelligent Cruise Control with steering assistance to help the driver stay centered in their lane and maintain a set speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.

LEAF additionally includes a Nissan-first safety technology called Secondary Collision Mitigation Braking9. When the air bag control unit detects a collision, it applies the brakes to help reduce the severity of or prevent a secondary crash into another vehicle or hazard.


2026 Nissan LEAF Specifications

S – Standard O – Optional

Mechanical

Mechanical and Platform

S

S+, SV+, PLATINUM+

130 kW AC synchronous electric motor

S

160 kW AC synchronous electric motor

S

52 kWh lithium-ion battery

S

75 kWh lithium-ion battery

S

174 horsepower, 254 lb-ft of torque

S

214 horsepower, 261 lb-ft of torque

S

7.2 kW onboard charger

S

Charging time1 (est.)

240V

TBD

Quick Charge, 10% to 80%

35 minutes

Portable charge cable (120V / 240V EVSE)

S

J1772 charging port

S

North American Charging Standard (NACS) port

S

Plug & Charge capability

S

Vehicle-to-load capability (V2L), 1,500 watts (requires adapter for exterior J1772 port)

S

 

Steering

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Type Vehicle-speed-sensitive electric power- steering
Turning diameter (curb-to-curb, ft.)

35.4

Steering wheel

Manual tilt

S

Manual telescopic

S

TailorFit™

S

Heated

S

Cruise control switches

S

Audio and Bluetooth® switches

S

Exterior

Wheels and Tires

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Wheels

18-inch steel with full wheel covers

S

S

18-inch aluminum-alloy

S

19-inch aluminum-alloy

S

Tires

215/55 R18 Yokohama AVID GT

S

S

S

235/45 R19 Bridgestone Alenza Sport A/S

S

 

Lights

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Headlights

LED

S

Automatic on/off

S

LED daytime running lights

S

High Beam Assist

S

LED tail lights

S

Center high-mounted stop light

S

LED daytime running lights

S

LED full center signature lamp

S

Interior

Cargo area

S

Ambient lighting, white

S

S

S

Ambient lighting, multicolor

S

 

Exterior Features

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Outside mirrors

Dual power remote-controlled

S

Integrated LED turn signals

S

S

Heated

S

Memory

S

Roof rails

S

Dimming panoramic roof

S

Manual liftgate

S

S

S

Motion-activated power liftgate

S

 

Audio/Navigation

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

NissanConnect® with 12.3-inch touchscreen

S

S

NissanConnect® with 14.3-inch touchscreen

S

S

NissanConnect® Services with Google Assistant, Google Maps, Play Store, Nissan Door to Door Connected Navigation

S

S

Wireless Apple CarPlay®

S

Wireless Android Auto™

S

SiriusXM® 360

S

Amazon Alexa Built-in

S

4-speaker audio system

S

S

6-speaker audio system

S

Bose® Personal Plus® audio system with 10 speakers

S

USB Type C ports (front)

2

USB Type C ports (rear, charge-only)

2

2

Wireless phone charging pad

S

S

Bluetooth® hands-free phone system

S

NissanConnect® telematics – 5G

S

 

Instrumentation

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

12.3-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display

S

S

14.3-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display

S

S

Head-up display

S

Meters/gauges

S

     Speedometer

Digital

     Power meter

Digital

     Outside temperature

Digital

     Tire pressure warning

Digital

     Shift position indicator

Digital

     Clock

Digital

Battery temperature

Digital

Remaining energy gauge

Digital

Capacity level gauge

Digital

 

Comfort and ConvenienceFeatures

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

ProPILOT Assist

S

Nissan Intelligent Key™ with push-button start

S

Power windows with remote open for driver’s window

S

Power door locks with auto locking system

S

Regenerative braking paddles

S

S

Cup holders – 2 in center console

S

Bottle holders – 4 (door panels)

S

Sun visors with extension

S

Glove compartment

S

Sunglasses holder

S

S

Bluetooth® hands-free phone system

S

Variable intermittent windshield wipers

S

S

S

Automatic windshield wipers with rain sensor

S

Rear window defroster

S

Automatic climate control with rear foot ducting

S

Room lamp

S

12-volt power outlet (front)

S

Hybrid heater system (heat pump)

S

S

Battery heater

O

O

Charging timer – set desired charge time

S

Center console storage

S

Divide-N-Hide® Cargo System

S

S

Manual-dimming inside rearview mirror

S

S

S

Frameless auto-dimming inside rearview mirror

S

Hands-free text messaging assistant

S

Rear Door Alert

S

Rear air vent

S

S

V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) capable using J1772 port (adapter required)

S

V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) plug in cargo area

S

Safety and Security

Passenger Restraint Systems

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual- stage supplemental front air bags with seat
belt sensors and occupant classification sensor

S

Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags

S

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bags

S

Driver and front passenger knee supplemental air bags

S

Rear seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags

S

 

Active Safety
Anti-lock braking system

S

Vehicle Dynamic Control

S

Traction control system

S

Tire pressure monitoring system

S

 

Safety, Security and Driving Aids

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Predictive Forward Collision Warning

S

Forward Collision Warning

S

Automatic Emergency Braking (with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection)

S

High Beam Assist

S

ProPILOT Assist

S

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

S

Lane Departure Warning

S

Lane Departure Prevention

S

Lane Keep Assist

S

Blind Spot Warning

S

Blind Spot Intervention

S

Driver Attention Alert

S

Traffic Sign Recognition

S

3D Intelligent Around View® Monitor

S

Front Wide View

S

Front sonar sensors

S

S

Rear sonar sensors

S

Post-collision auto-hazard and emergency call

S

Dimensions

Exterior (inches)

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Wheelbase

105.9

Overall length

173.4

Overall width (without/with mirrors)

71.3 / 82.6

Overall height

61.3

Track width front/rear

62.4/62.1

62.0/61.7

Ground clearance

5.3

Angle of approach (degrees)

18.0

Angle of departure (degrees)

23.7

 

Interior

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Seating capacity

5 passengers

Front (inches)

Headroom

39.9

Legroom

42.4

Hip room

53.2

Shoulder room

56.0

Rear (inches)

Headroom

37.2

36.6

Legroom

31.8

Hip room

51.5

Shoulder room

54.6

Passenger compartment volume (cubic feet)

TBD

Cargo volume (cubic feet)

Second row upright

20

Second row folded

55.5

Total volume (cubic feet)

TBD

Weights and Capacities

Weights (pounds)

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Front

2,263

2,349

2,349

2,425

Rear

1,692

1,838

1,862

1,944

Total

3,955

4,187

4,231

4,369

Weight distribution (percentage, front/rear)

57/43

56/44

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

 

Nissan-Estimated Range and Efficiency

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

City (MPGe)

TBD

131

123

110

Highway (MPGe)

TBD

111

105

96

Combined (MPGe)

TBD

121

114

103

Range (miles)

TBD

303

288

259

Options and Packages

Options

S

S+

SV+

PLAT+

Battery Heater

O

O

120V Power Outlet

O

  1. Charging times and range estimates may vary depending on driving/charging habits, weather, temperature and battery age.

S – Standard O – Optional

 

 

 

 


  1. Feature availability varies by vehicle model year, model, trim level, packaging and options. Consumer activation of NissanConnect Services SELECT package (“Package”) required. Package trial period included with eligible new vehicle purchase or lease. Trial period may be subject to change or termination at any time and without notice. After trial period ends, monthly subscription fee required. Driving is serious business and requires your full attention. Only use features when safe and legal to do so. Never program while driving. GPS mapping may not be detailed in all areas or reflect current road status. Connectivity service required. App subscriptions may be required. Data rates may apply. Subject to third party service availability. Should such service providers terminate or restrict service or features, service or features may be suspended or terminated without notice or with no liability to NISSAN or its partners or agents. Google, Google Play and Google Maps are trademarks of Google LLC. For more information, see www.nissanusa.com/connect/legal.
  2. Nissan-estimated range for S+ grade.
  3. Charging time and capacity may vary based on power source, ambient temperature, battery temperature, condition, age, and use of vehicle accessories while charging.
  4. Available feature. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2026 Nissan LEAF vs. latest in-market competitors in the XSUV – Compact Class (EVs only).
  5. Public charging networks are provided by independent companies and are subject to their own respective policies, terms, and/or conditions, and are not within Nissan’s control. Should such independent companies terminate or restrict service or features, service or features may be suspended or terminated without notice or with no liability to Nissan or its partners or agents.  Nissan is not responsible for associated costs (including additional equipment or equipment replacements/upgrades, if available) or other third party changes that may be required for connectivity with a charger station. Availability of charging stations not guaranteed.
  6. Subscription and activation required. See Nissan Store in the MyNISSAN app for Terms and Conditions.
  7. 52 kWh lithium-ion battery not available at time of 2026 LEAF market release date. Expected availability Spring 2026.
  8. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2026 Nissan LEAF vs. latest in-market competitors in the XSUV – Compact Class (EVs only). Based on manufacturers’ websites. Bose® is a registered trademark of The Bose Corporation.
  9. Driver-assist and safety features have limitations which affect how they function in certain situations. The driver must never rely exclusively on any vehicle feature to warn about, prevent, or lessen the severity of a collision.  It is the driver’s responsibility to always be in control, monitor the surroundings, and safely operate the vehicle. Read your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for further information.

  1. Nissan-estimated range for S+ grade.
  2. Feature availability varies by vehicle model year, model, trim level, packaging and options. Consumer activation of NissanConnect Services SELECT package (“Package”) required. Package trial period included with eligible new vehicle purchase or lease. Trial period may be subject to change or termination at any time and without notice. After trial period ends, monthly subscription fee required. Driving is serious business and requires your full attention. Only use features when safe and legal to do so. Never program while driving. GPS mapping may not be detailed in all areas or reflect current road status. Connectivity service required. App subscriptions may be required. Data rates may apply. Subject to third party service availability. Should such service providers terminate or restrict service or features, service or features may be suspended or terminated without notice or with no liability to NISSAN or its partners or agents. Google, Google Play and Google Maps are trademarks of Google LLC. For more information, see www.nissanusa.com/connect/legal.
  3. Driver-assist and safety features have limitations which affect how they function in certain situations. The driver must never rely exclusively on any vehicle feature to warn about, prevent, or lessen the severity of a collision.  It is the driver’s responsibility to always be in control, monitor the surroundings, and safely operate the vehicle. Read your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for further information.
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