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The third generation of the LEAF has made great strides in 2026, both in terms of design, which is much more modern and streamlined, and in terms of range and technological equipment, designed to make daily use of the car easier.
When Nissan introduced the first LEAF in 2020, electric vehicles were still considered almost an experimental alternative. This year, so many years later, the situation for electric cars is quite different. The third generation of the LEAF no longer needs to prove that an electric car is a good mobility option, especially when we talk about city driving and surroundings.
With this premise, we present the new Nissan LEAF, a model that retains the name that made Nissan one of the first manufacturers to firmly commit to electric mobility.
The most evident change can be found in the bodywork. The LEAF has moved away from the traditional five-door compact silhouette to adopt a much more crossover-like configuration with a low profile, featuring a fastback design that combines a more dynamic appearance and much better aerodynamics.
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Aerodynamics as an ally
At this point, I don't think it's necessary to remind you that we're talking about an electric car, but just in case you haven't been paying much attention, I'll say it: the LEAF is a 100% electric car. For this reason, aerodynamics is not just an aesthetic consideration; it plays a significant role in the performance of any electric propulsion car, as it has a direct impact on energy consumption and, therefore, on range.
Nissan has worked intensively on this aspect to find a much more fluid body than it was, as well as a much more studied frontal area and various elements designed to reduce turbulence and facilitate airflow. The result is a vehicle that is visually more elegant and modern, but also, and especially, much more efficient. In fact, this has probably been one of the most significant changes the car has received compared to the previous generation: the LEAF no longer wants to look like a different electric car, but rather a conventional automobile that maximizes the advantages of electric propulsion.
This new generation also features a panoramic roof that can be tinted whenever desired, a solution that, beyond aesthetics, allows the regulation of the amount of light entering the cabin, contributing to the overall aerodynamic efficiency.
Two batteries, two ways of understanding the LEAF
The European range revolves around two liquid-cooled lithium-ion batteries.
The base version uses a 52 kWh battery paired with a 130 kW electric motor, equivalent to about 177 HP, with a maximum torque of 345 Nm. Above this is the 75 kWh battery. This battery powers a 160 kW (218 HP) motor with 355 Nm of torque. In both cases, the traction configuration is front-wheel drive.
By now, I don’t think it’s necessary to say that being an electric car, the motor response is immediate. Regardless of the propulsion configuration you choose, the acceleration when pressing the pedal to the floor is impressive.
The larger battery—the one that has been most in demand—allows for an official range of up to 622 kilometers, a figure that places the new LEAF in a much more interesting service zone, as it’s no longer just a car to move around the city. Now, the distance it can travel goes much further.
Of course, the 622 kilometers are based on the WLTP cycle, so if we talk about real figures, we’ll be looking at a minimum of 470 kilometers in the worst-case scenario and around 540 in the best. Not bad, right?
This range is determined by factors such as outside temperature, speed, topography, and the use of elements like heating or air conditioning. It should be noted that in Andorra, all these factors need to be taken into account, as Andorra is what it is: cold in winter and intensely hot in summer, along with constant ups and downs among parishes. However, despite these variables, the real range figures are no longer disappointing.
As soon as we have the opportunity, we’ll conduct a test driving up and down from Barcelona, undoubtedly the ultimate test for electric vehicles in Andorra.
It’s worth noting that the new LEAF not only offers more range but also incorporates systems designed to simplify energy management, such as new charging systems, another major hurdle that electric vehicles are gradually starting to overcome.
Fewer headaches!
The 75 kWh battery of the new LEAF can support DC fast charging processes of up to 150 kW. Thanks to this flow, it can go from 10 to 80% charge in about 35 minutes. With an AC outlet, the car's built-in charger allows for up to 11 kW, meaning it will take just a few hours to recharge, but this is the outlet—after installation—that we'll normally use at home during the night.
However, more interesting than the absolute figures is how Nissan has approached the relationship between the car, the driver, and the charging infrastructure. In this regard, the new LEAF incorporates an intelligent route planner capable of integrating charging stops into journeys, following a much more effective and accurate procedure. With Google integrated, the new system allows for locating charging points along the route, points that will typically be verified, further facilitating long-distance travel planning. It may seem like a minor detail, but it isn’t. One of the main psychological barriers for many drivers who have yet to make the switch to electric vehicles is no longer strictly range, but rather the uncertainty about what will happen if the battery runs out on the way to the station. The new LEAF aims to specifically reduce this uncertainty.
A more technological cabin
The interior follows the same philosophy as the exterior: moving away from many of the characteristics that traditionally identified electric vehicles and offering a modern space that is easy to understand and manage. Obviously, digitalization plays a leading role, with large instrumentation and multimedia systems, Google integration, and wireless compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, among many other features.
Nissan has also invested in software updates and enhanced connectivity between the vehicle and digital services, a trend that is now almost essential among most brands in this category.
All this makes the LEAF a much more connected automobile than previous generations. However, technology has not been the only objective for the Japanese. Nissan has also focused on thermal management of the vehicle and battery, a particularly important aspect in electric cars when making long trips. The integrated thermal management system now centrally controls heating and cooling, aiming to reduce the energy consumption needed to maintain cabin comfort without excessively penalizing the battery.
Much more European
The transformation of the car is also perceived in the general conception of the vehicle.
As I mentioned at the beginning, the new LEAF distances itself from the compact electric concept and adopts proportions closer to those of current family crossovers. This has been a decision that makes total sense as the market has changed and driver preferences have too. However, Nissan has managed to make this transformation without renouncing the essence of the model: efficiency, comfort, much more ease of use, all with the unmistakable Nissan style.
It is also noteworthy that the production of this new LEAF is being carried out both in the United Kingdom and Japan, something that has reinforced the global character of this third generation developed to reach different markets and fit seamlessly into each of them.
Exceeding expectations
We all know that the first LEAF was a pioneer. It arrived when electrification was still a future prospect, but despite that, it managed to become one of the most recognized mass-produced electric vehicles in the world.
The third generation, in a more receptive market, is playing a completely different game. Now the LEAF competes in a market where practically all major manufacturers offer electric vehicles with significant ranges, fast charging, and considerable technological equipment. Therefore, Nissan cannot base the new LEAF solely on its history but must compete with tangible current arguments. These arguments are clear: up to 622 km of range, 218 HP, fast charging of up to 150 kW, well-designed aerodynamics, advanced connectivity, and a design much closer to that of a conventional family crossover that exudes personality.
Thus, the new LEAF is not just an evolution of the previous model. It is a complete reinterpretation of that concept adapted to a constantly evolving world.
Nissan Andorra
As for prices, the range starts from 29,000 euros to 39,000 for the highest trim level, which is currently available at Nissan Andorra. These prices already include discounts from the Engega 2026 plan.
Find out all the details and request a test drive at Nissan Andorra (Garatge Nogreda). You'll find them at Baixada del Molí, 18-20. Tel +376 805507
