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Can the 2026 Nissan LEAF save a struggling automaker?

Michael Olabode Williams by Michael Olabode Williams
June 23, 2025
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Can the 2026 Nissan LEAF save a struggling automaker?
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Nissan has unveiled its all-new 2026 LEAF electric vehicle (EV), a bold redesign that blends affordability with cutting-edge performance.

This move comes at a pivotal time for the Japanese automaker, which is battling falling profits, global plant closures, and fierce competition from Tesla.

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Nissan 2026 LEAF electric vehicle (EV)

The new LEAF sports a sleeker crossover SUV design, departing from its predecessor’s hatchback silhouette. Inspired by the Ariya, Nissan’s flagship EV, the updated LEAF features a 75-kWh battery offering an impressive estimated range of 303 miles, up from the current model’s 212 miles. The base model is expected to launch in the low $30,000 range, with higher trims approaching $40,000. For comparison, Tesla’s entry-level Model 3 starts at around $42,500.

Despite the facelift and improved specs, Nissan’s challenges are far from over.

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Under renewed U.S. trade policies, the LEAF will be imported from Japan and subject to a 25% tariff, potentially adding $7,500 to its cost. Meanwhile, the company posted a $4.6 billion net loss in fiscal 2024 and plans to cut 20,000 jobs globally by 2027. Still, Nissan hopes the LEAF’s Tesla Supercharger compatibility and competitive pricing will lure 70% of new buyers from rival brands.

Nissan says it has sold 700,000 LEAFs globally since its debut in 2010. But with market dynamics shifting rapidly, the new model’s success could determine the brand’s future in North America and beyond.

Read more on Nissan to cut 20,000 jobs, shut seven plants after $4.3bn annual loss

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