Nissan Officially Reveals Next-Gen Leaf EV Specs
Nissan has confirmed that the new-generation Leaf will feature a single-motor setup producing up to 214 horsepower, matching the current Leaf SV Plus which uses a 62 kWh battery. This means there’s no significant performance change on paper. Details about the base model have not yet been revealed, but for comparison, the current Leaf S delivers 147 horsepower with a smaller 40 kWh battery.
Richard Candler, Nissan’s Vice President of Global Product Strategy, stated that the new electric motor offers a “responsive, smooth, and confident drive,” with every component optimized for maximum efficiency.
Nissan is targeting a driving range of 300–500 kilometers (186–311 miles) per charge and supports fast charging that can add up to 250 kilometers (155 miles) in just 14 minutes. According to Candler, this is comparable to the average time it takes to refuel a conventional internal combustion vehicle.
The full debut of the next-gen Leaf is expected later in June, with Nissan releasing behind-the-scenes development footage and more design previews.
The third-generation Leaf was first unveiled in March 2025, shifting from the traditional hatchback to a crossover design with a fastback-style rear. We now get a clearer look at key design features, such as LED headlights, 19-inch alloy wheels, and an active grille shutter that adjusts airflow. The new Leaf also includes a charging port compatible with the North American Charging Standard (NACS), as well as an optional panoramic roof with e-Dimming technology using electrochromic glass and an infrared-reflective coating—eliminating the need for a physical sunshade.
Nissan’s Design Director, Nobutaka Tase, revealed that this new Leaf is the brand’s most aerodynamic production car ever, with a drag coefficient of 0.25 in Europe and 0.26 in the U.S. and Japan. The small variation is due to regional design differences in wheels and side mirrors.
Structurally, the car uses the CMF-EV platform shared with the larger Nissan Ariya, allowing for a flat floor and a more spacious cabin. However, unlike the Ariya, the Leaf will only be offered with a single front-mounted motor. Select variants will produce up to 214 horsepower (160 kW) and 355 Nm (261 lb-ft) of torque. The new motor is also 10% smaller and quieter than the previous one.
Nissan also highlighted the newly redesigned multi-link rear suspension, improved agility, and a 66% increase in lateral rigidity compared to the previous generation. Additionally, the A/C unit has been relocated under the hood to free up more passenger space, and the liquid-cooled battery system now includes thermal recovery for improved overall efficiency.
Source: Carscoops
