New Nissan LEAF is all grown up

First sight of the all-new, third-generation Nissan LEAF and its immediate statement 
is one of change. Now, some sixteen years since we first met the original, it is now a 
member of the Crossover camp, standing at: 4,264mm in length, 1,809mm wide and 
1,570mm in height, with a boot capacity of 437 litres, expanding up to 809 litres with 
the rear seat folded. 
Some of the Competition 
This new 2026 LEAF enters the SUV/Crossover C-segment sub-compact alongside 
established warriors like; VW ID3, Kia EV3, Škoda Elroq, Renault Scénic E-Tech, 
and Toyota C-HR+, denoting Nissan’s level of confidence in this latest generation of 
LEAF. 
The LEAF has unquestionable heritage, my own recollection of driving a prototype 
around Lake Geneva, marvelling at its power and silent progress. Being a B-segment 
small city car, it appealed to many and heralded the onslaught of our transition from 
internal combustion to electric. 
Physically this new LEAF is a much more substantial offering, its intent to capture 
space in the family market, as well as attracting those to electric propulsion for the 
first time, courtesy of more interior space, better motorway range, user-friendly tech, 
fast-charging 
A few words from Seamus 
Seamus Morgan, Managing Director of Nissan Ireland, commenting on the arrival of 
the new LEAF, said, “Nissan has a deep and unrivalled understanding of what drivers 
are looking for in an electric vehicle. The all-new Nissan LEAF delivers a no 
compromise driving experience that makes it easy to fit electric driving into your 
everyday life, rather than it being the other way around. The all-new Nissan LEAF is 
a standout EV on every level. It looks amazing. It goes further on one charge. It 
charges faster when you need to recharge. It is packed with technology that is 
seamlessly integrated for today’s connected driver, and it has plenty of space to meet 
the everyday needs of modern families.” 
Seamus went on to say, “This is the EV that buyers have been waiting for. They trust 
the Nissan LEAF nameplate and know that this is the world’s first third generation 
EV. This unique combination of heritage and expertise gives buyers the confidence to 
make the switch to electric driving in the all-new Nissan LEAF and this is proven by 
the phenomenal interest in this EV across the Nissan dealer network.” 
Range & Charging 
The new Nissan LEAF has a top range of up to 622 kilometres and can recover up to 
420 kilometres in just 30 minutes with DC fast-charging. With a range of up to 370 
kilometres at 120 kph longer journeys can be accomplished with fewer charging 
stops. 

The outer design of the new Nissan LEAF is easy on the eyes, coming with flush door 
handles, a flowing roofline, full under floor cover, and sculpted surfaces, while its 
signature front and rear lighting deliver a distinct, high-tech identity on the road. 
Onboard technology via NissanConnect provides with Google built-in, offering 
Google Maps with In Car Route Planner, Google Assistance for hands-free control 
over navigation, media, climate and more, and Google Play for apps, streaming and 
productivity tools. 
The 2026 LEAF is also equipped with a suite of advanced safety and driver assistance 
features; 
 Intelligent Emergency Braking 
 Blind Spot Intervention 
 Rear Cross Traffic Alert 
 Lane Keep Assists 
 3D Around View Monitor 
 Invisible Hood View and Front Wide View allow for parking and navigating 
tight spaces easier and safer. 
The range and spacious interior of the Nissan LEAF will target those seeking a 
practical and comfortable choice as the main household car, capable of everything 
from daily commutes to long distance travel. It offers 437 litres of boot space and 
access to the boot is made more convenient with the availability of a power liftgate. 
It is also equipped with Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality enabling external device 
charging directly from the car, powering a variety of small to medium sized devices 
such as kettles, portable lights, or electric grills when camping or exploring the great 
outdoors. 
Battery Options 
Two battery options are available, the 52kWh battery offers up to 424 kilometres 
range, while the 75kWh battery offers a top range of up to 622 kilometres. 
Both variants support DC fast-charging up to 105kW and 150kW respectively and are 
available in three grades; 
Pricing: 
 The 52kWh model starts at €36,095 for the Engage grade 
 €37,095 for the Engage + grade 
 €40,295 for the Advance grade 
 €41,795 for the top-of-the-range Evolve grade. 
The 75kWh battery option starts at €39,995 for the Engage grade, at €41,495 for the 
Engage + grade, at €49,295 for the Advance grade, and at €51,795 for the Evolve 
grade. All pricing is inclusive of applicable VRT Relief. The €3,500 SEAI grant is 
included where applicable; pricing for the 75kWh Advance and Evolve excludes the 
SEAI grant. 

On the Road 
A relatively short but informative road trip at its launch, encompassed our wonderful 
M50 (not), and thereafter the secondary roads north to Bellinter House, allowed for 
the LEAF to stretch its legs and show it athleticism through some of the twisties. 
Comfortable, with good vision, the LEAF coped without complaint. I am fond of their 
e-Pedal facility, which provides for deceleration to assist in slowing the car, 
particularly where ordinarily you might be dancing between throttle and brake akin 
to a chap called Flatley at Riverdance. 
A longer, more thorough drive will provide more info on consumption, but during 
my drive it was certainly not concerning, both the 52 and 75kWh power units not 
should any undue thirst, albeit is worth noting that the 52kWh is the more efficient, 
simply due to being lighter that the more powerful 75kWh option. All in all, Nissan’s 
third-generation electric LEAF is a definite test-drive candidate. 
Customers can learn more about the all-new Nissan LEAF by visiting their local 
Nissan dealer or www.nissan.ie