2026 Nissan Leaf

The redesigned 2026 Leaf promises a far longer driving range than its predecessor. When it launches this fall, the front-wheel-drive EV will have a 214-hp, 160 kW electric motor and a 75 kWh battery. It will be able to cover between 259 and 303 miles, depending on the trim level. In 2026, Nissan will add an entry-level version with a 174-hp, 130 kW electric motor and 52 kWh battery. A Tesla-style NACS charge port is on the passenger front fender, while a J1772 port for Level 2 charging is on the driver’s side. Nissan says the new Leaf will have a roomier cabin and more cargo room than its predecessor, even though the EV’s exterior dimensions haven’t increased. The interior features a large digital screen for the driver's gauges that blends into another screen for the infotainment system. Base models get two 12.3-inch screens while the two top trims get dual 14.3-inch screens. All key active safety and driver assistance systems are standard, including ProPilot Assist, which combines adaptive cruise control and lane-centering to keep the Leaf centered in the lane.