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Nissan Pulls Ariya From 2026 U.S. Lineup as It Pivots to Lower-Priced Leaf

Analysts say a new 15% import tariff pushed up costs for the Japan-built SUV.

The 2026 Nissan Leaf.
2023 Nissan Ariya
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Overview

  • Nissan told dealers it will pause 2026 Ariya production for the U.S. and will reallocate resources to launch the redesigned 2026 Leaf.
  • Remaining Ariya units will be sold from existing inventory, and service, parts, and warranty coverage for owners will continue.
  • The Ariya is built in Japan and now faces a 15% U.S. tariff, though a White House official argued weak sales, not tariffs, drove the decision.
  • Nissan sold 9,345 Ariyas in 2024 and 11,619 units through July 2025, trailing key rivals in the electric SUV segment.
  • The 2026 Leaf is positioned at $29,990 with an S+ variant targeting 303 miles of range and a NACS charging port, yet Reuters reports Leaf output will be cut by more than half from September to November due to a battery shortage.