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Nissan Reinvents Leaf With Crossover Design and Extended Range

It pairs a crossover design with dual charging ports, a 375-mile battery range, bi-directional energy export to fuel Nissan’s EV revival.

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A charging cable is attached to a Nissan Leaf electric car at the Tokyo Motor Show, in Tokyo, Japan, October 24, 2019. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo
Nissan Leaf electric vehicles on display at the company's Oppama plant in Yokosuka, south of Tokyo, October 22, 2010. REUTERS/Staff/File Photo

Overview

  • The third-generation Leaf debuts as a compact crossover SUV built on the CMF-EV platform, replacing the original hatchback silhouette.
  • Owners can choose 52 kWh or 75 kWh battery packs rated for up to 270 miles and 375 miles of range, aided by a drag coefficient reduced to 0.25–0.26.
  • Dual charge ports include a CCS-compatible inlet and an NACS port for Tesla Supercharger access, while Vehicle-to-Load capability and improved battery thermal management enhance flexibility.
  • Inside, twin 14.3-inch screens run Google’s Automotive system alongside ProPILOT Assist and safety features such as Secondary Collision Mitigation Braking.
  • Production will take place at Nissan’s Sunderland (UK) and Tochigi (Japan) factories with US deliveries slated for fall 2025, supporting the automaker’s broader electrification strategy during financial restructuring.