That's important. Since then, things have stagnated. To say that the 2026 Leaf is the most important EV launch for Nissan since the original car would be an understatement. It must get it right, because the competition is too good not to.

Here in the UK, ordering for the new Nissan Leaf is expected to open in the autumn, with first deliveries from spring 2026. There’s no word yet on new Nissan Leaf prices, but a starting price upwards of £30,000 would make it competitive with its rivals from Kia, Skoda and Volkswagen.