Author: Finley Vile | Reading Time: 3 minutes | Published 23/07/2025 | Edited: Finley Vile 02/06/2026

Author: Finley Vile
Reading Time: 3 minutes
Published 23/07/2025
Edited: Finley Vile 02/06/2026

From facelifts to brand-new cars, what have Nissan been up to?

TL;DR: What are Nissan getting up to in 2026?

After a landmark 2025 that saw the Leaf and Micra completely reinvented, Nissan's attention is turning to what comes next. 

The Juke EV is set to enter production this year, while the electric Qashqai is on the horizon — and with the Ariya and X-Trail already in the lineup, Nissan's electric future is taking real shape.

What are Nissan getting up to in 2026?

With the 2030 petrol and diesel ban creeping closer, car manufacturers have been busy shaking up their lineups to meet the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate.

And Nissan  are no exception.

2025 was a big year for the Japanese giant. They launched not one, but two brand-new electric models in the all-new Leaf and Micra, giving two of their most iconic nameplates a complete reinvention.

Now, with 2026 underway, there's more to come. In this blog, we'll look at what's next for Nissan's electric lineup — and what it means for drivers considering a lease.

Nissan Juke EV concept

Nissan Juke EV concept

The Juke goes electric

The new Nissan Juke EV is set to enter production in the UK this year as Nissan's rival to the Ford Puma Gen-E and Kia EV3. 

It'll be closely linked to the current ICE Juke but will take some influence from the Hyper Punk concept.

Nissan are aiming for the Juke EV to be priced similarly to the current ICE Juke, which starts at around £21,000. The Juke EV will use the CMF-EV platform and could potentially offer a maximum range in excess of 372 miles (WLTP Comb).

They’re some pretty impressive claims.

If the speculation is true, we can’t wait to get in the driving seat of it.

Nissan Qashqai e-POWER

Nissan Qashqai e-POWER

Qashqai's electric future

The fourth-generation Nissan Qashqai will go fully electric for the first time, with all engineering and manufacturing carried out at Nissan's Sunderland plant. It'll use the same technology as the current Renault Megane and Scenic.

The new Qashqai should take some visual inspiration from Nissan's Hyper Urban concept, featuring bold, angular styling in a more road-friendly fashion.

Nissan have confirmed they'll aim for the electric version to be priced the same as the current car, meaning the range should kick off at less than £30,000. For reference, the similarly-sized Renault Scenic delivers up to 379 miles (WLTP Comb) in Long Range guise, so the Qashqai could benefit from similar range.

The new electric Qashqai could arrive as early as 2027, though production was delayed due to uncertainties surrounding global EV uptake. 

It's possible the electric Nissan Qashqai may be sold alongside the e-Power hybrid version initially.

Either way, the award-winning, fan-favourite Qashqai looks set to have a very strong future indeed. 

Nissan’s bright electric future

Nissan have built quite the range over the years. The manufacturer’s current lineup includes:

After a landmark 2025 that saw the Leaf and Micra completely reinvented, the focus now turns to what's next — and the upcoming Juke EV and electric Qashqai suggest Nissan are taking the transition seriously, keeping their most popular models affordable and British-made.

The 2030 deadline is getting closer, and Nissan look well-placed to meet it head on.

Does one of Nissan's lineup tickle your fancy?

Finley Vile

Finley Vile

Finley is one of our Digital Marketing Executives. She brings her keen eye for detail and wit to our blog to keep you entertained, informed, and up-to-date with the latest and greatest car news.