Nissan pulls the plug on the under-$30K LEAF EV for 2026
Electrek • • general
Key Points:
- Nissan has canceled the planned entry-level LEAF trim with a smaller 52 kWh battery and lower price for the 2026 model year, opting to offer only models with a 75 kWh battery and longer range.
- The 2026 Nissan LEAF S+ starts at $29,990 (about $31,485 with destination fees), making it one of the most affordable EVs in the US alongside the 2027 Chevy Bolt.
- Nissan cited ongoing assessment of customer demand and segment needs for the decision, leaving the possibility of a cheaper LEAF trim in future model years open but uncertain.
- The cancellation comes amid broader industry challenges, including the removal of the federal EV tax credit and policy changes that have led other autom
