The Electric Family Car Revolution
In 2010, Nissan forever changed the automotive landscape with the launch of the LEAF, the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle. More than just a car, the LEAF became a driving force for the move to electric mobility, empowering over half a million owners to embrace the joy of 100% electric driving. Now, this iconic model is poised to embark on its boldest journey yet, with the Chill-Out concept car setting the stage for the next chapter in Nissan’s electric revolution.
Taking inspiration from the Chill-Out concept car, the 3rd Generation Nissan LEAF will reimagine an electric icon, blending style, space, and daring innovation. Proudly crafted at Nissan’s Sunderland plant, it will not only showcase cutting-edge technology but also highlight the UK’s role in shaping the future of mobility.
Nissan unveiled the LEAF, the world’s first mass-market electric car. This groundbreaking innovation offered a zero-emissions alternative to traditional vehicles, setting a bold new standard for EV mobility.
The LEAF becomes the first electric car to win prestigious awards, including "European Car of the Year 2011", "World Car of the Year 2011" and "Japan Car of the Year 2011-2012". These accolades solidified the LEAF’s position as a trailblazer in electric mobility.
Nissan introduced the “LEAF to Home” system, an innovative feature allowing owners to use their cars to power their homes during emergencies or peak energy demand, showing how electric cars can support everyday life.
The LEAF became available in over 35 countries, bringing sustainable mobility to a growing number of people worldwide and establishing itself in the electric vehicle market. To support this growth, manufacturing of LEAF for Europe moved to our Sunderland factory in the UK.
The redesigned LEAF combined a sleek, modern design with smarter features, making it more practical and enjoyable for everyday driving. Its advanced technologies enhanced the driving experience, reflecting Nissan’s dedication to innovation and meeting customer needs.
Nissan celebrated a major achievement: 500,000 LEAF vehicles sold globally. This milestone demonstrated the LEAF’s pioneering role as a pioneer and global leader in the transition to electric driving.
A customer panel of over 220,000 UK car owners voted for 2023’s Auto Trader New Car Awards and the Nissan LEAF was selected as the UK’s Best Car for City Drivers that year.
Centered around the advanced plant in Sunderland, UK, Nissan EV36Zero will support our drive to carbon neutrality. Comprised of three interconnected initiatives, Nissan EV36Zero brings together electric vehicles, renewable energy and battery production, setting a blueprint for the future of the automotive industry.
Get ready for a daring transformation— inspired by the Chill-Out concept a bold new era of electric driving is coming with the next Nissan LEAF. Be among the first to receive updates on the exciting third chapter of the Nissan LEAF story simply by submitting your name and email address.
Building on the success of the LEAF, Nissan continues to innovate with the ARIYA: an electric crossover that combines performance, technology, and style.
