Nissan Micra 2026: Prices, specs and release date
Fri, 30 May 2025
- Nissan Micra returns as an EV
- Five-door small car derived from the acclaimed Renault 5 E-Tech
- Useful electric range of up to 253 miles
- January 2026 launch with prices from around £25,000
The new Nissan Micra marks the return of the well-loved Japanese hatchback. And, for the first time in more than 40 years, it has gone all-electric.
Derived from the well-received new Renault 5 E-Tech, the new Nissan Micra has been styled in the UK, at Nissan’s Paddington studio. The aim has been to create a more premium alternative to the fun and vibrant Renault.
The new Nissan Micra is the sixth generation of the long-running Japanese small car, which was first seen back in 1982. Bosses hope this new electric version will prove as popular as some of its predecessors, helping boost Nissan’s EV sales in the UK.
The new Nissan Micra will be offered with two batteries, combined with two different power outputs. The larger battery will have a range of up to 253 miles, but even the smaller one will cover over 190 miles between charges.
The new Nissan Micra will swell the ranks of electric small cars in the UK – small cars are still the most popular type of new car here.
As well as the Renault 5, rivals to the new Nissan Micra include the Vauxhall Corsa Electric, Peugeot e-208 and Citroen e-C3, along with bolder alternatives like the Hyundai Inster, upcoming BYD Dolphin Surf and Fiat Grande Panda.
2026 Nissan Micra prices and release date
The new Nissan Micra will arrive in Europe towards the end of the year. Its UK launch is expected in January 2026.
As it is derived from the Renault 5, the new Nissan Micra should closely mirror the French car’s prices. Its positioning means there may not be a sub-£23k entry-level version, but you will be able to get a well-equipped model for around £25,000 – similar to prices for the entry-level Vauxhall Corsa Electric.
2026 Nissan Micra styling, interior and technology
The design of the new Nissan Micra draws from the third generation model, sold from 2003-2010. It was the most popular version of Micra and design elements have been referenced most obviously in the design of the headlights.
The new Nissan Micra’s bold round LED running lights are split by a rectangular section containing the main driving lamps. Compared to the Renault 5, the front end is more upright, as the designers wanted to give it some small SUV vibes.
The new Nissan Micra’s crossover elements are seen in the side profile – it visually sits higher off the ground than the Renault 5, with bold lower body cladding. Interestingly, the roof design is identical – and the Micra shares the Renault 5’s ‘hidden’ rear doorhandles.
The new Nissan Micra has round LED tail lamps and while key structural elements are shared with the Renault 5, the Nissan designers have worked hard to give it a different profile at the rear.
The new Nissan Micra is available in six body colours, plus a choice of either black or grey roof colours, giving a total of 12 combinations.
Inside, the new Nissan Micra is much more closely aligned with the Renault 5. Apart from colours, the design is largely identical.
The dashboard is designed around a dual-screen instrument binnacle. This runs Google software, so drivers can sign in to Google Maps and the Google Assistant – and even download third party apps from the Google Store.
The new Nissan Micra’s range monitor is connected to Google Maps, so you get an estimated range remaining at your destination. It will also route to you charging stations en route – and you can send directions to it from your smartphone.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard in the new Nissan Micra.
The new Nissan Micra has more subdued and ‘premium’ colourschemes than the vibrant Renault 5. There are several ‘ambiences’, called Modern, Audacious and Chill. A 48-colour ambient lighting setup is available too.
The new Nissan Micra, similar to the Renault 5, won’t be the roomiest in the rear, but it does have an okay 326-litre boot. With the rear seats folded, this expands to 1106 litres.
2026 Nissan Micra electric motor, battery and range
The new Nissan Micra will be available with a choice of two batteries. The entry-level 40kWh battery will have a range of up to 192 miles. The 52kWh will have a range of 253 miles.
The new Nissan Micra will offer DC rapid charging rates of 80kW on the smaller battery and 100kW on the 52kWh unit. It means they will both go from 15-80% in around 30 minutes.
Notably, a heat pump is standard on all new Nissan Micra. V2L tech is available on both versions too.
The new Nissan Micra pairs the two batteries with two different motors – either 122PS or 149PS. This is to offset the extra weight of the larger battery – respective kerbweights are 1400kg and 1524kg.
New Nissan Micra performance figures will be confirmed nearer to launch.
The new Nissan Micra uses the same AmpR architecture as the Renault 5, which includes premium multi-link rear suspension. It should drive in a similarly agile way.
Is the new Nissan Micra a good car?
The new Renault 5 has been very well received and the new Nissan Micra uses the same underpinnings, batteries and electric motors. It is likely to drive in a very similar way.
Is the new Nissan Micra now electric?
The new Nissan Micra is only available as an EV. There is no petrol or hybrid alternative to the electric version.
How big is the new Nissan Micra?
The new Nissan Micra measures under four metres long, and less than 1.8 metres wide. This makes it marginally smaller than models such as the Vauxhall Corsa, but bigger than city cars like the Kia Picanto.
