Nissan LEAF Earns 2026 Car and Driver Editors' Choice
The 2026 Nissan LEAF has been recognized by Car and Driver as an Editors' Choice winner. This all-new EV features a more capable battery for extended range and faster charging, alongside a significant increase in standard tech and features. The stunning new crossover design and refined suspension tuning make the LEAF more desirable than ever before.
The all-new, third-generation Nissan Leaf is on the way.
The Nissan LEAF is a top contender in the electric vehicle market, ranking #2 in its class—an impressive feat given the competition. The LEAF already offers many desirable features, but recent enhancements have made it even more popular and competitive.
Young drivers need a car that is reliable, safe, and equipped with the latest features. Luckily, Nissan offers several excellent options. Here are some of the top Nissan models for college students:
Recently, Nissan made official the long-standing tech that allows the Nissan Leaf to output energy in either direction. In other words, you could use the energy in the Nissan to charge their batteries, but they can also charge the grid and give energy to buildings.
As electric vehicles become more popular, automakers are starting to phase out gas-powered models in favor of electric ones. Nissan is no exception—the company has announced that it will release several new electric models by 2022. This shift away from gas-powered cars is good news for the environment and for drivers who want to save money on fuel costs.