Next-gen Nissan Leaf gains Wards accolade for powertrain design

MANILA: The latest iteration of the Nissan Leaf, which is set to be sold in select markets this coming 2026, has won the 2025 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems award.

The third-generation version of the Nissan-made electric vehicle was lauded by Wards for its three-in-one electric powertrain, specifically for its lightweight and efficient design, which integrates an electric motor, inverter, and reducer into a single unit.

Per the awarding body, the said design not just improves vehicle packaging, but also energy efficiency and driving dynamics. The aforementioned, of course, is able to provide an “exhilarating driving experience” for the next-gen Leaf’s would-be adopters. 

For reference, the all-new Nissan Leaf’s powertrain is capable of outputting 214 horsepower (hp) and 355 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. It also boasts a range of 487 kilometers and a 150-kilowatt fast-charging feature. 

To put the said figures into perspective, the previous Nissan Leaf could produce a more modest 148 hp and 320 Nm of torque. It also had a shorter range of 311 km, according to the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). 

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Notably, the version of the third-gen Nissan Leaf that’s set to be sold in the United States comes with the following features:

• 75-kWh lithium-ion battery
• Liquid battery cooling with thermal management
• J1772 and North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging ports

“The all-new 2026 LEAF represents the best of Nissan EV innovation – intelligent, efficient and great to drive,” senior vice president of Research and Development for Nissan Americas Chris Reed said. 

“We’ve delivered more range, more technology and more refinement while keeping LEAF one of the most affordable EVs in the U.S. It’s a testament to our commitment to making EVs accessible and rewarding for everyone,” Reed added. 

Nissan Leaf in PH

In the Philippine market, the second-generation Nissan Leaf currently retails for P1.998 million. 

Apart from its output figures mentioned above, the Philippine-spec Leaf also boasts plenty of creature comforts, such as 60:40 split-folding rear seats, automatic climate controls, an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and keyless entry - among others. 

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It also has a comprehensive basic safety kit, which is reinforced by the following advanced driver assist systems: 

• Intelligent Driver Alertness
• Intelligent Around View Monitor
• Moving Object Detection
• Intelligent Cruise Control
• Vehicle-to-Vehicle Distance Control
• Blind Spot Warning
• Intelligent Emergency Braking
• High Beam Assist
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert 
• Lane Departure Warning 
• Intelligent Lane Intervention With e-Pedal  
• Intelligent Trace Control 

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