Nissan and INFINITI Announce New Products and Technologies
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has unveiled a comprehensive plan for new and refreshed models, alongside cutting-edge technologies, set to launch during fiscal years 2025 and 2026. This strategy aims to strengthen the company’s performance, enhance customer satisfaction, attract new buyers, and boost sustainable growth across global markets.
The upcoming lineup will feature a diverse range of powertrains, including hybrid options like e-POWER and plug-in hybrids, alongside next-generation electric vehicles (EVs) and advanced internal combustion engines (ICE).
Guillaume Cartier, chief performance officer, stated, “Today, we unveil our redefined market approach and tailored product strategy designed to better meet customer needs and drive top-line growth. Through powertrain diversification and new models, we will provide a broader range of options that cater to diverse customer preferences, further distinguishing Nissan and INFINITI brands.”
Ivan Espinosa, chief planning officer, added, “Over the next two years, we are excited to roll out an impressive lineup that will redefine the road! This includes the reimagined Nissan LEAF, and a daring new Micra EV. But that’s not all – we’re refreshing our range of SUVs to elevate the driving experience, and our next-generation e-POWER promises new levels of refinement and efficiency. We are committed to investing in products that embody the very best of Nissan. To our passionate fans and loyal owners around the world, I can assure you, this is just the beginning of an exciting journey ahead.”
Key Highlights
All-New Nissan LEAF
Reimagined as a family-friendly crossover, the third-generation all-new Nissan LEAF incorporates substantial aerodynamic improvements and an advanced EV architecture. Notably, the all-new LEAF will offer 19-inch alloy wheels and a panoramic moonroof. For the North American market, the LEAF will also include a NACS charging port, a first for Nissan EVs, providing access to the Tesla Supercharger network. The new LEAF utilizes Nissan’s modular CMF-EV platform, promising efficient energy management and enhanced driving performance.
Next-Generation e-POWER
Nissan’s third-generation e-POWER system, developed from experience with over 1.6 million units since 2016, will offer significant improvements in efficiency, potentially providing up to a 15% enhancement at high speeds compared to the current generation. This technology also promises lower emissions and reduced noise and vibration. e-POWER utilizes a small gasoline engine and lithium-ion battery to power an electric motor, delivering an EV-like driving experience with responsive acceleration and quiet operation. A new 1.5-liter e-POWER dedicated engine and a new 5-in-1 system will be central to the advancement of this. The third-generation e-POWER system will debut on the Qashqai in Europe in FY25, followed by the next-generation Rogue in North America and a large minivan for the Japan market in FY26.
Regional Overviews
U.S. and Canada
Over ten new and refreshed products are planned for key segments, including next-generation EV and hybrid technologies and INFINITI models. The all-new Nissan LEAF will launch in the U.S. and Canada in FY25, joining the Ariya in the EV portfolio. Nissan will also introduce its first plug-in hybrid in North America, offered in a PHEV version of the compact Rogue SUV. Other releases will include a new generation of the Sentra sedan and a refreshed Pathfinder SUV. INFINITI will offer a refreshed three-row luxury QX60 SUV and a new SPORT package for the QX80 SUV. The fourth-generation Rogue will launch in FY26, equipped with e-POWER technology, as well as an internal combustion engine and a plug-in hybrid model. INFINITI will unveil the all-new QX65 crossover coupe during the same period. Later, from late FY27, an all-new Nissan EV is scheduled to commence production at Nissan’s Canton, Mississippi plant. An adventure-focused SUV will be built, followed by a luxury INFINITI EV SUV in FY28.
LATAM
Nissan will expand sales of the Versa subcompact sedan and launch a new sub-compact SUV. INFINITI will introduce the refreshed three-row luxury QX60 SUV in FY25. In FY26, the Frontier/Navara midsize pick-up will arrive, along with the expansion of the X-Trail e-POWER to additional markets. INFINITI will also expand its lineup with the mid-size QX65 crossover coupe.
Japan
FY25 will see the launch of new and refreshed models, including the all-new LEAF and a refreshed Kei car. In FY26, a new generation of the large minivan, powered by third-generation e-POWER, will be available.
Europe
Three key electrified models will launch in FY25, including the new Micra EV city car, the all-new LEAF, and the Qashqai crossover featuring the new third-generation e-POWER technology. The Micra EV brings a mix of style and simplicity in a compact package. Sales of the all-new Micra will begin before the end of the year. The Qashqai with the next-generation e-POWER is expected to deliver reduced emissions, improved efficiency, and refinement. An additional EV, the all-new, all-electric Juke, will be added to the range in FY26.
Middle East
In FY25, the Z range will expand with the addition of the Z NISMO. INFINITI will introduce the refreshed QX60 SUV, a new SPORT package for the QX80, and the all-new QX65 in FY26.
India
Nissan will strengthen its presence in the growing Indian market, with two new models planned: a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) in FY25 and a 5-seat compact sports utility vehicle (CSUV) in FY26. Both models will be manufactured locally at the Chennai plant. Nissan aims to achieve 100,000 units in both sales and exports.
Oceania
Sales of the Ariya all-electric crossover will start in Australia in FY25. A range of new models will be introduced in FY26, including the all-new Patrol, a new one-ton pickup, the all-new third-generation LEAF EV, and the Qashqai crossover with the new third-generation e-POWER technology.
Africa
The stylish Magnite compact SUV will be introduced across African markets during FY25, with the introduction of the new Patrol also set for Egypt and South Africa in FY25 and FY26. A new 5-seat SUV will also arrive in selected African markets within FY26.
Nissan plans to release more details on individual products and additional models closer to their respective sales launch dates.
