Nissan is betting on a new version of its Leaf electric vehicle (EV) to revive its fortunes, having gone from mass-market EV pioneer to laggard since its first model entered showrooms in 2010. The Japanese carmaker's third-generation Leaf was launched on Tuesday and will go on sale in the United States in the autumn,

Drivers can choose from two battery options, with the extended 75kWh battery offering an impressive WLTP range of up to 375 miles on a single charge. The new LEAF also features enhanced DC fast-charging capabilities of up to 150kW, allowing for approximately 260 miles of range to be recovered in just 30 minutes.

The third-generation Nissan Leaf EV is now a coupe SUV and will offer up to 604km of range from its 75kWh battery when it launches in Australia in 2026.