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Nissan is transitioning away from automobiles and toward a more SUV-heavy portfolio in the United States. The Versa and Altima sedans will be phased out after 2025, while the Leaf hatchback will become a crossover in 2026, and plans for an electric Maxima replacement have been canceled. The only vehicles remaining are the Sentra, which is scheduled to increase for the next generation, and the sporty Z coupe. However, there is still a market for compact vehicles in Europe, and Nissan has launched the new sixth-generation Micra hatchback, which is currently only available as an electric vehicle.
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The Micra hatchback was never offered in the United States, although if you reside in a northern state, you may have seen fourth-generation Micras with Canadian plates. If you've lately vacationed in Europe, you could recognize this newest Micra, which is closely similar to the attractive Renault 5 E-Tech.
The Micra does not have the same polished retro style as the Renault, but it is adorable and has its own design cues. While the roofline, C-pillar, and overall posture are obvious indications of its Renault heritage, the front fascia is distinctive. The Micra has unique headlights that have a primary rectangular element surrounded by rounded LEDs above and below, echoing the circular lights of previous Micra models.
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All Micra EVs have 18-inch wheels, and the lower bodywork is dominated by gloss-black detailing. The taillights are likewise round, with a little section sticking outwards to resemble an upside-down "Q." The two-tone design shown here is optional, and purchasers may even combine the body color with a gray roof.
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The inside is very similar to the Renault, with a 10.1-inch center touchscreen tilted towards the driver and connected to a 10.1-inch digital instrument cluster. The central HVAC vents and climate controls are likewise canted to the left, and the dashboard in front of the passenger has stitched indentations that provide an eye-catching design in the ambient lighting. Another enjoyable feature is a molded representation of Mount Fuji in the storage area between the front seats.
You may choose between two batteries: a 40-kWh unit or a 52-kWh pack. All Micras have a single electric motor on the front axle, and the smaller battery produces 121 horsepower and a claimed 191 miles of range. The larger battery increases output to 148 horsepower and provides an estimated range of 253 miles. It also supports charging at 100 kW using a DC fast charger. The Micra also features vehicle-to-load capabilities, which allows the car to power other electrical equipment.
The Micra is likely too tiny to be manufactured in the United States, measuring less than 157 inches long. That means it's at least 20 inches shorter from front to back than a small Versa car. Hatchbacks have also proven unpopular on our shores, prompting Nissan to expand the next-generation Leaf into a compact SUV. However, the new Micra demonstrates that, even as SUVs gain market share throughout the world, compact vehicles still have a place on Europe's congested streets.
