Nissan reveals UK prices for the all-new and all-electric Micra

After a two-year absence from the market, the Nissan Micra is back. Nissan has resurrected the iconic nameplate for a fully electric model that has more in common with Renault 5 than the company likes to admit.

For many potential buyers of EVs, the biggest hurdle is price. The new Nissan Micra EV promises to address that concern head-on, with the entry-level model starting at a competitive $31,579 in the UK. This starting price is for the "Engage" trim equipped with a 40 kWh battery pack.

The Micra EV will be available in two higher trims as well, "Advanced" and "Evolve," with the top-tier model equipped with a larger 52 kWh battery reaching a price of $41,014. Nissan is also confident that the car will qualify for the UK's $2,100 electric car grant, which would bring the cost for consumers even lower. The company will begin taking orders on September 1, 2025.

Of course, for any electric vehicle, the question of range is just as important as the price tag. Nissan will offer the Micra EV with two battery options. The standard 40 kWh battery delivers a WLTP-estimated range of 198 miles. The larger 52 kWh battery boosts the range to 260 miles. Interestingly, both of these figures represent a slight increase over the numbers Nissan initially projected, a small but welcome surprise for future owners.

Nissan Micra supports 100 kW DC charging, enabling its battery to replenish from 15% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes. In a thoughtful move for a car aimed at the European market, where weather can vary wildly, Nissan has included a heat pump as standard equipment on all versions.

Inside the cabin, the focus is on modern, user-friendly technology. Dominating the dashboard is a 10-inch central touchscreen that runs Nissan's latest infotainment system, Nissan Connect. The system features built-in Google services, meaning the navigation is handled by the familiar and reliable Google Maps, and other Google applications are integrated directly into the car's interface, providing a seamless and intuitive user experience.

The launch of the Micra EV is a bit more than just the return of a famous name. Nissan wants us to see it as its first major step in a new product offensive. This small electric car is the first of four new EVs the automaker plans to introduce in Europe by the end of 2026.

Following the Micra, we can expect to see an all-new, next-generation electric Leaf, as well as electric versions of the popular Juke and Qashqai crossovers. With over 6 million Micras sold globally since its debut in 1983, Nissan is clearly hoping that a trusted name will help convince a new generation of drivers to make the switch to electric cars.

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