Nissan is reviving the Micra with an all-new electric version. Redesigned from the ground up, this compact city car has been designed to meet the expectations of the European market. It could well become a key model in the brand's transition to an all-electric range.
Small electric cars are all the rage on the Old Continent. With their compact size, their more affordable price and a clean engine, they are appealing more and more motorists, particularly in urban areas. In 2025, the Renault 5 E-Tech was even named Car of the Year. Made in France, it beat models such as the Kia EV3, the Citroën C3 and the Dacia Duster. This success illustrates a strong trend: electric city cars have become a pillar of mobility green in Europe.
It is in this context that Nissan is relaunching its famous Micra, completely redesigned for this sixth generation. The Japanese manufacturer is now making it a 100% electric model, designed specifically for the European market. Developed in close collaboration with Renault, the new version is based on the same platform as the Renault 5 E-Tech, while displaying its own style. 
The new electric Micra is based on the Renault 5 and promises a range of up to 400 km
The Micra is based on the AmpR Small platform, also used by the Renault 5 E-Tech. Two versions will be available: one with a 40 kWh battery, the other with 52 kWh. The latter will allow you to travel up to 400 kilometers according to the WLTP cycle. Nissan has not yet communicated the exact power outputs, but they should be between 118 and 150 horsepower, similar to those offered on the French car. A more muscular version is not excluded, inspired by the Alpine A290.
Entirely designed in London, the Micra will be assembled in France at Douai, in the Renault factory. Its design evokes previous generations, with modernized round lights and softer lines than those of the Renault 5. Designed as the entry-level model in Nissan's new electric offering, it will soon be joined by an electric Juke with a more angular style, planned for 2026. Ultimately, the manufacturer plans four electric models in Europe, including the Leaf crossover and the Ariya SUV already on the market.
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