Overview
- Nissan confirmed it will not introduce the smaller‑battery 2026 Leaf S in the U.S. and Canada this model year.
- With the base S deferred, the entry S+ starts at $29,990, and all 2026 Leafs use a 75 kWh battery rated at 259 to 303 miles.
- The company says the S is not canceled, though its future remains undecided as it continues to evaluate battery configurations.
- The postponed variant had been expected at about $25,360 with a 52 kWh pack and range likely in the low 200s of miles, according to prior reports.
- Reporters cite import tariffs and reduced federal incentives as likely pressures, while Leaf sales fell to 5,149 in 2025, down 54.1% year over year.