NASHVILLE, TENN. – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today showcased a bold array of new and refreshed models, along with next-generation technologies set to debut in the U.S. and Canada from FY25 through FY27. Loaded with innovative features, the new products will play a crucial role in elevating the company's performance, boosting customer loyalty, attracting new buyers, increasing profitability, and promoting sustainable growth.
To meet the rising demand for diverse powertrain options, the upcoming lineup will include hybrid technologies (including e-POWER and plug-in hybrids), next-generation electric vehicles (EVs), and advanced internal combustion engines (ICE).
Guillaume Cartier, chief performance officer, stated: 'Today, we unveil our redefined market approach and tailored product strategy designed to better meet customer needs and drive top-line growth. Through powertrain diversification and new models, we will provide a broader range of options that cater to diverse customer preferences, further distinguishing Nissan and INFINITI brands.'
Ivan Espinosa, chief planning officer, said: 'Over the next two years, we are excited to roll out an impressive lineup that will redefine the road! This includes the reimagined Nissan LEAF, and a daring new Micra EV. But that's not all – we're refreshing our range of SUVs to elevate the driving experience, and our next-generation e-POWER promises new levels of refinement and efficiency. We are committed to investing in products that embody the very best of Nissan. To our passionate fans and loyal owners around the world, I can assure you, this is just the beginning of an exciting journey ahead.'
Christian Meunier, chairman, Nissan Americas, said: 'North America is a key market, and we are taking quick actions to get us back to growth and set the stage for the exciting products to come.
We're strengthening our retail partnerships to deliver high customer satisfaction and hear the voice of the market. Our dealers are fully engaged and enthusiastic for the future.
We're simplifying our operations and retail programs so that we can attack our cost structures, allowing us to deliver the right products to our customers, when they want them, where they need them, and for the right price.
With these actions, and continued investments in our business, we expect an accelerated recovery, supported by strong sales of the fantastic new products already in market, and future models on the way. Full speed ahead!'
Future products for North American market
The U.S. and Canada will see more than 10 new and refreshed products in key segments, including next-gen EV and hybrid technology and INFINITI models.
In FY25, the U.S. and Canada will be the first markets to launch the all-new Nissan LEAF, joining Ariya in the brand's EV portfolio.
Reimagined as a sleek and spacious family-friendly crossover, the third-generation all-new Nissan LEAF pairs substantial improvements in aerodynamics with a more advanced EV architecture.
As a first for the iconic EV nameplate, the all-new LEAF will be available with 19-inch alloy wheels and a panoramic moonroof. For the North American market, a NACS charging port is also integrated – the first time for a Nissan EV – enabling convenient access to the Tesla Supercharger network.
The all-new LEAF sits on Nissan's modular CMF-EV platform (which debuted with the Ariya). Efficient energy management, streamlined packaging and enhanced driving performance from Nissan's new 3-in-1 EV powertrain, are expected to help deliver significant range improvements over the previous generation. Today's announcement provides a first glimpse at this new model, with further details to be shared mid-year.
Additionally, Nissan will commence sales of the brand's first plug-in hybrid in North America, in a PHEV version of the compact Rogue SUV.
A new generation of Nissan's top-selling Sentra compact sedan will be introduced later this year, alongside a refreshed mid-size Pathfinder SUV.
For INFINITI, a refreshed three-row luxury QX60 SUV will be offered, alongside a new SPORT package for the full-size QX80 SUV.
In FY26, production of the all-new, fourth-generation Rogue will begin. The model will be the first to offer Nissan's innovative e-POWER technology to consumers in the U.S. and Canada. Nissan will also offer Rogue with a powerful and efficient internal combustion engine, as well as a plug-in hybrid model, providing a diverse range of powertrains to shine in the market's most popular vehicle segment.
INFINITI will launch the all-new QX65 crossover coupe. Channeling inspiration from the pioneering INFINITI FX, INFINITI QX65 promises buyers a stylish two-row alternative in the very popular mid-size crossover segment.
Then from late FY27, an all-new Nissan EV is scheduled to commence production at Nissan's Canton, Mississippi plant in the U.S. The all-new model will be an adventure-focused SUV. It will be joined in FY28 by a luxury INFINITI EV SUV (inspired by the Vision QXe concept) that pairs the brand's latest Artistry in Motion design language with a suite of technology features.
Under the recent agreement with SK On, both of these future models will feature U.S.-manufactured batteries, supporting 1,700 U.S. jobs at SK On, and involving a total investment of $661 million, including equipment purchases. This is in addition to Nissan's $500 million in investments for EV production at the Canton Assembly Plant.
Next-generation e-POWER
For customers seeking a sophisticated hybrid powertrain, Nissan's third-generation e-POWER will benefit from the learnings of over 1.6 million produced units since the technology was first introduced in 2016.
The third-generation e-POWER system delivers notable improvements in efficiency where it is targeted to provide up to 15% enhancement in economy at high speeds compared to the current, second-generation system. It will also deliver lower emissions and enhanced refinement through reduced noise and vibration.
A unique Nissan technology, e-POWER uses a small capacity gasoline engine and lithium-ion battery to power an electric motor. As the electric motor alone drives the wheels, the result is an EV-like driving experience, characterized by powerful and responsive acceleration paired with quiet operation.
Central to the advancement is the adoption of a new 1.5-liter e-POWER dedicated engine and the new 5-in-1 system, which shares core components with Nissan's latest EV powertrain.
The third-generation e‐POWER system will debut in North America in FY26 in the next-generation Rogue.
Nissan is committed to delivering the highest customer satisfaction, sustainability, and enhanced business performance. More details on each new product, as well as news on additional models that the company plans to launch, will be shared closer to the start of sales in each respective market.
*Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. financial years are from April through March.
Photo credit: Nissan posted on conceptcarz.com
