Nissan has unveiled a fully electric third-generation Juke at its Vision event in Japan, marking the first time the compact crossover will be offered with a battery-electric powertrain. Built on the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s CMF-EV platform and produced at the automaker’s Sunderland plant in the UK, the Juke EV is scheduled to launch in European markets in spring 2027.
Highlights
- The third-generation Juke is Nissan’s first fully electric version of the compact crossover, built on the shared CMF-EV platform at Sunderland, UK
- Nissan has not released official battery, range, or power specifications; the model shares its platform with the third-generation Leaf, which offers 52 kWh and 75 kWh battery options
- The Juke EV will support vehicle-to-grid technology, allowing the vehicle to feed stored energy back into the electrical grid
- A hybrid version of the current second-generation Juke will continue alongside the new electric model
Platform and Powertrain Expectations
Nissan has confirmed the Juke EV rides on the CMF-EV architecture, the same platform underpinning the third-generation Leaf, the Ariya, and the Renault Megane E-Tech. However, the automaker has not disclosed battery capacity, motor output, range, or pricing for the Juke.
Industry analysts expect the model to mirror the Leaf’s powertrain options closely. The Leaf offers either a 52 kWh or 75 kWh nickel-manganese-cobalt battery pack paired with a single front-mounted electric motor producing 130 kW (174 hp) or 160 kW (215 hp). The larger battery delivers up to 622 km (386 miles) of WLTP-rated range in the Leaf, though the Juke’s different proportions and aerodynamics could produce different figures.
Note: All range figures cited here are WLTP estimates from the Leaf. Nissan has not confirmed any range, battery, or output specifications for the Juke EV. WLTP figures tend to exceed real-world driving range, particularly at highway speeds.
Vehicle-to-Grid and Energy Integration
The Juke EV will join the Leaf in offering vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capability, a bidirectional charging technology that enables the vehicle’s battery to export stored energy back to the electrical grid during periods of high demand. Nissan described this as supporting the integration of EVs into the wider energy ecosystem.
Sunderland Manufacturing
Production will take place at Nissan’s Sunderland plant in northeast England, with trial-phase manufacturing set to begin in the coming weeks. Sunderland already produces the Leaf and is central to Nissan’s broader EV manufacturing strategy in Europe. The automaker said its design, engineering, and development network spans the UK, Spain, and Germany.
“Europe is central to Nissan’s electrification strategy, and we remain firmly committed to a fully electric future,” said Massimiliano Messina, Chairman, Nissan AMIEO. “With a rapidly expanding EV line-up, we are bringing greater choice and innovation to every segment, powered by our strong design, engineering and manufacturing footprint in the region. Together, this next generation of vehicles will accelerate our transition to zero-emission mobility.”
European EV Lineup Expansion
The Juke EV slots into a growing European electric portfolio alongside the new Micra EV, third-generation Leaf, Ariya crossover, and Townstar LCV. Nissan also confirmed a forthcoming A-segment EV for the region. In parallel, the automaker will continue offering its e-POWER series-hybrid technology in models such as the Qashqai and the existing Juke HEV.
“JUKE has always stood for bold design and a willingness to challenge convention. With this third generation, we are bringing that spirit into the electric age,” said Clíodhna Lyons, Region Vice President, Product, Brand & Marketing Strategy, Nissan AMIEO. “As our first fully electric JUKE, it will help us reach new customers while expanding choice across our electrified range.”
Design and Market Context
Since its 2010 debut, the Juke has sold approximately 1.5 million units across Europe, establishing itself as one of the segment’s most recognizable nameplates. The third-generation design draws on the angular aesthetic previewed by Nissan’s 2024 Hyper Punk concept, though Nissan has not released detailed design specifications. The Juke EV will be a Europe-only model and will compete directly with compact electric crossovers such as the Kia EV3.
The model is expected to launch in spring 2027. Pricing and full technical specifications have not been announced.
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