Nissan has officially revived its once-popular Micra compact car, unveiling an all-new sixth-generation model that will be available exclusively as a battery-electric vehicle (BEV). The launch marks the Japanese automaker’s return to the European B-segment and kicks off what it describes as a major product offensive in the region, following a production gap of nearly four years.
The Micra has long been a cornerstone of Nissan’s global lineup, with more than six million units sold worldwide since the model first debuted in 1983. However, the company has not had a presence in the B-segment since 2022, when production of the fifth-generation Micra—known internally as the K14—ended without a direct successor. The new Micra, scheduled to go on sale at the end of 2025, aims to fill that void with a fully electric model that departs significantly from its predecessors in design, drivetrain, and strategy.
Unlike the previous generation, which shared its underpinnings with the Renault Clio, the sixth-generation Micra is built on the AmpR Small platform, developed by Nissan’s alliance partner Renault and used for the new Renault 5 E-Tech Electric. The Micra and the Renault 5 will be manufactured at Renault’s Ampere plant in Douai, France, highlighting the deepening collaboration between the two brands. The shared electric platform is optimized for BEV performance and leaves no room for combustion or hybrid powertrains.
In terms of drivetrain options, Nissan has opted for simplicity. The Micra will launch with just two battery-electric configurations. The base model is powered by a 90 kW motor and a 40 kWh battery pack, delivering a WLTP-estimated range of 310 km. A higher-spec version will offer a 110 kW motor and a 52 kWh battery, extending range up to 408 km (WLTP). Unlike Renault’s broader approach—offering a 70 kW entry-level variant and a performance-oriented Alpine model—Nissan is limiting options to streamline its offering.
“We have consciously kept the range structure simple and clear,” said Arnaud Charpentier, Vice President Marketing & Mobility for the AMIEO region (Africa, Middle East, India, Europe, Oceania) at Nissan. He declined to confirm whether more variants, including a Micra Nismo version akin to the Alpine A290, would follow. “It’s too early to talk about that,” Charpentier said, though he made clear that Nissan has no plans to create an SUV spin-off based on the Renault 4 platform, reaffirming the company’s focus on offering a competitive electric model in the B-segment.
Charging capabilities for the Micra are consistent with what the AmpR Small platform supports. The base 40 kWh model allows DC fast charging at up to 80 kW, while the 52 kWh variant can charge at up to 100 kW. Both versions can be recharged from 15 to 80 percent in approximately 30 minutes and include battery thermal management and a heat pump as standard. Onboard AC charging is supported up to 11 kW, with bidirectional charging available. However, Nissan is currently only offering a Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function, which can power external devices using the car’s battery. Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) capabilities are not yet in the pipeline.
The key differentiator from the Renault 5, according to Nissan, lies in design. While the Renault 5 adopts a retro aesthetic, the Micra takes a more modern, distinctly Nissan approach, influenced by the third-generation Micra (K12), which was produced from 2003 to 2010. “This was a double challenge for our designers,” Charpentier explained. “On the one hand, we wanted to stay away from the retro-pop charm of the Renault, and on the other, we wanted it to be a modern Nissan that is immediately recognisable as a Micra.”
The new model incorporates oval LED headlights with a unique “Welcome Light” animation when unlocking, aiming to highlight the vehicle’s technology while also serving a practical function. “It should not only be useful for finding the car in a large car park, but also show what sophisticated headlights are now installed in a small car,” Charpentier added.
Designed at Nissan’s European design centre in London, the new Micra emphasizes smooth, rounded body lines that contrast with the Renault 5’s boxier styling. The slightly raised, steeper front end, flared wheel arches, and standard 18-inch wheels give the Micra an unexpectedly bold stance for its class. “In designing the sixth generation of the All-New MICRA, we’ve celebrated all of the values that have historically made it so popular – and opened a new chapter for MICRA as an EV,” said Giovanny Arroba, Vice President of Nissan Design Europe.
Inside, the cabin focuses on simplicity and elegance. A 10.1-inch digital instrument cluster sits behind a three-spoke steering wheel, while the centre console features a touchscreen—either 7 inches or 10.1 inches depending on the trim. The infotainment system, branded as ‘NissanConnect with Google built-in,’ integrates Google Maps, Google Assistant, and access to apps via the Play Store. Complementing the in-car tech is the MyNissan smartphone app, which provides remote access to climate control settings, a Battery Manager, and route planning tools.
“For many electric newcomers, finding their way around the charging ecosystem is a major challenge,” said Charpentier. “With our MyNissan app, we provide all the features to make driving and charging an electric car as easy as possible.”
Measuring 3.97 metres in length—four centimetres longer than the Renault 5—the new Micra is designed for urban agility. Its width stands at 1.77 metres, and its 2.54-metre wheelbase matches the Renault’s, which Nissan says enhances stability and interior space. The boot offers 326 litres of capacity, expanding to 1,106 litres with the rear seats folded.
Unlike previous generations, which included three-door variants and combustion engines, the new Micra will be sold only as a five-door, all-electric model. Nissan has ruled out introducing e-power hybrids or other non-EV options. “We want the price to be so attractive that it is also competitive in Southern Europe,” Charpentier said, though he stopped short of disclosing exact pricing. Details on the vehicle’s cost will be revealed later in the year.