Nissan Micra EV Review: The £21k Electric City Car Is Back
Source: Nissan News UK
The Nissan Micra EV is officially on sale in the UK, priced from £21,495 after the government's Electric Car Grant. The sixth-generation Micra has swapped petrol power for a fully electric drivetrain, sharing its underpinnings with the Renault 5 E-Tech, and offers up to 257 miles of range from its larger 52kWh battery. This review covers price, range, how it compares to the Renault 5, and what it costs per month through The Electric Car Scheme's salary sacrifice scheme, plus an updated outlook for its electric sibling, the Juke.
The Micra Is Back, and It's Electric: First Look Verdict
Nissan's sixth-generation Micra has arrived, and this time there's no petrol option at all. Designed at Nissan's UK studio in London and built alongside the Renault 5 E-Tech at Ampere's plant in Douai, France, it looks distinctly Nissan despite sharing almost everything mechanical with its French cousin.
Early UK road tests have been largely positive: What Car has called it every bit as recommendable as the Renault 5, and Autocar found it fun to drive, if marginally less sharp through corners. Top Gear's take has been more reserved, rating it a solid but slightly less distinctive drive than the car it's based on.
Nissan Micra EV Price and Range
The Micra EV comes in two battery sizes across three trims. Entry-level Engage is 40kWh only; the larger 52kWh Extended Range pack on Advance and Evolve unlocks the more powerful motor and longer range.
Engage, 40kWh, 120hp: from £21,495, up to 196 miles WLTP range
Advance, 52kWh, 150hp: from £23,245, up to 257 miles WLTP range
Evolve, 52kWh, 150hp: from £26,115, up to 257 miles WLTP range
Prices include the Electric Car Grant, which the Micra qualifies for in full thanks to its European-built battery. Rapid charging tops up 15-80% in around 30 minutes on both battery sizes.
Micra EV vs Renault 5: The Key Comparison
Since the Micra and Renault 5 share the same platform, batteries and motors, the comparison mostly comes down to price:
| Spec | Nissan Micra EV | Renault 5 E-Tech |
|---|---|---|
| From price (after grant) | £21,495 | £21,495 |
| Extended Range price | £23,245 | ~£23,945 |
| Top-spec price | £26,115 | ~£26,995 |
| Battery options | 40kWh / 52kWh | 40kWh / 52kWh |
| Max range (WLTP) | Up to 257 miles | Up to 252 miles |
| Power outputs | 120hp / 150hp | 120hp / 150hp |
| Built at | Douai, France | Douai, France |
The Micra undercuts the Renault at Extended Range and top-spec trims, and matches it at entry level. Reviewers broadly agree the two drive almost identically, so the choice tends to come down to styling rather than substance.
Interior and City-Car Practicality
Inside, the Micra favours connectivity and simplicity, with Google Built-in navigation and route planning that accounts for charging stops as standard.
Space follows typical city-car priorities: a 326-litre boot ahead of rivals like the Mini Cooper Electric, generous front seat room, and tight rear legroom, a trade-off reviewers have generally judged worthwhile given the driving position and visibility.
Running Costs: The Cheapest Way to Get a Micra EV
With a salary sacrifice scheme, the Micra EV becomes one of the most affordable new electric cars on the UK market. Based on The Electric Car Scheme's quote tool, for an employee earning £60,000 over a 36-month term at 10,000 miles a year with a flat payment profile, here's how the two most relevant trims compare:
Engage 40kWh, 90kW
Average monthly salary sacrifice (inc. VAT): £371
Employee income tax savings: −£148
Employee National Insurance savings: −£7
Average Benefit-in-Kind tax over the term: +£46
Net cost: £261 a month
Advance 52kWh, 110kW
Average monthly salary sacrifice (inc. VAT): £473
Employee income tax savings: −£189
Employee National Insurance savings: −£9
Average Benefit-in-Kind tax over the term: +£55
Net cost: £329 a month
What Car and Autocar both single out the Advance 52kWh as the pick of the range, so the extra £68 a month buys the longer range and more powerful motor. Both figures reflect the current 4% Benefit-in-Kind rate for 2026/27, against up to 37% for the closest petrol or diesel equivalents, with employees saving on income tax and National Insurance since contributions come from gross salary.
For HR teams choosing which models to include in a scheme, a sub-£22k car with strong early reviews and a net cost this low drives uptake, and having both an entry and mid-spec trim on offer suits employees across pay grades.
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What About the Electric Juke?
Nissan's electric Juke has moved from speculation to confirmation. The third-generation Juke is now a fully electric crossover, built at Nissan's Sunderland plant alongside the new Leaf, with UK sales confirmed for spring 2027.
It doesn't share the Micra's AmpR Small platform as previously speculated, but the Leaf's CMF-EV platform instead, pointing to larger battery options and a longer range. Pricing hasn't been confirmed, though Nissan wants it close to the current petrol Juke's £21,000 starting price.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Is the New Micra EV?
The Nissan Micra EV starts from £21,495 for the entry-level Engage 40kWh, after the government's Electric Car Grant, rising to £26,115 for the top-spec Evolve trim.
What Is the Price of the Micra EV?
Prices range from £21,495 to £26,115 depending on trim and battery size. Through salary sacrifice with The Electric Car Scheme, net monthly cost starts from £261 on Engage, rising to £329 on Advance.
Is There a Nissan Micra Electric?
Yes, the sixth-generation Micra is now fully electric, having dropped petrol power entirely, and shares its platform with the Renault 5 E-Tech.
Does Nissan Make an EV Car?
Yes, Nissan's UK electric range includes the LEAF, Ariya and now the Micra, with the Juke joining the lineup in spring 2027.
What Is the Range of the Micra Electric?
Up to 196 miles WLTP on the entry 40kWh battery, or up to 257 miles WLTP on the larger 52kWh Extended Range battery.
The Nissan Micra EV lands as one of the most compelling sub-£22k electric cars on sale in the UK today. It matches the Renault 5 for range, drivability and interior quality, undercuts it on price at higher trims, and brings a useful boot for the class, even if rear legroom is tight. On salary sacrifice, a net cost from £261 a month and a 4% Benefit-in-Kind rate put it within reach for a wide range of employees, while the Juke offers a preview of more affordable options once it lands in 2027.
The Electric Car Scheme is rated Excellent on Trustpilot with a 4.8 TrustScore, and was named EV Salary Sacrifice Provider of the Year 2026 by SME News.
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Last updated: 04.08.26
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