Nissan LEAF named World’s Best Compact Car by Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year jury

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The all-new LEAF is the third generation of the pioneering mass-market electric vehicle and the accolade recognises its sleek design, impressive powertrain performance and intuitive technology, as well as its historic role in the consumer shift to electric vehicles.

A Global Recognition for Innovation and Accessibility
The WWCOTY award celebrates vehicles that excel in areas most relevant to everyday drivers: safety, quality, price, design, ease of driving, benefits, and environmental footprint. The jury, made up of 84 automotive journalists from 54 countries, does not select a “woman’s car” – because cars are not gender-specific – but rather evaluates vehicles based on universal criteria that matter to all motorists.

Founded in 2009 by New Zealand journalist Sandy Myhre, WWCOTY aims to amplify women’s voices in the automotive industry and highlight mobility as a key enabler of personal and professional opportunities worldwide.

About the All-New Nissan LEAF

The all-new Nissan LEAF combines sleek aerodynamic design, an advanced electric powertrain with extended range thanks to a 75kWh battery option, which delivers a range of up to 386 miles on a single charge. Eligible for the full UK Electric Car Grant of £3,750, the British-built LEAF is priced from £32,249 and features a suite of intuitive technology for a connected, confident driving experience.

For seamless day-to-day interaction with the new LEAF, it is equipped with the latest Google tech. Called Google built-in, the suite of services includes Google Maps, the Play Store, from where apps can be downloaded directly into the car and also Google Assistant, which allows users to control navigation, climate and media hands-free, or sync personal apps and services.

Turquoise Nissan Leaf driving on a road, awarded 2026 Best Compact Car.

“This recognition from WWCOTY reinforces our commitment to making EVs accessible and desirable for all drivers,” said Nissan President and CEO Ivan Espinosa. “The original LEAF helped lay the foundation for global EV adoption. With its advanced features and technologies, this new generation makes every day driving easier, more enjoyable and invites customers to embrace life with EVs.”