Nissan has reportedly stopped developing the electric version of Qashqai
Source: Global Market Briefing
According to multiple sources, Nissan has halted the development of the electric version of its best-selling European model, Qashqai. This move is part of the Japanese automaker’s efforts to streamline its product lineup and cut costs.
As traditional competitors and emerging Chinese brands launch more affordable alternatives, Nissan quietly suspended the development of the all-electric Qashqai.
While shelving the project saves money, if Nissan reconsiders, it likely won’t be able to bring the vehicle to market until the early part of the next decade, which could leave it lagging behind competitors in a crucial market segment.
In 2023, Nissan committed to producing the electric version of its Qashqai SUV at its largest UK factory in Sunderland. At the time, the UK government praised the plan for consolidating Britain’s position as a global hub for electric vehicle manufacturing. However, the company did not specify a delivery timeline for the electric version.
Last week, reports surfaced that the automaker has since launched a major global restructuring plan and is currently negotiating with authorities in London for funding to support a forthcoming roadmap for updates at the factory in the coming months.
According to sources, this upcoming announcement is expected to outline the latest plans for the electric Qashqai. Development of this model was paused in early 2023. Due to the sensitivity of the matter, the sources requested anonymity.
Nissan is currently producing the electric compact car LEAF at its Sunderland plant and, in April of this year, unveiled the electric crossover SUV Juke, which will also be manufactured at the facility.
Two sources said that even if Nissan restarts the electric Qashqai project, the vehicle would not hit the market until at least the early 2030s.
In a statement, Nissan did not mention plans for the all-electric Qashqai but said the company remains committed to expanding its “electrified” product range, which includes hybrid models.
The company also added that demand for electric vehicles in the European market has experienced “significant fluctuations,” so it is pursuing a “balanced” electrification strategy.
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