Nissan copies Renault’s homework shock! Actually, it shouldn’t be a shock at all, as Nissan and Renault have been partners for decades now, and when there’s an EV that’s as brilliant as the Renault 5, why wouldn’t you borrow its bits for your own new Micra? In fact, the two cars were developed at the same time. The new Micra looks cute as a button, and the performance from its batteries and motors is perfectly competitive, and it retains much of the Renault’s sparky driver appeal. It’s priced to compete directly with the Renault too, which makes it one of the better-value EVs.

Nissan Micra Tech Specs

Model featured	Nissan Micra
Official WLTP range between charges	317-416km
Battery details (usable capacity)	40/52kWh lithium-ion
Electric motor details	90/110kW single motor, front-wheel drive
Fastest recharging rate	100kW on DC, 11kW on AC
Energy consumption	12.5-12.6kWh/100km
Maximum power output	120/150hp
Maximum torque output	225/245Nm
0-100km/h	8.0/9.0 seconds
Towing capability	500kg
Kerb weight	1,400/1,524kg