Nissan Wave: sub-€20k retro city EV for Europe (2027)
Nissan Wave: budget city EV for Europe under €20k by 2027
Nissan Wave: sub-€20k retro city EV for Europe (2027)
Nissan readies the Wave, a budget city EV for Europe: sub-€20k target, 60 kW motor, 27.5 kWh LFP, up to 263 km WLTP, plus 50 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging.
2026-01-07T09:34:26+03:00
2026-01-07T09:34:26+03:00
2026-01-07T09:34:26+03:00
Nissan is preparing a budget-friendly city EV for Europe that could play the brand’s own take on the FIAT 500—only at a more down-to-earth price. The launch is targeted for 2027, and development is underway with Renault: Ampere will supply the platform and key engineering, much like the new Micra that builds on the Renault 5.The upcoming model will be related to the Renault Twingo and the next Dacia Spring, with production slated for the Novo Mesto plant in Slovenia. While Pixo was previously floated as a possible name, fresh leaks point to Wave.Design-wise, Nissan is leaning into retro heritage. Nissan Europe’s design chief has said the team drew inspiration from the late-’80s Pike range—Be-1, Figaro, Pao, and S-Cargo. Even so, the body is expected to skew closer to the Spring’s concept, hinting at a crossover-flavored stance rather than a pure hatchback. That blend of nostalgia and practical packaging tends to work well in tight European cities and helps a small EV stand out without trying too hard.The project’s goal is a starting price below €20,000 before incentives, positioning the Wave as one of the most attainable electric cars in Europe. No major surprises are expected on the hardware: the reference point is the Twingo with a 60 kW motor and a 27.5 kWh LFP battery rated for up to 263 km on the WLTP cycle. On paper, that strikes a sensible balance for daily urban use without driving up costs.Fast charging may be bundled as a package: up to 50 kW DC and 11 kW AC, plus V2L. The open question is whether Nissan makes it standard. Keeping these features on the options list would help preserve a sharp headline price, even if many buyers will likely want them.
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2026
Michael Powers
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Nissan Wave: budget city EV for Europe under €20k by 2027
Nissan readies the Wave, a budget city EV for Europe: sub-€20k target, 60 kW motor, 27.5 kWh LFP, up to 263 km WLTP, plus 50 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging.
Michael Powers, Editor
Nissan is preparing a budget-friendly city EV for Europe that could play the brand’s own take on the FIAT 500—only at a more down-to-earth price. The launch is targeted for 2027, and development is underway with Renault: Ampere will supply the platform and key engineering, much like the new Micra that builds on the Renault 5.
The upcoming model will be related to the Renault Twingo and the next Dacia Spring, with production slated for the Novo Mesto plant in Slovenia. While Pixo was previously floated as a possible name, fresh leaks point to Wave.
Design-wise, Nissan is leaning into retro heritage. Nissan Europe’s design chief has said the team drew inspiration from the late-’80s Pike range—Be-1, Figaro, Pao, and S-Cargo. Even so, the body is expected to skew closer to the Spring’s concept, hinting at a crossover-flavored stance rather than a pure hatchback. That blend of nostalgia and practical packaging tends to work well in tight European cities and helps a small EV stand out without trying too hard.
The project’s goal is a starting price below €20,000 before incentives, positioning the Wave as one of the most attainable electric cars in Europe. No major surprises are expected on the hardware: the reference point is the Twingo with a 60 kW motor and a 27.5 kWh LFP battery rated for up to 263 km on the WLTP cycle. On paper, that strikes a sensible balance for daily urban use without driving up costs.
Fast charging may be bundled as a package: up to 50 kW DC and 11 kW AC, plus V2L. The open question is whether Nissan makes it standard. Keeping these features on the options list would help preserve a sharp headline price, even if many buyers will likely want them.
