Nissan Is Halting Ariya EV Production After Only Three Years.
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As Nissan prepares to launch the next-generation Leaf electric vehicle in the United States, reports indicate that the company will be discontinuing another EV from its range. Initially reported by Automotive News and confirmed by The Drive, a memo distributed to dealers indicates that Nissan will cease production of the U.S.-market Ariya crossovers for the 2026 model year. It remains uncertain if the Japanese-manufactured model, which is impacted by President Trump’s 15% import tariffs, will reappear for the 2027 model year.
When contacted for a statement, a Nissan representative informed The Drive, “Nissan is pausing production of the MY26 Ariya for the U.S. market and reallocating resources to support the launch of the all-new 2026 Leaf, which will feature the lowest starting MSRP among all new EVs currently available in the U.S. The Ariya will still be accessible in the U.S. from existing inventory, and Nissan will continue to provide service, parts, and warranty support for Ariya owners.”
This update is not unexpected, considering Nissan's recent cost-cutting measures to remain viable. The automaker is taking significant steps to conserve funds, including downsizing its design team and streamlining its headrest options across its vehicles. Much of this shift has been initiated by the company's new CEO, Ivan Espinosa, who assumed the role in April 2025.
This announcement also follows the resignation of Nissan’s U.S. sales and marketing executive, Vinay Shahani, by just one day.
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Nissan has been offering substantial discounts on the Ariya for several years; however, the vehicle has generally received favorable reviews. As recently as October 2024, it was possible to lease one for as little as $99 per month (with a $3,299 down payment). Nonetheless, waning demand for EVs and the expiration of federal incentives have made profitability on such models quite minimal.
There is optimism that the 2026 Nissan Leaf—which we are enthusiastic about—will enhance the brand’s electric vehicle outlook. With a starting price of $31,485, it may attract cost-conscious buyers as production ramps up. According to Automotive News, the U.S. market allocation for the Leaf will initially be limited to 500 units per month as Nissan awaits an increase in production from its battery supplier.
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