Nissan ‘shelves all-electric Qashqai plans’ as it cuts costs
Summary
Nissan has stopped developing a fully electric version of its popular Qashqai model as part of cost-cutting efforts. The company is considering new plans for its Sunderland factory, including possible financial help from the UK government and building cars for other makers.Key Facts
- Nissan paused work on a full electric Qashqai last year at its Sunderland plant in the UK.
- The Sunderland factory is the largest car plant in the UK and currently makes the electric Leaf and an upcoming electric Juke.
- Nissan is closing one of two production lines at Sunderland due to lower demand for its vehicles.
- The company signed an agreement to explore building cars for China’s manufacturer Chery.
- Nissan plans to cut costs by closing seven factories and reducing 20,000 jobs globally.
- The Qashqai model made up about 45% of Nissan's European sales in 2025, with petrol and hybrid options still available.
- If restarted, the Qashqai electric vehicle would not launch before the early 2030s.
- Nissan says it remains focused on growing its hybrid and electric vehicle lineup despite changing demand in Europe.
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