The Nissan Micra EV has secured a five-star Green NCAP sustainability rating, pairing a 94% overall score with strong energy-efficiency results. Nissan announced the recognition on September 2026, giving European buyers another reason to consider its electric supermini.
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The detail deserves attention. Green NCAP lists the 52kWh Micra, and its assessment carries over results from the tested Renault 5 E-Tech under rules for vehicles sharing key technical specifications.
What the Five-Star Rating Measures
Green NCAP assesses environmental impact across the vehicle life cycle, including production, energy use and end-of-life processing. Its sustainability stars address a different question from Euro NCAP's crash-safety assessment.
| Assessment | Micra result | What it tells buyers |
|---|---|---|
| Overall sustainability | 94%; five stars | Highest star tier |
| Clean Air | 9.1/10 | Strong air-pollution result |
| Energy Efficiency | 9.3/10 | Strong energy-use result |
| Greenhouse Gases | 10/10 | Maximum category score |
| Cold Winter Performance | Good | Separate driving-experience grade |
| Charging Capability | Adequate | Separate driving-experience grade |
Specifically, the rating covers 52kWh versions with the same charging specifications and cabin-heating concept as the assessed Renault. Buyers should avoid automatically extending that result to the smaller battery. A maximum greenhouse-gas score also does not mean the car creates zero emissions throughout its life.
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40kWh vs 52kWh: Range and Charging
Nissan offers two battery sizes. Its September announcement quotes up to 317km and 416km of WLTP range, depending on market specification.
| Specification | 40kWh Micra | 52kWh Micra |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum WLTP range | 317km | 416km |
| Motor output | 90kW | 110kW |
| Maximum torque | 225Nm | 245Nm |
| 0–62mph | 9.0 seconds | 8.0 seconds |
| Peak DC charging | 80kW | 100kW |
| AC charging capacity | 11kW | 11kW |
Looking at the data, the larger battery adds 30% capacity and approximately 31% claimed range. That makes its main benefit longer driving intervals between charging stops, alongside quicker acceleration.
Nissan quotes a 15–80% charging time as short as 30 minutes for the 52kWh car using a suitable 100kW DC charger. Temperature, battery condition and charger output influence the actual stop; peak power does not describe the entire charging session.
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Which Micra Battery Should You Choose?
Start with your longest regular drive and access to charging. Both versions keep the same compact footprint: Nissan's current UK dimensions page lists 3,974mm length, 1,774mm width and 1,498mm height. The boot holds up to 326 litres, increasing to 1,106 litres with the rear seats folded.
Pro-Tips:
- Choose 40kWh for predictable local use: Check that your daily mileage leaves a comfortable reserve during colder weather.
- Choose 52kWh for frequent longer trips: The extra 99km of claimed range gives more flexibility between stops.
- Check charging costs before ordering: Compare home and public tariffs against your expected mileage, then weigh the larger battery's purchase premium against the convenience you will actually use.
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