The all-new Nissan LEAF has been named the 2026 Supreme Winner by Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY), securing the top honor from the international jury made up exclusively of women automotive journalists.
The award marks another milestone for the Nissan LEAF, which debuted in 2010 as the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle. Now in its third generation, the new LEAF was recognized for combining a sleeker design, improved range and intuitive technology, helping it rise above a field of 55 contenders.
The WWCOTY judge vehicles on criteria that matter most to everyday motorists, including safety, design, value, ease of use and environmental impact. Its jury of 86 automotive journalists from more than 50 countries highlighted the LEAF’s practical approach to electric mobility and its blend of advanced EV performance with simple day-to-day usability.
“In our voting, we have focused on vehicles that stand out not only for their figures or technology, but for how effectively they respond to people’s real, everyday needs,” said Marta García, Executive President of WWCOTY. “The Nissan LEAF represents a mature and intelligent vision of electrification — one that makes electric mobility truly usable and accessible.”
Nissan said the recognition reinforces the LEAF’s long-standing role in pushing electric vehicles into the mainstream.
“New LEAF being named overall winner by the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year is a proud moment for everyone at Nissan,” said Ivan Espinosa, President & CEO, Nissan. “LEAF helped bring electric driving into the mainstream, and this new generation carries that mission forward. It’s designed to make going electric easier and more enjoyable for more people around the world.”
Earlier in 2026, the all-new Nissan LEAF was also named Best Compact Car by WWCOTY, further underlining its appeal as a practical and accessible electric car.
For Nissan, the latest Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year title adds weight to the LEAF’s position in the global EV market, as the brand looks to build on more than 15 years of electric mobility leadership.