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Nissan Pixo: the electric city car with facial recognition is here

Designed for the European market and based on the Renault Twingo, it boasts ultra-compact dimensions as well as high-tech features such as Google connectivity integrated with Gemini. It has a range of 259 km and supports fast charging. It will go on sale in the early months of next year.

by Corrado Canali

23 September 2026

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Nissan has unveiled the new Pixo, a small battery-powered city car designed for European cities. The name comes from one of the Japanese brand’s A-segment models. The new model shares with the new electric Renault Twingo (and, to some extent, its cousin Dacia Spring 2027) – the platform, some exterior body panels and dashboard components, as well as on-board technologies and powertrain systems. A sensible choice to cut costs thanks to synergies with the long-standing French partner. Indeed, even after the end of the Renault-Nissan Alliance, the two groups continue to work together, sharing technologies and technical and industrial solutions

Its modern design and practical interior are complemented by its compact size – it is just 3,796 mm long – as well as connectivity provided by Google with integrated AI. Gemini. The 27.5 kW battery powers an 80 cv motor, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 12 seconds, whilst the range is 259 km. The car offers 50 kW DC charging. A ‘One Pedal’ mode will also be available, allowing the driver to brake and accelerate using a single pedal. This will help expand Nissan’s range of electric models.

Partnership with Renault

As mentioned, the new Nissan Pixo shares the same technical platform as the Renault Twingo E-Tech; it is no coincidence that it will be produced at the same factory in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, where the French brand’s compact car and its sister model, the Dacia Sping, are assembled. The Pixo also shares the same AmpR Small platform, along with the battery and charging times, as part of the agreements that also led to the development of the electric Micra. However, Nissan’s design interventions – focusing on the front end – and the inclusion of specific features not found on its cousin, the Twingo, ensure that the Pixo is to be regarded as a true Nissan.

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Fast charging

The new Pixo’s primary focus is, quite rightly, on its charging system. The 50 kW DC fast-charging system, in fact, comes as standard on all trim levels, allowing the battery to be recharged from 15% to 80% in 28 minutes, whilst the 11 kW alternating current (AC) charging system makes recharging at home more convenient. This performance is made possible by a lithium-iron-phosphate battery. Next up is safety. The Pixo’s standard equipment includes adaptive cruise control with a stop-and-go function to adapt to traffic flow, a lane departure warning system and hands-free assisted parking.

Integrated Gemini

The contemporary character of the new Nissan, on the other hand, is embodied by Gemini, a first for an A-segment car. Available in 16 languages from its market launch, Gemini – developed by Google – supports navigation, entertainment and even communication, all via natural voice interaction. Furthermore, thanks to its conversation history, Gemini also learns the driver’s preferences, creating an increasingly personalised in-car experience. This is an unusual feature for a car like the Pixo, which is affordable and aimed at a broad customer base that will benefit from it.

Facial recognition

Integration with Google also offers intuitive navigation, with the ability to plan your route in real time and enjoy seamless connectivity, whilst the MyNissan app and connected services allow you to manage charging and the car’s functions from a single platform. The Nissan Pixo features a smartphone-style recognition system that adds further convenience by recognising the driver and automatically activating personalised settings. All of this is accessible via a 7-inch driver display and a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system for playing music and interacting with intuitive graphics and animations.

Ease of use

Despite its compact size, the Pixo offers 18 litres of storage space in the cabin and a boot with a record capacity of 356 litres – including a 50-litre compartment for charging cables – with the rear seats in their normal position, proving that compact dimensions do not come at the expense of practicality. The bold exterior design, moreover, is quintessentially Nissan, offering a fresh take on the brand’s design language reserved for compact electric vehicles. The pixel-inspired lighting signature, the front end and the integrated design details ensure the new Pixo has a distinctive personality.

Four passengers

The Pixo’s compact dimensions and tight turning circle of 9.9 metres make it easy to manoeuvre even on the narrowest city streets, whilst the 60 kW all-electric powertrain ensures immediate response and swift acceleration. The interior layout is designed for comfort, accommodating up to four adult passengers. The sliding rear seats, which are also independent, enhance its versatility, offering additional space when required, specifically for carrying bulkier items than usual.