Nissan Celebrates Success at the Sun Motor Awards 2025

The Sun Motor Awards 2025 have just been announced, and Nissan has taken home two major wins. The Nissan Leaf was named Car of the Year, while the ever-popular Nissan Qashqai received the title of Best Hybrid.

For us at South West Nissan, it’s great to see two of our best-loved models recognised for their innovation, practicality and value.

The Nissan Leaf – Car of the Year

The latest version of the Nissan Leaf impressed the judges thanks to its extended range, refreshed design and upgraded in-car technology. Built in Sunderland, the Leaf remains one of the most accessible and reliable electric vehicles on the market, making it a strong choice for drivers considering the switch to EVs.

The Nissan Qashqai – Best Hybrid

The Qashqai, another UK-built model, was awarded Best Hybrid thanks to its efficient e-Power system. It offers a smooth drive and reduced running costs, giving customers a practical alternative if they’re not quite ready to go fully electric.

What this means for our customers

These awards highlight Nissan’s commitment to producing cars that suit real drivers’ needs — whether that’s lowering running costs, reducing emissions or making the move to electric more achievable.

At South West Nissan, we’re proud to offer both of these award-winning models, with our teams across the South West ready to help you explore which option works best for your lifestyle.

Ready to find out more?

Both the new Nissan Leaf and Qashqai e-Power are available to test drive now at our dealerships. It’s the best way to experience first-hand what makes them award winners.

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