Nissan Leaf

$27,500.00
Brand: Nissan
Category: Cars
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Drive Type: FWD
Type: 5 door hatchback, 5 seats
Self Driving: No
Airbags: Yes

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

PERFORMANCE 6 / 10
BATTERY 8 / 10
BODY 7 / 10
DISPLAYS 7 / 10
COMFORT 7 / 10
SAFETY 7 / 10

PROS

Proven platform with over a decade of global sales history.
Comfortable ride and simple controls.
Competitive pricing in the used market.

CONS

Uses CHAdeMO, which has limited expansion in many regions.
Thermal management system is less advanced than many newer rivals.

The Nissan Leaf is a compact battery electric vehicle. It sits in the C segment and uses a five door hatchback body style. It targets urban and suburban drivers who want a practical daily commuter with low running costs.

The Leaf comes with two battery options in most markets. A 40 kWh pack delivers around 240 to 270 km of WLTP range. The larger 62 kWh pack, often branded as e+, delivers around 340 to 385 km WLTP. DC fast charging uses the CHAdeMO standard, with peak rates up to 50 kW on the 40 kWh version and up to 100 kW on the 62 kWh version, depending on the charger. AC charging is supported up to 6.6 kW in many regions.

The Leaf sits in the lower to mid price range of the EV market. It suits city commuters, small families, and fleet users who value predictable range and simple ownership. From the same brand, you can also look at the Nissan Ariya and Nissan Sakura. Alternatives include the Chevrolet Bolt EV and MG4 EV. Compared with the Ariya, the Leaf offers lower range and older charging hardware but comes at a lower price point.

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Full Specifications

MODEL

Models

Nissan Leaf 40kWh
Nissan Leaf 62kWh

LAUNCH

Announced	2017, October
Status	Available to order. Released 2018, February - Nissan Leaf 40kWh Available to order. Released 2019 - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Country of origin	Japan
Base Price	$ 27,400 € 29,990 £ 25,990 - Nissan Leaf 40kWh $ 32,400 € 37,550 £ 30,440 - Nissan Leaf 62kWh

PERFORMANCE

Power	FWD 150 hp (110 kW) - Nissan Leaf 40kWh FWD 218 hp (160 kW) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Torque	320 Nm (236 lb-ft)- Nissan Leaf 40kWh 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	7.9 sec 0-62 mph - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 6.9 sec 0-62 mph - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Max Speed	89 mph (144 km/h) - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 98 mph (157 km/h) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
transmission	Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity	38 kWh usable, 40 kWh total - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 58 kWh usable, 62 kWh total - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Tech	Li-ion 360V
Range	168 mi WLTP (151 mi EPA, 124 mi NEDC) - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 239 mi WLTP (226 mi EPA, 155 mi NEDC) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Consumption	300 Wh/mi EPA (332 Wh/mi WLTP) - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 290 Wh/mi WLTP (310 Wh/mi EPA) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Recuperation	1 level, on/off button
Heat Pump
AC Charging	Type 2 6.6 kW AC, 0-100% in 8 hours - Nissan Leaf 40kWh Type 2 6.6 kW AC, 0-100% in 11 hours 30 min - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
DC Charging	CHAdeMO 50 kW max, 0-80% in 40 min - Nissan Leaf 40kWh CHAdeMO 100 kW max, 0-80% in 45 min - Nissan Leaf 62kWh

BODY

Type	5 door hatchback, 5 seats
Platform	e-Powertrain
Dimensions	4490 x 1788 x 1530 mm (176.8 x 70.4 x 60.2 in)
Drag Co-Efficient	0.28 Cd
Wheelbase	2700 mm (106.3 in)
Clearance	150 mm (5.9 in)
Weight	EU: 1580 kg unladen, 1995 kg gross - Nissan Leaf 40kWh EU: 1756 kg unladen, 2140 kg gross - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Suspension	Front MacPherson struts, rear torsion beam axle
Wheels	R16, R17
Trunk/Boot	EU: 435 l, 1176 l max - Nissan Leaf 40kWh EU: 420 l, 1161 l max - Nissan Leaf 62kWh
Frunk/Bonnet	No
Towing	No

DISPLAYS

Centre	5" or 7" or 8" touchscreen
Driver's Display	7"
Head-Up	No

COMFORT

Seats	Heated front seats, heated outer rear seats
Roof	No glass roof
Parking Aids	Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, ProPilot autonomous parking
Connectivity	Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

SAFETY

Airbags	Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system
Driving Aids	Front view camera and radar. Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Driver Attention Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Intelligent Around View Monitor, High Beam Assist
Crash Tests	NCAP 2018: 5 stars, NHTSA 2020-2022: 5 stars

Note

Others	Nissan Leaf 62kWh Also known as Nissan Leaf e+, Nissan Leaf Plus
disclaimer	We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct

Reviews

FAQ

Is the Nissan Leaf good for long trips?

The 62 kWh version handles moderate highway trips, but charging speed and CHAdeMO availability limit convenience on long routes.

How long does the Nissan Leaf battery last?

Battery life depends on usage and climate. Many owners report acceptable capacity retention after 8 years, especially with moderate driving and regular AC charging.