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Nissan Leaf
- Drive Type: FWD
- Type: 5 door hatchback, 5 seats
- Self Driving: No
- Airbags: Yes
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 Electric Vehicle Specifications
MODEL
| Available Trims / Variants |
Nissan Leaf 40kWh Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
| Base Price (USD) |
$ 27,400 € 29,990 £ 25,990 - Nissan Leaf 40kWh $ 32,400 € 37,550 £ 30,440 - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
| Availability Status |
Available to order. Released 2018, February - Nissan Leaf 40kWh Available to order. Released 2019 - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
BATTERY & CHARGING
| Battery Capacity |
38 kWh usable, 40 kWh total - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 58 kWh usable, 62 kWh total - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
168 mi WLTP (151 mi EPA, 124 mi NEDC) - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 239 mi WLTP (226 mi EPA, 155 mi NEDC) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CHAdeMO 50 kW max, 0-80% in 40 min - Nissan Leaf 40kWh CHAdeMO 100 kW max, 0-80% in 45 min - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
| AC Charging (Max kW) |
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 |
| Energy Consumption |
300 Wh/mi EPA (332 Wh/mi WLTP) - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 290 Wh/mi WLTP (310 Wh/mi EPA) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
PERFORMANCE
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
FWD 150 hp (110 kW) - Nissan Leaf 40kWh FWD 218 hp (160 kW) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) 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 |
| Torque (Nm) |
320 Nm (236 lb-ft)- Nissan Leaf 40kWh 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) |
89 mph (144 km/h) - Nissan Leaf 40kWh 98 mph (157 km/h) - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
BODY & DIMENSIONS
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 4490 x 1788 x 1530 mm (176.8 x 70.4 x 60.2 in) |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) |
EU: 435 l, 1176 l max - Nissan Leaf 40kWh EU: 420 l, 1161 l max - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
| Body Style |
5 door hatchback, 5 seats |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
EU: 1580 kg unladen, 1995 kg gross - Nissan Leaf 40kWh EU: 1756 kg unladen, 2140 kg gross - Nissan Leaf 62kWh |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) |
No |
SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE
| Crash Test Ratings | NCAP 2018: 5 stars, NHTSA 2020-2022: 5 stars |
COMFORT & SEATING
| Seating Capacity | Heated front seats, heated outer rear seats |
DISPLAYS & CONNECTIVITY
| Centre Screen (inches) | 5" or 7" or 8" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 7" |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | No |
TECHNOLOGY
ADDITIONAL SPECS
Note
| Additional Notes | Nissan Leaf 62kWh Also known as Nissan Leaf e+, Nissan Leaf Plus |
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Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
