Nissan Leaf
Latest Model
2026 Model Redesign Year
The redesigned 2026 Leaf promises a far longer driving range than its predecessor.
When it launches this fall, the front-wheel-drive EV will have a 214-hp, 160 kW electric motor and a 75 kWh battery.
It will be able to cover between 259 and 303 miles, depending on the trim level.
In 2026, Nissan will add an entry-level version with a 174-hp, 130 kW electric motor and 52 kWh battery.
A Tesla-style NACS charge port is on the passenger front fender, while a J1772 port for Level 2 charging is on the driver’s side.
Nissan says the new Leaf will have a roomier cabin and more cargo room than its predecessor, even though the EV’s exterior dimensions haven’t increased.
2026 Nissan Leaf
EPA Range
303 miles
Road Test Score
Predicted Reliability
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
Base MSRP Range
$28,140 - $36,190
Base MSRP Range
$28,140 - $36,190
Road Test Score
Predicted Reliability
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
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2026 Nissan Leaf
Base MSRP
$28,140 - $36,190
EPA Range
303
miles
Road Test Score
Predicted Reliability
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
2025
2018 Model Redesign Year
One of the first EVs, the long-in-the-tooth Leaf comes in two trim levels: S and SV Plus.
The standard 40-kilowatt-hour battery in the S provides an EPA-estimated driving range of 149 miles; the SV Plus gets a 60-kWh battery with an EPA-estimated range of 212 miles.
Its motor makes the SV Plus a second quicker from 0 to 60 mph than the base S.
It takes 8 hours to charge the Leaf S on a 240-volt connector and 10.5 hours to charge the SV Plus.
Note that DC fast charging is through an outdated connection that's not compatible with most public chargers.
The ride feels soft until you hit a sharp bump.
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2025 Nissan Leaf
EPA Range
212 miles
Road Test Score
Predicted Reliability
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
Base MSRP Range
$28,140 - $36,190
Destination Charge: $1495
Base MSRP Range
$28,140 - $36,190
Destination Charge: $1495
2025 Nissan Leaf
EPA Range
212 miles
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2025 Nissan Leaf
Base MSRP
$28,140 - $36,190
EPA Range
212
miles
Road Test Score
Predicted Reliability
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
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2018-Present
2018 Model Redesign Year
The second generation Leaf electric car has a 40-kWh battery.
We measured its driving range at 149 miles which is shorter than the Chevy Bolt's 250-mile range, but the Leaf is less expensive.
The 2019 Leaf Plus, with a 62-kWh battery, has a rated range of 215 miles.
It takes eight hours to charge it on a 240-volt connector.
The E-Pedal feature decelerates the Leaf quite significantly when the driver eases off the accelerator, sending energy back to the battery.
The Leaf accelerates decisively but the ride is stiff.
2024 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$16,300 - $18,400
EPA Range
212
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2023 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$14,750 - $17,100
EPA Range
212
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2022 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$13,075 - $16,800
EPA Range
215
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2021 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$10,350 - $14,525
EPA Range
215
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2020 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$8,500 - $13,250
EPA Range
215
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2019 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$7,175 - $11,500
EPA Range
215
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2018 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$5,975 - $7,950
EPA Range
151
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2011-2017
2011 Model Redesign Year
Holding the distinction of being the first widely available and affordable all-electric car, the five-seat Nissan LEAF hatchback has typical range of approximately 75-miles.
In our 2011 tests, a full charge took six hours using a 240-volt power source or 16 hours using 120 volts.
Since our test, charge times have been shortened through updates to the car.
At low speeds the extraordinarily quiet LEAF feels quick and rides comfortably.
Cabin access is easy and the rear seat is fairly roomy.
We measured 3.16 miles per kWh, the equivalent of 106 mpg.
2017 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$4,200 - $5,525
EPA Range
107
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2016 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$2,900 - $4,675
EPA Range
84
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2015 Nissan Leaf
Retail Price
$2,825 - $3,200
EPA Range
84
miles
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
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