Nissan Leaf

The 2026 Nissan Leaf starts at $29,990 MSRP for the Leaf S+ and runs to $38,990 for the Leaf Platinum+ across the 3 configurations we track. With Nissan's $1,575 destination fee, that comes to $31,565 to $40,565 before tax, registration and options. By trim: Leaf S+, $29,990 ($31,565 with the destination fee); Leaf SV+, $34,230 ($35,805 with the destination fee); Leaf Platinum+, $38,990 ($40,565 with the destination fee).

The Nissan Leaf offers EPA-estimated range between 259 and 303 miles, depending on trim and wheel size. Real-world highway range at 70 mph is typically 10–15% lower than the EPA rating, and cold-weather range can drop an additional 20–30% in sub-freezing temperatures.

The Nissan Leaf hits 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds — on par with most modern gas-powered family cars.

On a DC fast charger, the Nissan Leaf goes from 10% to 80% in roughly 35 minutes. At home on a Level 2 charger (240V), a full charge takes about 9–10 hours. A standard 120V outlet (Level 1) adds only about 4–5 miles of range an hour (from EPA efficiency, depending on the trim), so it suits overnight top-ups rather than full charges.

Not in our data — all 3 Nissan Leaf configurations we track use front-wheel drive, and we don't list an all-wheel-drive version.

The Nissan Leaf seats 5.

No. The federal Clean Vehicle Credit (IRC §30D) expired on September 30, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — no new EVs purchased on or after October 1, 2025 qualify. State incentives remain available: see our /deals page for current rebates in California, Maine, Colorado, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and other states. The Section 30C EV Charger Tax Credit (for home charger installation) expired June 30, 2026 — if your charger was placed in service on or before that date, you can still claim it (30% up to $1,000) on your 2026 return via IRS Form 8911.

Real-world data from EV fleets suggests modern lithium-ion EV batteries (2020+) retain roughly 85–90% of their original capacity at 100,000 miles, above the 70% capacity floor in the Nissan Leaf battery warranty, and 80–85% at 200,000 miles.

The Nissan Leaf battery warranty for 2026+ (third generation) cars is 8 years / 100,000 miles, with a 70% capacity floor. It covers capacity loss below that floor, and the coverage transfers to later owners. Earlier versions have different terms in our database — 2016-2025 (30/40/62 kWh): 8 years / 100,000 miles, with a capacity floor of about 70% (below 9 of the gauge's 12 capacity bars, i.e. 8 or fewer showing; Nissan's booklets give no percentage, and its 2013 owner notice put 9 bars at about 70%); it covers capacity loss below that floor, and the coverage transfers to later owners. 2011-2016 (24 kWh): 5 years / 60,000 miles, with a capacity floor of about 70% (below 9 of the gauge's 12 capacity bars, i.e. 8 or fewer showing; Nissan put 9 bars at about 70%); it covers capacity loss below that floor, and the coverage transfers to later owners. Compare it with every other EV in our EV battery warranty rankings.