2024 Nissan Leaf Electric

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$28,140 - $36,190
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Spacious interior

Standard model has a low driving range

No major changes

Comfortable Seating

No widespread support for fast-charging port

Affordability

Non-foldable back seats

Specs & Features

$28,140

price

147 hp @ 3282 rpm

horsepower

236 lb.-ft.

torque

1-Speed Dual Clutch

transmission

electric FWD 1A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The all-electric Leaf was never a best-seller for Nissan. However, Nissan has been selling it for more than a decade now. Just like the previous model years, the 2024 Nissan Leaf specs are not exciting. However, it has been on sale for its affordability and guilt-free driving experience. Sadly, despite some of the pros, Nissan is planning to discontinue the EV hatchback by the middle of this decade.

The 2024 Nissan Leaf starts at $28,140, and for that price, it is among the cheapest electric vehicles on the market. The accessible price tag makes it one of the cheapest Nissan cars to buy. Coming to the maximum range on offer, the 2024 Nissan Leaf range of 215 miles with the larger battery pack is just about enough for urban commuters. Check out the video by Ben Hardy to see if the Leaf 2024 is a better deal than the Tesla.

Buying Advice

Out of just two trims on offer, we would pick the SV Plus trim for the list of features on offer. The base MSRP of the 2024 Leaf SV Plus is $8,050 more but for that price it offers more usable driving range, bigger battery pack, keyless entry with push button start, 

Comparative Analysis against Competition

The 2024 Nissan Leaf might just be your final dose of this EV, as it's nearing the end of its production. The Nissan Leaf has stood out for being one of the first EVs to enter the U.S. market with an affordable price tag. The 2024 Nissan Leaf interior feels comfortable and spacious for the price you pay. However, for a similar price, you can have a look at the Hyundai Kona Electric, Chevrolet Bolt EV, and Bolt EUV.

The 2024 Nissan Leaf price starts at $28,140 for the base S trim. The top-end SV Plus trim is available for $36,190. However, an additional destination fee of $1,140 is applicable on both trims over their base MSRP. In terms of powertrain, a single front-mounted electric motor drives the Leaf 2024. However, depending on the choice of 40 KWh and 60 KWh battery packs, the output of the electric motor is different.

With the smaller pack, the 2024 Leaf offers 147 horsepower with the S trim, while the larger battery pack enables an output of 214 horsepower with the SV Plus trim. The 2024 Nissan Leaf 0-60 time of 7.4 seconds with the base S and 6.7 seconds with the SV Plus trim is just about average. The 2024 Nissan Leaf S trim can offer a range of 149 miles. With 215 miles on a single charge, the 2024 Nissan Leaf SV Plus range is more usable.

Nissan claims that a 240-volt charger can charge the Nissan Leaf in a matter of seven hours. However, both variants of the Leaf 2024 support DC fast charging as well. The 2024 Nissan Leaf scored an overall score of 74/100 in the J.D. Power Consumer Rating. For reliability and resale, it scored 76/100. For driving and dealership experience, it scored 61/100 and 82/100, respectively. Stay tuned for a complete review. 

Trims

    S
    $28,140 onwards
    • Engine: electric FWD 1A
    • Horsepower: 147 hp @ 3282 rpm hp
    • Torque: 236 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 7.4 sec
    • Top Speed: 106 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    SV Plus
    $36,190 onwards
    • Engine: electric FWD 1A
    • Horsepower: 214 hp hp
    • Torque: 250 lb.-ft. @ 800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 106 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -

2024 Nissan Leaf Electric vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    Source
    7.4 sec106 mph

    2024 Nissan Leaf Electric vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      Source
      123 mpg99 mpg

      2024 Nissan Leaf Electric vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        Source
        176.4 in.70.5 in.61.5 in.5.9 in.106.3 in. -

        2024 Nissan Leaf Electric vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          Source
          23.6 cu.ft.92.4 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.

          2024 Nissan Leaf Electric vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Source
            30 cu.ft.23.6 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.

            2024 Nissan Leaf Electric vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              Source
              999 lbs.3509 lbs.

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