2022 Nissan LEAF





Total MSRP | $28,425 |
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What others are paying | $29,433 |
- 5 Colors
- 5 Trims
- 4 Packages
2022 Nissan Leaf Review

- Comes standard with many driver assistance features
- Quiet driving experience
- Attractively priced
- Limited small-item storage
- The back seats don't fold flat
- Leaf's type of fast-charging port isn't supported at all public charging stations
- Lower starting price
- Level 3 fast-charging port is now standard
- SV Plus trim level gets the Technology package as standard
- Part of the second Leaf generation introduced for 2018
While Tesla kicked electric vehicle sales into overdrive with its Model S and Model 3 sedans, the trailblazing Nissan Leaf proved that an appetite for EVs existed in the first place. When it launched in 2011, the Leaf was a strangely shaped hatchback with a maximum range of well under 100 miles. But it sold well enough that Nissan was able to improve upon the formula for the second-generation Leaf that came out for 2018.
For 2022, Nissan is making the Leaf's price lower across the board compared to the 2021 models. Even better, Nissan has expanded the amount of content on the lower two trim levels. The base Leaf now comes standard with last year's portable charging cable, while the Leaf SV Plus is now equipped with the previously optional SV Technology package.
We suspect that some shoppers will find the Leaf to be a bit unfashionable compared to the Model 3, Ford Mustang Mach-E and Hyundai Ioniq 5. Its maximum range isn't up to par compared to those models either. But the Leaf still makes a lot of sense for an affordable city runabout. Read Edmunds' Expert Rating below to get our full evaluation of the 2022 Leaf.
What's it like to live with?
Edmunds owned a 2018 Nissan Leaf for one year and drove it almost 10,000 miles. To learn more about our experiences, visit the long-term page for our Nissan Leaf SL. We covered everything from seat comfort to real-world electric range. Note that while there have been some changes since that inaugural year, most of our observations still apply.
Performance
As with most EVs, smooth, instant power and a total absence of shifting make the Nissan Leaf ridiculously easy to drive. The low-slung battery also helps the Leaf hug the road, and it has the balance and coordination necessary to inspire confidence when you're going around turns.
Comfort
The Leaf's electric drive components don't make any noise and lack the commotion that a non-EV makes when it changes gears. Wind and road noise is the remaining potential noise source, but it isn't overly prominent.
2022 Nissan LEAF pricing
in Ashburn, VA




Interior
Generously sized windows and a fairly low cowl contribute to good visibility, but the rear roof pillar is slightly broader than before and produces a bigger blind spot. Our main gripe pertains to the shifter, which is so odd that it includes its own user diagram.
Technology
Storage
For family duty, the Leaf has wide-opening doors and a near-horizontal roofline that makes it easy to access strapped-in children. The fairly generous amount of backseat room also helps for installing rear-facing seats. The three top tether anchors are easy to use, but the lower car seat anchors are somewhat buried in a gap in the seat cushions.
Range and Efficiency
In Edmunds' real-world testing, the Leaf Plus' range slightly outperformed its estimate at 237 miles, and it consumed slightly less energy, at a rate of 27.1 kWh per 100 miles. This observed efficiency, while better than the EPA rating, is nonetheless unremarkable for a non-luxury EV.
Value
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Which LEAF does Edmunds recommend?
Nissan LEAF models
The 2022 Nissan Leaf is a compact electric hatchback available in two versions: the regular Leaf and the Leaf Plus. The two differ in battery capacity and power output. The regular Leaf has a 40-kWh battery that's good for about 149 miles of range. Nissan upgrades the Leaf Plus with a 62-kWh battery that provides 226 miles of range in its base trim, and 215 miles in more well-equipped models. The Plus also has a more powerful 214-horsepower electric motor compared to the regular model's 147-hp motor.
Three trim levels are available for the Leaf: S, SV and SL. The S and SV trim levels can be had with either the Leaf or Leaf Plus battery pack. The SL is only available in the Leaf Plus configuration. The highlight standard features include:
S
Starts you off with:
- 16-inch steel wheels with wheel covers (Leaf)
- 16-inch alloy wheels (Leaf Plus)
- Automatic headlights
- Rear spoiler
- Illuminated and locking charge port
- CHAdeMO fast-charging port
- Automatic climate control
- Height-adjustable driver's seat
- 60/40-split folding rear seats
- Four USB ports (two front, two rear)
- Keyless entry and push-button start
- Remote cabin preheating/precooling
- 8-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- Four-speaker audio system
All Nissan Leafs come with these standard advanced driver aids:
- Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
- Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
- Lane keeping assist (steers the Leaf back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
- Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
SV
Adds to the S with:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Foglights
- Heated mirrors
- Leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel
- Navigation system
- NissanConnect Services (vehicle locator, remote battery status and charge control)
- Six-speaker audio system
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Nissan and the car in front)
- Heated front seats
- Heat pump (heats the cabin more efficiently than normal heater)
The SV Technology package is optional for the Leaf SV but comes standard on the Leaf SV Plus version. It includes:
- ProPilot Assist (uses adaptive cruise control and lane centering for semi-automated driving)
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat
- Auto-dimming inside mirror
- LED headlights and daytime running lights
- Electronic parking brake
- Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Leaf and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
- Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)
SL
The Leaf Plus-only SL trim builds off the SV with:
- Cargo cover
- Seven-speaker Bose audio system
- Leather upholstery




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Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $28,425
- EPA Battery & Range
- EPA KWh/100 mi.This value tells you how much energy in kilowatt-hours a vehicle would use to travel 100 miles. Unlike mpg, however, where a larger number is better (for example, a vehicle that gets 30 mpg is better than one that gets 20 mpg), a smaller number is better in kWh/100 miles because you are using less battery energy per mile.: 30
- Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)This can be tough to pin down, but we assume for simplicity that the 240V power source will enable the vehicle's onboard charger to operate at full capacity, and that the battery is fully depleted and will be recharged to 100%. Given those assumptions, the value provided is simply the battery's capacity divided by the onboard charger's power rating. For example, a battery rated at 100 kWh will need 12.5 hours to recharge fully using an 8.0-kW charger.: 8.0 hr.
- EPA Electricity RangeThis value is the estimated number of miles that a vehicle can travel in combined city and highway driving (using a mix of 55% highway and 45% city driving) before needing to be recharged, according to the EPA's testing methodology.: 149 mi.
- EPA Combined MPGeA combined total of 45% city MPGe + 55% highway MPGe: 111 MPGe
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: front wheel drive
- Transmission: 1-speed direct drive
- Basic Warranty
- 3 yr./ 36000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 176.4 in. / Height: 61.4 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 70.5 in.
- Curb Weight: 3516 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 23.6 cu.ft.

- 5 Colors
- 5 Trims

Safety
Our experts’ favorite LEAF safety features:
- ProPilot Assist
- Includes stop-and-go traffic-adaptive cruise control and can keep the car centered within your lane to reduce driver fatigue.
- Advanced Air Bag System
- The front airbags adjust inflation rate based on crash severity, and side bags adjust based on seat position, helping to minimize injury.
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Detects an imminent front collision. Can warn the driver and automatically apply the brakes if necessary.
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
Side Impact Test | Good |
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Roof Strength Test | Not Tested |
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint | Good |
IIHS Small Overlap Front Test | Not Tested |
Moderate Overlap Front Test | Good |
Nissan Leaf vs. the competition

2022 Nissan Leaf

2021 Tesla Model 3
Nissan Leaf vs. Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is so ubiquitous that you almost have to justify not choosing one for your next EV purchase. Highlights include a surprisingly roomy interior, rapid acceleration, and access to Tesla's big network of Supercharger fast-charging stations. But compared to the Leaf, the Model 3 will likely be more expensive, and its touchscreen can be frustrating to use.
Nissan Leaf vs. Chevrolet Bolt EV
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is still in its first generation, but this year's significant refresh makes it feel like a brand-new car. Interior materials are of a higher quality, nullifying the overly plasticky feel of prior Bolts. You also get cool tech features including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Bolt EV offers more range than the Leaf Plus, but the Leaf's trim lineup is far more affordable across the board.
Nissan Leaf vs. Kia Niro EV
The Kia Niro EV is a small electric crossover that competes directly with the Leaf Plus. Like the Tesla and Chevrolet, the Kia is more expensive than a similarly equipped Leaf. But the Niro EV also feels more refined overall, and it offers a few neat features not present on the Leaf. These include ventilated front seats, a sunroof and a wireless charging pad. And unlike some other budget-priced EVs, the Niro is pretty quick when you pin the accelerator pedal to the floor.
FAQ
Is the Nissan LEAF a good car?
What's new in the 2022 Nissan LEAF?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Nissan LEAF:
- Lower starting price
- Level 3 fast-charging port is now standard
- SV Plus trim level gets the Technology package as standard
- Part of the second Leaf generation introduced for 2018
Is the Nissan LEAF reliable?
Is the 2022 Nissan LEAF a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2022 Nissan LEAF?
The least-expensive 2022 Nissan LEAF is the 2022 Nissan LEAF S 4dr Hatchback (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $27,400.
Other versions include:
- S 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) which starts at $27,400
- SV 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) which starts at $28,800
- S PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) which starts at $32,400
- SV PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) which starts at $35,400
- SL PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) which starts at $37,400
What are the different models of Nissan LEAF?
2022 Nissan LEAF Overview
The 2022 Nissan LEAF is offered in the following submodels: LEAF Hatchback. Available styles include SL PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), S 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), SV 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), S PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), and SV PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD). Nissan LEAF models are available with a undefined-liter electric engine, with output up to 214 hp, depending on engine type. The 2022 Nissan LEAF comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 1-speed direct drive. The 2022 Nissan LEAF comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.
What do people think of the 2022 Nissan LEAF?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2022 Nissan LEAF and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2022 LEAF 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2022 LEAF.
Pros
- Comes standard with many driver assistance features
- Quiet driving experience
- Attractively priced
Cons
- Limited small-item storage
- The back seats don't fold flat
- Leaf's type of fast-charging port isn't supported at all public charging stations
Edmunds Expert Reviews
Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2022 Nissan LEAF and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2022 LEAF featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.
Our Review Process
This review was written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. Our team drives every car you can buy. We put the vehicles through rigorous testing, evaluating how they drive and comparing them in detail to their competitors.
We're also regular people like you, so we pay attention to all the different ways people use their cars every day. We want to know if there's enough room for our families and our weekend gear and whether or not our favorite drink fits in the cupholder. Our editors want to help you make the best decision on a car that fits your life.
What's a good price for a New 2022 Nissan LEAF?
2022 Nissan LEAF S 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
Available Inventory:We are showing 1 2022 Nissan LEAF S 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburn area.
2022 Nissan LEAF SV 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
Available Inventory:We are showing 1 2022 Nissan LEAF SV 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburn area.
2022 Nissan LEAF S PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
2022 Nissan LEAF SV PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
Available Inventory:We are showing 1 2022 Nissan LEAF SV PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburn area.
2022 Nissan LEAF SL PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
Which 2022 Nissan LEAFS are available in my area?
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What is the MPG of a 2022 Nissan LEAF?
2022 Nissan LEAF SL PLUS 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), 1-speed direct drive, electric
2022 Nissan LEAF S 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), 1-speed direct drive, electric
2022 Nissan LEAF SV 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), 1-speed direct drive, electric
EPA Est. MPG | N/A |
Transmission | 1-speed direct drive |
Drive Train | front wheel drive |
Displacement | N/A |
Passenger Volume | 116.0 cu.ft. |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in. |
Length | 176.4 in. |
Width | N/A |
Height | 62.0 in. |
Curb Weight | 3934 lbs. |
Should I lease or buy a 2022 Nissan LEAF?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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