2022 Nissan LEAF
| Total MSRP | $28,425 |
|---|---|
| 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.
2022 Nissan LEAF pricing
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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
