Nissan LEAF (2018)
The complete guide to the Nissan LEAF (2018), from the car itself to running costs and charging.
KEY STATS
Range (WLTP):
168 miles
Electric cost/mile:
3.53p
Rapid charge:
Yes
EV type:
Battery electric
Overview
Pretty much the industry standard full battery electric car since 2010. Nissan's latest revamp of the LEAF has more gadgets, is faster, sleeker and, most importantly, capable of longer distances between charges. Alongside "ProPILOT" (equivalent to Tesla's famous "Autopilot"), perhaps our favourite feature is the "e-pedal" which means the car can come to a gentle stop through regenerative braking, without needing to press the brake - genuine one pedal driving.
Charging Details
Charging time for a Nissan LEAF
The table below shows the estimated time to charge your Nissan LEAF from empty to full. For rapid charging we show the time to charge from 20% - 80%, as charging tends to slow outside this range to protect the battery.
| Charging method | Typically found at | Charging time* | Range/hour** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty to full | |||
| 3-pin plug | Home | 18 h | 9 m/h |
| 3.7kW | Home / Work | 11 h | 15 m/h |
| 7kW (optional***) | Home / Work / Public Locations | 6 h | 26 m/h |
| 22kW (optional***) | Work / Public Locations | 6 h | 26 m/h |
| 20%-80% | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 50kW | Public Locations | 30 min | 99 m/30 min |
| 150kW | Public Locations | 30 min | 99 m/30 min |
* Based on Pod Point estimates, charging rates can differ based on the ambient temperature, the state of the battery (e.g. empty or half full) and variation in charging rate.
** Range per hour is the number of miles you can expect to get from an hour of charging at the relevant rate.
*** If optional upgrade to 6.6kW on-board charger selected, otherwise same as 3.7kW.
Connector type and charging rates
You can charge your Nissan LEAF with a Type 2 connector at home, work or at a public charging point. There is also a CHAdeMO connector for rapid charging.
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* Optional upgrade to 6.6kW on-board charger available.
Where you can charge a Nissan LEAF
| Place | Nissan LEAF | Benefits | Solutions |
|---|---|---|---|
| At Home | ✔ | The most convenient way to charge your EV is at home overnight for a full battery each morning. | Find out more |
| At Work | ✔ | Plug-in when you arrive at work and leave fully charged at the end of the day. | Find out more |
| On Public Networks | ✔ | You can often top up for free when you are out and about at convenient locations including supermarkets and public car parks. | Find out more |
Cost to charge
Cost of charging a Nissan LEAF
The cost of charging your car will vary between home, work and public chargepoints (below are our estimates). Charging on the Pod Point public network is usually free through the Pod Point app.
| Place | Avg. cost | Cost/mile |
|---|---|---|
| Home (Empty to full)* | £5.04 | 3.53p |
| Public Rapid chargers (20%-80%)** | £5.18 | 6.05p |
* Assumes tariff of 14p/kWh. The cost of home charging will vary depending on your electricity rate
** Assumes tariff of 24p/kWh applicable to most Pod Point rapid chargers
Recommended chargers and prices
| Place | Product | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Home | 3.6kW or 7kW Solo Charger | From £279* |
| Workplace | 7kW Solo or Twin Chargers** | Speak to our team |
* Price includes £500 OLEV grant, full price £779.
** Other charging options are also available, speak to our team for more information.
Vehicle Specs
Range
| Official range (WLTP*) | 168 miles |
| Official range (NEDC*) | 217 miles |
| Pod Point Confidence Range** | 143 miles |
* For more information on "WLTP", "NEDC" and more, please visit our Electric Vehicle Dictionary.
** Pod Point Confidence Range is the maximum distance we’d be confident driving on electric power between charges. Real range will depend on various factors including driving conditions, personal driving style, outside temperature, heating / air conditioning, etc.
Performance
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 seconds |
| Top speed | 89 mph |
| Engine power | 150 bhp / 110kW |
| Torque | 320 Nm |
| EV type | Battery electric |
Battery
| Battery size | 40 kWh |
| Usable battery (Pod Point estimate) | 36 kWh |
| Official battery efficiency (WLTP) | 330 Wh/mile |
| Official battery efficiency (NEDC) | 240 Wh/mile |
Environmental impact
| Official MPG (WLTP) | N/A |
| Official MPG (NEDC) | N/A |
| Official CO2 emissions (WLTP) | 0 gCO2/km |
| Official CO2 emissions (NEDC) | 0 gCO2/km |
| CO2 emissions from UK grid electricity usage (Pod Point calculated)* | 39 gCO2/km |
*This metric estimates the environmental impact of driving your electric vehicle based on how the electricity that powers your car is generated. We take the average carbon intensity across the UK grid measured throughout 2018 to calculate the expected grams of CO2 emitted per 1 km driven. The actual number will vary by region, when you charge (e.g. carbon intensity is usually lower overnight period) and whether your electricity comes from more renewable sources than the average.
Purchase,Tax & Grants
The Nissan LEAF is eligible for the OLEV Plug-in Car and Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) grants. You will also benefit from £0 road tax and London congestion charge.
Purchase
| OTR price | £31,495 |
Tax
| Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | £0 |
| Years 2-5 | £0 |
| Benefit in Kind (BiK) tax year | BiK tax rate | Annual BiK value |
|---|---|---|
| For cars registered before April 2020 | ||
| 19/20 | 16% | £5,030 |
| 20/21 | 0% | £0 |
| 21/22 | 1% | £314 |
| 22/23 | 2% | £629 |
| For cars registered after April 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 20/21 | 0% | £0 |
| 21/22 | 1% | £314 |
| 22/23 | 2% | £629 |
* For further information including how to calculate personal BiK liabilities, please visit our Electric Car Tax guide.
| Local taxes | Amount |
|---|---|
| London Congestion Zone Charge | £0 |
| Ultra Low Emission Zone Charge | £0 |
* For further information on London's Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ), please visit our ULEZ guide.
| Insurance | |
|---|---|
| Insurance group | 21 |
Grants*
| Grant name | Eligibility | Amount | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| OLEV EVHS Grant | ✔ | £500 | Can be used to reduce the cost of a home charger with installation |
| OLEV Plug-in Car Grant | ✔ | £3,500 | Used to reduce the cost of the vehicle |
| EST Domestic Charge Point Grant | ✔ | £300 | Can be used in Scotland in addition to the EVHS grant to reduce the cost of a home charger with installation |
* Prices for vehicles and chargepoints are typically displayed with the Plug-in Car and EVHS grant discounts already applied.