2025 Nissan LEAF vs 2024 LEAF vs 2023 LEAF: Which Version of this Mid-Size Crossover is Best?
Experience the unique power of the new 2025 Nissan LEAF. This all-electric vehicle offers sleek styling, convenient features, and a range of up to 212 miles.
Offering seating for up to five occupants and ample cargo room, the Nissan LEAF was designed for your everyday needs. Plus, with an attractive starting price, this EV makes all-electric driving even more attainable for budget-conscious drivers. Whether you’re commuting to work or heading off on a weekend adventure, get the most out of your drive with a 2025 Nissan LEAF!
Let’s see how the latest Nissan LEAF compares to previous models below!
Vehicles (All S Standard Trims) | 2025 Nissan LEAF | 2024 Nissan LEAF | 2023 Nissan LEAF |
MSRP* | $28,140 | $28,140 | $28,040 |
Body Style | Electric Hatchback | Electric Hatchback | Electric Hatchback |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
Engine | Electric AC Synchronous motor | Electric AC Synchronous motor | Electric AC Synchronous motor |
Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
Horsepower | 147 @ 3282 | 147 @ 3282 | 147 @ 3282 |
Torque | 236 lb-ft @ 3,283 rpm | 236 lb-ft @ 3,283 rpm | 236 lb-ft @ 3,283 rpm |
Range & Charging | |||
Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric |
EPA MPGe (city / hwy) | 123 city / 99 hwy | 123 city / 99 hwy | 123 city / 99 hwy |
EPA MPGe (combined) | 111 MPGe | 111 MPGe | 111 MPGe |
Range | 149 miles (up to 212 miles for LEAF SV Plus) | 149 miles (up to 212 miles for LEAF SV Plus) | 149 miles (up to 212 miles for LEAF SV Plus) |
Battery | 53-77.4 kWh 480-697 V lithium-ion | 53-77.4 kWh 480-697 V lithium-ion | 58-77.4 kWh 523-697 V lithium-ion |
Level 2: Home Charging (240V) | Up to 8 hours w/ 40kWh battery (11.5 hours w/ 40 kWh battery) | Up to 8 hours w/ 40kWh battery (11.5 hours w/ 40 kWh battery) | Up to 8 hours w/ 40kWh battery (11.5 hours w/ 40 kWh battery) |
Level 3: DC Fast Charging (800V) | Up to 80% in 40 min | Up to 80% in 40 min | Up to 80% in 40 min |
Space & Comfort | |||
Passenger Volume | 92.4 cu. ft. | 92.4 cu. ft. | 92.4 cu. ft. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Volume (all seats up) | 23.6 cu. ft. | 23.6 cu. ft. | 23.6 cu. ft. |
Cargo Volume (w/ rear seats down) | 30 cu. ft. | 30 cu. ft. | 30 cu. ft. |
Front Headroom | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. |
Front Legroom | 42.1 in. | 42.1 in. | 42.1 in. |
Second Headroom | 37.3 in. | 37.3 in. | 37.3 in. |
Second Legroom | 33.5 in. | 33.5 in. | 33.5 in. |
Size & Dimension | |||
Height | 61.4 in. | 61.4 in. | 61.4 in. |
Length | 176.4 in. | 176.4 in. | 176.4 in. |
Overall Width (w/o mirrors) | 70.5 in. | 70.5 in. | 70.5 in. |
Turning Diameter | 34.8 ft. | 34.8 ft. | 34.8 ft. |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. |
Payload | 999 lbs. | 999 lbs. | 999 lbs. |
Curb Weight | 3,509 lb. | 3,509 lb. | 3,509 lb. |
Wheels | 16 in. steel wheels w/ all-season tires (17 in. for SV Plus trim) | 16 in. steel wheels w/ all-season tires (17 in. for SV Plus trim) | 16 in. steel wheels w/ all-season tires (17 in. for SV Plus trim) |
Trim Levels | S & SV Plus | S & SV Plus | S & SV Plus |
Recognition
Get to Know the 2025 Nissan LEAF
Advantages of the Nissan LEAF
2025 Nissan LEAF Advantages
- Affordability
- Spacious interior
- Ample cargo space
- Good visibility
Possible Disadvantage
- Pricing could be more incising; it’s just too similar to competitors
New Features
- 2024 - 2025: no notable changes
- 2023: refreshed exterior; lineup reduced to two trims
- 2022: CHAdeMO quick charging port is now standard
- 2021: no changes
- 2020: more standard tech and safety features
Best Trim Level
The 2025 Nissan LEAF lineup offers two trim levels to choose from:
- 2025 Nissan LEAF S
- 2025 Nissan LEAF SV Plus
With a starting price of $28,140,* the S trim will certainly appeal to drivers on a budget. While it offers a shorter driving range and fewer features than the SV Plus, it’s an excellent option for drivers who don’t need it all. Even so, the S offers standard features like the NissanConnect® eight-inch touch-screen display as well as Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Standard driver assistance and collision prevention features include:
- Brake Assist
- Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention
- Intelligent Lane Intervention
- Intelligent Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking mitigation
- Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking prevention
- Rear Automatic Emergency Braking mitigation
Although the top trim level comes with a price increase, if you want more power, longer range, and extra features, choose the SV Plus. Upgrades in this trim level include:
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Intelligent Around View® Monitor
- Intelligent Driver Alertness
- Intelligent Cruise Control with Full Speed Range and Hold with traffic stop-go
- Front fog lights
The Nissan of Orangeburg team is available to help you discover your perfect match!
2025 Trim Levels MSRP*
S $28,140
SV Plus $36,190
Popular Features
- Quick charge port
- Nissan Safety Shield® 360
- Available Intelligent Around View® Monitor
- Estimated range up to 212 miles for SV Plus
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- NissanConnect® 8-inch touch-screen display
- Available six-speaker audio system
- Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Start and front-door request switch
Performance
- Acceleration and Power:
- LEAF S Trim:
- 147 horsepower
- 0-60 mph in 7.4 seconds
- LEAF SV Plus Trim:
- 214 horsepower
- 0-60 mph in 6.8 seconds
- LEAF S Trim:
- Range and Efficiency:
- LEAF S Trim:
- 149-mile range (EPA-estimated)
- 111 MPGe combined (city/highway)
- LEAF SV Plus Trim:
- 212-mile range (EPA-estimated)
- 109 MPGe combined (city/highway)
- LEAF S Trim:
- Charging:
- LEAF S Trim:
- 80% charge in 39.6 minutes with a 50kW DC fast charge
- 8 hours with 240v
- LEAF SV Plus Trim:
- 80% charge in 45 minutes with a 50kW DC fast charge
- 11 hours with 240v
- LEAF S Trim:
- Braking:
- e-Pedal lets you experience one-pedal driving
Technology
- Infotainment and Audio:
- Standard Features:
- NissanConnect® 8-inch touch-screen display
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Audio System:
- S trim: 4 speakers
- SV Plus trim: 6 speakers
- Standard Features:
- Driver Assistance and Safety:
- ProPilot Assist (SV Plus):
- Keeps your vehicle at a set distance from the vehicle in front of you, automatically stopping and bringing the vehicle back up to speed when needed.
- Helps keep your vehicle centered in the lane.
- ProPilot Assist (SV Plus):
Appearance
2025 Interior
- Comfort and Design:
- S trim:
- Steering wheel material: urethane
- Seat material: cloth
- Driver seat: manual, six-way adjustable
- Rear seat: 60-40 folding
- SV Plus trim:
- Steering wheel material: leather
- Seat material: cloth
- Driver seat: power, eight-way adjustable with power two-way lumbar support
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- S trim:
- Space and Cargo:
- Passenger Volume: 92.4 cu.ft.
- Front Leg Room: 42.1 in.
- Rear Legroom: 33.5 in.
- Front Head Room: 41.2 in.
- Rear Head Room: 37.3 in.
- Front Hip Room: 51.7 in.
- Rear Hip Room: 50 in.
- Front Shoulder Room: 54.3 in.
- Rear Shoulder Room: 52.5 in.
- Cargo Volume: 23.6 cu. ft.
- Visibility and Seating:
- Good visibility
- Seating for five
- Front bucket seats
- 60-40 folding rear seat
2025 Exterior
- Design and Styling:
- Rear liftgate
- Integrated rear spoiler
- S trim:
- LED taillights
- 16-inch steel wheels with covers
- SV Plus trim:
- LED front exterior accent lights
- 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
- Dimensions:
- Length: 176.4 in.
- Width: 70.5 in.
- Height:
- S trim: 61.4 in.
- SV Plus trim: 61.7 in.
- Wheelbase: 106.3 in.
- Exterior Colors:
- Glacier White
- Pearl White TriCoat
- Brilliant Silver Metallic
- Gun Metallic
- Deep Blue Pearl
- Scarlet Ember Tintcoat
- Super Black
- Two-tone Pearl White TriCoat / Super Black
Safety
- Nissan Safety Shield® 360:
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Can automatically brake to help prevent a collision with a vehicle or a pedestrian.
- Blind Spot Warning
- Keeps you informed about any vehicle in your blind spot.
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Let’s you know if a vehicle is approaching the rear of your vehicle as you’re backing up.
- Lane Departure Warning
- Helps you stay in your lane by sending a warning if you start to drift.
- High Beam Assist
- Can automatically switch off the high beams when a car is approaching and switch them back on when the car has passed.
- Rear Automatic Braking
- Can automatically brake to help prevent a rear collision with an object behind you.
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Other Safety Features:
- ProPilot Assist (SV Plus):
- Keeps your vehicle at a set distance from the vehicle in front of you, automatically stopping and bringing the vehicle back up to speed when needed.
- Helps keep your vehicle centered in the lane.
- 360-degree Surround View Camera
- Intelligent Around View® Monitor (SV Plus only)
- ProPilot Assist (SV Plus):
Warranty
- Basic Coverage
- 36 months / 36,000 miles
- EV System Coverage
- 60 months / 60,000 miles
- Lithium-ion Battery Coverage
- 96 months / 100,000 miles
- Lithium-ion Battery Capacity Coverage
- 96 months / 100,000 miles
- Corrosion Coverage (Perforation From Corrosion)
- 60 months / Unlimited miles
- Powertrain Coverage
- 60 months / 60,000 miles
- Seat Belt Coverage
- 120 months / Unlimited mileage
- Roadside Assistance
- 36 months / 36,000 miles
Does the 2025 Nissan LEAF EV Fit Your Lifestyle?
If you’re looking for a stylish, affordable, and fun-to-drive EV, we think you’ll love the 2025 Nissan LEAF. Feel free to contact our Nissan experts to learn more about how you can reserve your 2025 Nissan LEAF today.
We’ll be here to answer your questions and tell you more about each trim level as you decide which one is the best fit for you. You can also check out the Nissan ARIYA as well. We’ll make upgrading to your new EV quick and easy!
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FAQs
Is the Nissan LEAF being discontinued?
According to Car and Driver, it’s been reported that the Nissan LEAF as we know it won’t be around much longer, but a redesigned LEAF will be making an appearance at some point in the future. We can’t wait to see what a redesigned LEAF will look like!
Is the Nissan LEAF better than the Hyundai Kona Electric?
We may be biased, but we think the Nissan LEAF more than holds its own in the competition. However, it will ultimately depend on individual preference. For starters, the Hyundai Kona Electric is a small SUV, while the Nissan LEAF is a hatchback. The 2025 Nissan LEAF is certainly an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers, considering that it offers a starting MSRP of $28,140.* The 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric? $32,875.
Is the Nissan LEAF better than the Fiat 500e?
Again, this will depend on individual preference. The Fiat 500e is a small two-door vehicle, while the Nissan LEAF is a four-door hatchback. In terms of range, the Nissan LEAF offers an estimated range of up to 212 miles with the SV Plus trim, while the Fiat 500e offers an estimated range of up to 162 miles city driving. It’s hard to ignore the low starting price point of the Nissan LEAF. Its starting MSRP ($28,140*) is lower than the starting MSRP of the Fiat 500e, which is $32,500.
Is the Nissan LEAF better than the Chevy Bolt?
Once again, the answer to this question will depend on individual preference. Both models are affordable and offer a hatchback design. However, there is no new Chevy Bolt available for the 2024 or 2025 model year to compare the 2025 Nissan LEAF to, but there are plans in the works for an upcoming new Chevy Bolt model.
Will the Nissan LEAF motor last a long time?
You can expect your Nissan LEAF model’s motor to last a long time. While we can’t say precisely how long your model’s motor will last, some sources say that EV motors can last up to 20 years. You can also rest easy knowing that the electrical components are covered for 60 months/60,000 miles.
What is the range of a Nissan LEAF after 5 years?
Recurrent found that electric vehicles undergo 1-2% range degradation per year, in general. The percentage can be higher during the first 50,000 miles.
Why is the Nissan LEAF so popular?
Not only does the Nissan LEAF offer an attractive price point, but it also offers all-electric performance. That means no more stops at the gas station! In addition to its affordability and electric performance, the Nissan LEAF offers an abundance of features that create a comfortable and convenient driving experience for all.
Is the Nissan LEAF an EV or hybrid?
The Nissan LEAF is an all-electric vehicle. The base trim (S) is designed with a 110 kW AC synchronous electric motor and offers an estimated range of up to 149 miles, and the top trim (SV Plus) is designed with a 160 kW AC synchronous electric motor and offers an estimated range of up to 212 miles.
What are the trim levels of the Nissan LEAF?
The 2025 Nissan LEAF lineup offers two trim levels to choose from:
- 2025 Nissan LEAF S
- 2025 Nissan LEAF SV Plus
The 2025 Nissan LEAF S is designed with a 110 kW AC synchronous electric motor and produces 147 horsepower. The 2025 Nissan LEAF SV Plus is designed with a 160 kW AC synchronous electric motor and produces 214 horsepower.
Is the Nissan LEAF AWD or FWD?
The Nissan LEAF is a front-wheel drive all-electric car. All-wheel drive is currently unavailable for the LEAF.
Where is the Nissan LEAF built?
The Nissan LEAF has been manufactured in Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan; Smyrna, Tennessee; and Sunderland, United Kingdom.
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