2012 · ALL ELECTRIC · US MODEL

Nissan
Leaf

Find your fit. Get to know the range, running costs and everyday details.

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Generated illustration of the 2012 Nissan Leaf on EVPage.com
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Range on a full charge73 miEPA estimate · varies by version
0–60 mphNot available yetSource-reported time
Seats5 Room for your everyday journeys
Electricity per year$81612,000 mi · $0.20/kWh

FIND YOUR FIT

Which version suits you?

Compare the versions below. Range is an EPA test estimate; weather, speed and your driving style affect how far you can go.

Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive

Range
73 mi
0–60 mph
Not available yet
Electricity / year
$816
Compare this version

Versions may include different wheel sizes or equipment. The figures apply to the versions listed here.

Charging & battery

Charge at home for everyday driving, or use a fast charger when you’re on the road. Peak charging speed is the best-case maximum; actual speed changes as the battery fills.

Charging & battery by version
At a glanceLeaf · Front-Wheel Drive
Usable batteryNot available yet
Total batteryNot available yet
Fast charging, up toNot available yet
Home charging, up to3.3 kW
Charge from 10–80%Not available yet
Fast-charging plugNot available yet
Heat pumpNot available yet
Power external devicesNot available yet
Tesla Supercharger accessNot available yet

“Offered” may mean optional equipment. Check what is fitted to the car you’re buying. Charging-network access may require a compatible station and an approved adapter. Driver assistance does not replace the driver.

Performance

A quick look at how each version performs.

Performance by version
At a glanceLeaf · Front-Wheel Drive
0–60 mphNot available yet
Power80 kW
Torque207 lb-ft
Horsepower107 hp
Top speedNot available yet

Space & everyday use

Room for passengers, luggage and the things you take along.

Space & everyday use by version
At a glanceLeaf · Front-Wheel Drive
Seats5
Towing, up toNot available yet
Trunk, seats up14.5 cu ft
Trunk, maximum with seats upNot available yet
Trunk, seats foldedNot available yet
Front trunkNot available yet
DoorsNot available yet
Rows of seatsNot available yet

Trunk figures use different loading measurements. Towing requires suitable equipment; check the car’s manual before towing.

Size & weight

Check the fit for your garage, parking space and daily routine.

Size & weight by version
At a glanceLeaf · Front-Wheel Drive
Length175 in
Width, without mirrorsNot available yet
Width, with mirrorsNot available yet
Height61 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
WeightNot available yet
Ground clearance6.3 in

Comfort & technology

Explore the comfort and technology offered for this version.

Comfort & technology by version
At a glanceLeaf · Front-Wheel Drive
Apple CarPlayNot available yet
Android AutoNot available yet
Wireless phone chargingNot available yet
Ventilated seatsNot available yet
Heated rear seatsOffered
Heated steering wheelOffered
Adaptive cruise controlNot available yet
Lane keeping assistanceNot available yet
Automatic emergency brakingNot available yet
Hands-free drivingNot available yet

“Offered” may mean optional equipment. Check what is fitted to the car you’re buying. Charging-network access may require a compatible station and an approved adapter. Driver assistance does not replace the driver.

Price & battery warranty

A starting point for your budget and longer-term ownership.

Price & battery warranty by version
At a glanceLeaf · Front-Wheel Drive
Source-listed base priceNot available yet
Battery warranty, years8 years
Battery warranty, miles100,000 mi

Prices are from the source on the date shown, before fees and options. Battery coverage ends at the time or mileage limit, whichever comes first; check the manufacturer’s terms.

About these numbers

Range and electricity use come from the EPA. Other details come from the linked sources. Some manufacturer figures may vary by market or equipment.

Sources & measurement details
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Maximum onboard AC charging input power

3.3 kW · Nissan USA

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Reported trim
MY12allgrade80kW3.3AC
Measurement
Exact USMY2012 EPA32154 SV/SL included,80kW107hp motor and3.3kW onboard charger. Undefined gross/net24kWh and grade prices excluded. LA4 range not EPA combined, no transfer.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Reported battery warranty mileage limit; source terms and exclusions apply

100000 mi · Nissan North America

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Reported trim
US 2012 LEAF lithium-ion defect coverage p7; applicability p6, maintenance/exclusions p8-10
Measurement
US applicability, transferability, first delivery/use, annual EV Battery Usage Reports, exclusions and complete battery sections reviewed. Defects coverage 96 months/100000 miles whichever first. Original booklet excludes gradual capacity loss; no capacity warranty inferred.
Warranty scope
Lithium-ion battery defects in materials/workmanship;96months/100000mileswhicheverfirstfromfirstretaildeliveryoruse;fullmanufacturerterms,maintenanceandexclusionsapply
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Reported battery warranty duration; source terms and exclusions apply

8 years · Nissan North America

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Reported trim
US 2012 LEAF lithium-ion defect coverage p7; applicability p6, maintenance/exclusions p8-10
Measurement
US applicability, transferability, first delivery/use, annual EV Battery Usage Reports, exclusions and complete battery sections reviewed. Defects coverage 96 months/100000 miles whichever first. Original booklet excludes gradual capacity loss; no capacity warranty inferred.
Warranty scope
Lithium-ion battery defects in materials/workmanship;96months/100000mileswhicheverfirstfromfirstretaildeliveryoruse;fullmanufacturerterms,maintenanceandexclusionsapply
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Cargo volume behind second row; manufacturer measurement definition

14.5 cu ft · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
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Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer. Complete exact USyear presskit reviewed:shared explicit dimensions,seats and seat-position cargo;2011 no numeric cargo/clearance;2012 no folded cargo. Bare width lacks mirror basis,grade weights differ,AC options not EPA-bound,battery not gross/net,80percent time lacks start/T;held.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Reported EPA combined electric driving range estimate

73 mi · Source

Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Reported ground clearance; suspension and equipment may affect actual clearance

6.3 in · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer. Complete exact USyear presskit reviewed:shared explicit dimensions,seats and seat-position cargo;2011 no numeric cargo/clearance;2012 no folded cargo. Bare width lacks mirror basis,grade weights differ,AC options not EPA-bound,battery not gross/net,80percent time lacks start/T;held.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Heated rear seats offered; standard or optional status requires equipment check

Offered · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer. Complete exact USyear presskit reviewed:shared explicit dimensions,seats and seat-position cargo;2011 no numeric cargo/clearance;2012 no folded cargo. Bare width lacks mirror basis,grade weights differ,AC options not EPA-bound,battery not gross/net,80percent time lacks start/T;held. Re-reviewed whole US press kit: heated steering wheel explicitly standard across grades; availability only, no grade-dependent heat pump, AC, price or curb weight transfer. Shared front/rear heated-seat row also included; omission from prior equipment extraction corrected.
Equipment scope
Front and rear heated seats standard across all documented US model-year grades; explicit shared equipment row.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Heated steering wheel offered; standard or optional status requires equipment check

Offered · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer. Complete exact USyear presskit reviewed:shared explicit dimensions,seats and seat-position cargo;2011 no numeric cargo/clearance;2012 no folded cargo. Bare width lacks mirror basis,grade weights differ,AC options not EPA-bound,battery not gross/net,80percent time lacks start/T;held. Re-reviewed whole US press kit: heated steering wheel explicitly standard across grades; availability only, no grade-dependent heat pump, AC, price or curb weight transfer.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Overall vehicle height

61 in · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer. Complete exact USyear presskit reviewed:shared explicit dimensions,seats and seat-position cargo;2011 no numeric cargo/clearance;2012 no folded cargo. Bare width lacks mirror basis,grade weights differ,AC options not EPA-bound,battery not gross/net,80percent time lacks start/T;held.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Overall vehicle length

175 in · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer. Complete exact USyear presskit reviewed:shared explicit dimensions,seats and seat-position cargo;2011 no numeric cargo/clearance;2012 no folded cargo. Bare width lacks mirror basis,grade weights differ,AC options not EPA-bound,battery not gross/net,80percent time lacks start/T;held.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Number of seating positions

5 seats · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer. Complete exact USyear presskit reviewed:shared explicit dimensions,seats and seat-position cargo;2011 no numeric cargo/clearance;2012 no folded cargo. Bare width lacks mirror basis,grade weights differ,AC options not EPA-bound,battery not gross/net,80percent time lacks start/T;held.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Reported vehicle system horsepower; not inferred from individual motors

107 hp · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Combined vehicle system output

80 kW · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
MY12allgrade80kW3.3AC
Measurement
Exact USMY2012 EPA32154 SV/SL included,80kW107hp motor and3.3kW onboard charger. Undefined gross/net24kWh and grade prices excluded. LA4 range not EPA combined, no transfer.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Maximum vehicle system torque

207 lb-ft · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer.
Leaf · Front-Wheel Drive · Distance between front and rear axle centers

106.3 in · Nissan USA

Snapshot sha256
a8e58e5e7be28195a53b17a5be9488131872712402f9901dafbf7fce7e6c7e42
Reported trim
Common motor only; no grade price transfer
Measurement
Whole US exact-year technical/pricing/options reviewed. Common80kW107hp207lbft motor acrossSV/SL; not2013+187lbft. kW/AC3.3already covered.24kWh undefinedgrossnet; chargingto80noSOCstart/temp; gradepricesnotEPA-bound. No market/year transfer. Complete exact USyear presskit reviewed:shared explicit dimensions,seats and seat-position cargo;2011 no numeric cargo/clearance;2012 no folded cargo. Bare width lacks mirror basis,grade weights differ,AC options not EPA-bound,battery not gross/net,80percent time lacks start/T;held.