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Nissan Leaf Review, For Sale, Models, Interior & Colours in Australia

Nissan Leaf Review, For Sale, Models, Interior & Colours in Australia

FROM
$50,990

Early adopters will know all about the Nissan Leaf, which was one of the first mainstream full-electric cars on the market. It launched in Australia way back in 2012 in first-generation guise and was followed in 2019 by a new version of the EV hatchback.

With a bigger battery and improved electric driving range, the second-generation Leaf addressed what people wanted from their electric car. It also brought new safety, technology and yet remained relatively affordable for a full-electric hatchback in an incentive-free Australian market.

The Nissan Leaf currently starts at $50,990.

Hatchback
1 Speed Automatic
Electric
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Overview
Likes
ePedal – simple and effective
Can charge at home
Heavily padded seats
Dislikes
Slow to charge
Range depletes quickly on hills
Wobbly/unsure of itself on open road

Nissan LEAF Pricing & Specs

The price range for the Nissan LEAF varies based on the trim level you choose. for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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Nissan LEAF FAQs

What are the best economical small used cars?

It’s a fact of life, Ted, that fuel-efficiency has been a big focus for car-makers in the last decade. So, the most economical models tend to be the newer ones which tap into better technology (such as stop-start functions) and improved engine and driveline designs.

But beyond the improvements in petrol-engine technology, diesel engines have brought some big improvements, as have hybrid vehicles. The real headline makers have been, of course, the plug-in electric vehicles which are now available second-hand for sensible money. I’ve seen Nissan Leafs for sale for less than $20,000 and the plug-in hybrid Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV for similar money.

If economy is your number-one aim, stay away from all-wheel-drive cars as the extra driveline friction requires more power and, therefore, fuel to drive it. And don’t forget that how you drive, where you drive and even whether you check you tyre pressure regularly can also have a huge effect on your ultimate fuel economy.

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Nissan LEAF Interior

The Nissan Leaf’s dashboard is headlined by an 8.0-inch touchscreen multimedia screen and a 7.0-inch digital instrument panel. The multimedia system has built-in satellite navigation. Both the Leaf and Leaf e+ models come with black trim. The interior is neat and tidy but offers little storage throughout for passengers.

Shown above are interior details for the Nissan LEAF 2023.

Nissan LEAF Colours

The Leaf comes in six solid colours – ‘Arctic White’, ‘Gun Metallic’, ‘Ivory Pearl’, ‘Pearl Black’, ‘Dark Blue Pearl’, and ‘Flame Red’.

Besides ‘Pearl Black’ – all colours also come in a two-tone option that add a black roof and accents.

Arctic White
Dark Blue Pearl
Flame Red
Gun Metallic
Ivory Pearl
Pearl Black
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Nissan LEAF.

Nissan LEAF Dimensions

The dimensions of the Nissan LEAF Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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Nissan LEAF Boot Space

The Leaf’s boot is a good size for a little car with 405L of capacity when all seats are in use. Pop the back row down and that jumps up to a healthy 1176L (impressive for a hatch). There’s no ‘frunk’ storage and with the permanently installed Bose sound system bolted to the cargo floor (and charging cables), the boot can feel a little awkward to use. No Leaf models have a powered tailgate but the lid isn’t heavy to operate.

Nissan LEAF boot space

Nissan LEAF Accessories

Standard equipment in the Leaf: 8.0-inch touchscreen multi-media system, 7.0-inch digital instrument panel, satellite navigation, ePedal (one pedal driving), intelligent rear view mirror (camera feed), 360-degree camera, 17-inch alloy wheels, synthetic leather/ suede seats, 2x charge ports (AC Type-2 & DC CHAdeMO) and 6-Meter 32A MODE-3 charging cable (Type 2), heated steering wheel, heated front and rear outboard seats, LED daytime running lights, LED lights, rain-sensing wipers, digital radio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, push-button start and keyless entry.

Shown above are the accessory details for the Nissan LEAF 2023.

Nissan LEAF Towing Capacity

The Nissan LEAF has no towing capacity for the latest model available.
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Nissan LEAF Speed

The Nissan Leaf has an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 7.9 seconds, while the Leaf e+ achieves a sprint time of 6.9 seconds.

Shown above are speed details for the Nissan LEAF 2023.

Nissan LEAF Wheel Size

The Nissan LEAF has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 215x50 R17 9 for Hatchback in 2026 with a wheel size that spans from 6.5x17 inches.
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Nissan LEAF Fuel consumption

The Nissan LEAF is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Electric fuel type(s)
*Combined fuel consumption
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Nissan LEAF Seats

Both Leaf models come with five seats. Both models have synthetic leather seats with synthetic suede inserts. Both model’s seats have only manual adjustments available, with no lumbar support available on any models.

The back seats have ISOFIX mounts on the outboard seats and three top tether child seat mounts. The back row has a 60/40 split fold and lay flat when folded.

The seats are well-padded yet narrow. (Image: Glen Sullivan)
The seats are well-padded yet narrow. (Image: Glen Sullivan)
The seats are manual on all grades, but the front seats and rear outboard seats are heated. (Image: Glen Sullivan)
The seats are manual on all grades, but the front seats and rear outboard seats are heated. (Image: Glen Sullivan)
Shown above are seat details for the Nissan LEAF 2023.