2015-2018 Nissan Leaf 30 kWh - Compare Electric Car USA Specs

Specifications and Dimensions

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General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2015-2018 (Discontinued)

Available in the USA: Yes

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place

Japan
UK
USA

Body Style Vehicle category based on its shape and layout: Hatchback

Range and Efficiency

Range Range on a full charge: EPA (USA), WLTP (EU), NEDC (EU old), GCC (Green Cars Compare): WLTP

EPA

NEDC

GCC

No Data 107 mi 148 out of 164 155 mi 38 out of 55 109 mi 227 out of 253

Battery Capacity Nominal (total energy storage), Usable (accessible portion): Nominal

Usable

30 kWh 145 out of 162 28 kWh 165 out of 184

Efficiency Higher efficiency means lower energy consumption: Energy/Range

Range/Energy

25.7 kWh/100 mi 46 out of 210 3.89 mi/kWh 68 out of 237

Charging

Max AC Charging: 3.3 kW 24 out of 24

Max DC Charging: 50 kW 79 out of 85

Architecture Higher voltage allows to charge faster and use less wiring: 400 V

Charge Port The port type impacts charging speed and station compatibility

CHAdeMO
Type 1 (J1772)

Performance

Drive Type Motor types: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous), IM (AC Induction), EESM (Externally Excited Synchronous): FWD 1 motor: PMSM

Motor Peak power and torque of the car's electric motor(s): Power

Torque

80 kW (107 hp) 176 out of 190 187 lb-ft 165 out of 187

0-60 mph Acceleration time from a standstill: 10.4 s 85 out of 118

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (max speed): 90 mph 57 out of 68

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 175 in 141 out of 223

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

77.4 in 85 out of 106 69.7 in 77 out of 97

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 61 in 93 out of 153

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 106.3 in 92 out of 136

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 5

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 3390 lb 452 out of 513

Cargo Volume Cargo capacity: Trunk (rear seats up), Max (rear seats folded), Frunk (front hood): Trunk

Max

Frunk

13.1 ft³ 113 out of 155 25.4 ft³ 172 out of 178 No Data

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: No Data

Last Updated:

July 30, 2024

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Range Map

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Light green area: Round-trip
Dark green area: One-way

Charging

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

This car does not support DC fast charging

This car is not is not sold in the USA and therefore not compatible with US charging stations. To see compatible DC chargers, switch your website version to Global

NEMA 5-15

Output:: 1.8 kW

120 V, 15 A, 1-phase

NEMA 5-20

Output:: 2.4 kW

120 V, 20 A, 1-phase

NEMA 6-20

Output:: 4.8 kW

240 V, 20 A, 1-phase

NEMA 14-30

Output:: 7.2 kW

240 V, 30 A, 1-phase

NEMA 14-50

Output:: 9.6 kW

240 V, 40 A, 1-phase

NEMA 6-50

Output:: 9.6 kW

240 V, 40 A, 1-phase

CCS DC 50 kW

Output:: 50 kW

CCS DC 100 kW

Output:: 100 kW

CCS DC 150 kW

Output:: 150 kW

CCS DC 200 kW

Output:: 200 kW

CCS DC 250 kW

Output:: 250 kW

CCS DC 350 kW

Output:: 350 kW

CHAdeMO DC 50 kW

Output:: 50 kW

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.3 kW) Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

The car only accepts single-phase current (max 240 V)

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The car’s DC charging capability at 400V stations is limited to 50 kW

Time

h min

Avg. Rate

≈ mph

Avg. Power

kW

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AC Charging 20–80%

Using a outlet, charging the Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) from 20% to 80% takes around h min. Plug it in now, and it’ll be good to go by .

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DC Charging 20–80%

Using a station, charging the Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) from 20% to 80% takes around h min. Plug it in now, and it’ll be good to go by .

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Overview

The Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) is an all-electric front-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2015 replacing the older Nissan Leaf 24 kWh (2013-2018). Nissan stopped making the 30 kWh in 2018 and replaced it with the Nissan Leaf 62 kWh (2017-2022). You can still find Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) on the used car market, with prices starting around $6,495.

The Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) has a 30 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 109 mi on a single charge — ranked №812 out of 852 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) is equipped with a powertrain that delivers up to 80 kW (107 hp) of power and 187 lb-ft of torque.

This enables a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 10.4 seconds (№85 out of 118 ranked positions, among 852 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and a top speed of 90 mph.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

The estimated real-world range for Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) is 109 miles, ranking it №227 out of 253 ranked positions. Several conditions can influence this range:

Speed: The battery drains faster at higher speeds.
Temperature: Extreme temperatures can impact range.
Terrain: Range is reduced on hilly or mountainous terrain.
Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as frequent acceleration and braking, decrease efficiency.
Feature utilization: Climate control and media system usage also affect range.

These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.

For trip planning assistance, utilize the EV Navigation interactive map.

What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

The Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) in the USA is equipped with a CHAdeMO charging port. You can charge it conveniently at home using a standard outlet, or utilize any public AC charging station with the appropriate cable. However, the car's built-in charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging speed to 3.3 kW, which translates to roughly 12 miles of range added per hour.

For faster charging, use DC fast-charging stations. The Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) supports a maximum DC charging rate of 50 kW, but it's important to note that battery temperature and current charge level can affect the actual charging speed you'll experience.

To estimate charging time, rate, and cost, you can use EV Charging Calculator.

The Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) could be equipped with an optional 6.6 kW charger for quicker home charging.

How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) comes in the following dimensions:

Length: 175 in
Width: 77.4 in (including side mirrors) or 69.7 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 61 in
Wheelbase: 106.3 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 3390 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Behind the rear seats of the Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018), you'll find 13.1 cubic feet of storage space (№113 out of 155 ranked positions, among 852 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to 25.4 cubic feet (№172 out of 178 ranked positions, among 852 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The car isn’t officially rated for towing.