Nissan Leaf 30 kWh 2015-2018 - Compare Electric Car 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 172 km 144 out of 160 250 km 41 out of 60 175 km 307 out of 334

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

Usable

30 kWh 143 out of 160 28 kWh 163 out of 182

Efficiency Higher efficiency means lower energy consumption: Energy/Range

Range/Energy

16 kWh/100 km 32 out of 152 6.25 km/kWh 88 out of 319

Charging

Max AC Charging: 3.3 kW 25 out of 25

Max DC Charging: 50 kW 78 out of 84

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) 172 out of 186 254 Nm 168 out of 189

0-100 km/h Acceleration time from a standstill: 11.5 s 93 out of 118

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (max speed): 144 km/h 55 out of 65

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000 km/h

Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 4445 mm 153 out of 242

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

w/o Mirrors

1967 mm 105 out of 129 1770 mm 113 out of 135

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 1550 mm 140 out of 226

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 2700 mm 107 out of 164

Cargo and Towing

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

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 1498 kg 383 out of 425

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

Max

Frunk

370 l 135 out of 192 720 l 178 out of 185 No Data

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

Last Updated:

January 01, 1970

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Range Map

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Charging

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

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Last Updated:

January 01, 1970

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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. 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 €7,000.

The Nissan Leaf 30 kWh (2015-2018) has a 30 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 175 km on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 16 kWh per 100 km (or 6.25 km per kWh) — ranked №784 out of 824 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 254 Nm of torque.

This enables a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 11.5 seconds (№93 out of 118 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and a top speed of 144 km/h.

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 175 km, ranking it №307 out of 334 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 Europe 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 19 km 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 our 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: 4445 mm
Width: 1967 mm (including side mirrors) or 1770 mm (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 1550 mm
Wheelbase: 2700 mm (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 1498 kg (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 370 litres of storage space (№135 out of 192 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to 720 litres (№178 out of 185 ranked positions, among 824 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.