Nissan LEAF range & charging cost
The 2026 Nissan LEAF is rated for an EPA estimated 259–303 miles. At 70 mph that's closer to 256 miles in mild weather, and about 151 miles at 20°F with the heater on.
All 3 EPA-rated trims
| Trim | Range | City | Hwy | kWh/100 mi | 70 mph, 20°F* | ¢/mile home | 240V charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) Front-Wheel Drive | 303 | 325 | 276 | 27.8 | 151 | 509.0 | 12 h |
| 2026 LEAF 75kWh (18 inch alloy Wheels) Front-Wheel Drive | 288 | 305 | 268 | 30 | 146 | 549.3 | 12 h |
| 2026 LEAF 75kWh (19 inch Wheels) Front-Wheel Drive | 259 | 275 | 240 | 32.7 | 131 | 598.7 | 12 h |
Range, consumption and 240V charge time: EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov (vehicle IDs 49975, 49974, 49976). *Modelled with fueleconomy.gov cold-weather figures and a drag model; see the range calculator for the method. Cost uses EIA U.S. residential 18.3¢/kWh (July 2026); a 30 mpg gas car costs 14.9¢/mile at $4.48/gal.
Road-tripping the Nissan LEAF
On the highway, plan legs around 166–179 miles in mild weather: that's charging from about 80% down to 10–15%, the fast part of the curve. In deep winter, shorten that to around 98 miles. The EV trip planner picks real fast chargers along your route for any Nissan trim.
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Questions drivers ask
What is the range of the 2026 Nissan LEAF?
EPA estimates 259–303 miles depending on trim (3 trims listed on fueleconomy.gov). The longest-range version is rated 303 mi combined and 276 mi highway.
How far does the Nissan LEAF go on the highway in winter?
Using the EPA highway estimate and fueleconomy.gov’s cold-weather figures, the LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) could manage roughly 151 miles at 70 mph and 20°F with the heater on, against about 256 miles at 70 mph in mild weather. It is a model estimate; heat pumps and preconditioning improve it.
How much does it cost to charge the Nissan LEAF?
At the U.S. average home price of 18.3¢/kWh (EIA, July 2026), a full charge of the LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) costs about $15.46, or 509.0¢ per mile.
What size battery does the Nissan LEAF have?
EPA does not publish battery capacity. From EPA range and consumption we estimate about 76 kWh usable for the LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels); check the manufacturer’s specification for the exact figure.