What Is the 2025 Nissan Leaf?
The Nissan Leaf is a five-seat, four-door compact hatchback with a 147-horsepower electric motor and 40 kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery. With a starting price below $30,000, the front-wheel-drive Leaf is one of the least expensive electric vehicles available today. Moving up to a pricier Leaf Plus nets a larger 60-kWh battery and more powerful electric motor, with an EPA-estimated driving range of 212 miles, compared with only 149 miles in the base Leaf. Competitors include Hyundai’s Kona Electric and Ioniq 5, the Kia Niro EV and the Tesla Model 3.
What’s New on the 2025 Nissan Leaf?
The Leaf sees no changes for 2025. The current-generation Leaf debuted for the 2018 model year, and a new-generation version is expected to debut for 2026.
How Much Range Does the 2025 Nissan Leaf Have?
The Nissan Leaf’s EPA-estimated driving range runs from 149 to 212 miles, depending on trim.
How Long Does It Take to Charge the 2025 Nissan Leaf?
The Leaf’s charging times range from an estimated 11 hours and 30 minutes on a standard 240-volt Level 2 charger (to go to a 100% charge) to an estimated 40 minutes on a DC fast charger (to go to an 80% charge).
What Features in the 2025 Nissan Leaf Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
- Satellite radio
- Cloth seats
- Four USB ports
- Automatic climate control
- Keyless entry
- Automatic emergency braking
- Blind spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Rear automatic braking
Available features include:
- Leather seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Bose premium stereo
- Adaptive cruise control
- Driver drowsiness monitor
- 360-degree camera system
- ProPilot Assist driver-assist system
Should I Buy the 2025 Nissan Leaf?
If you’re interested in making the switch to an EV but balk at their usually high price tags, the Leaf may be worth considering. It’s affordable, easy to drive (thanks to its small size) and offers reasonable range if you stick mostly to city driving. A field of newer competitors, however, makes the Leaf look and feel behind the times in terms of performance, range, efficiency and interior design.
