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Nissan Leaf

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  • S Hatchback
    Starts at
    $30,680
    107 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SV Hatchback
    Starts at
    $34,200
    107 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SL Hatchback
    Starts at
    $36,790
    107 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

107-mile estimated range
Battery-electric drivetrain
Five-seat compact hatchback
Stereo with 5-inch screen standard
Backup camera standard
6.6-kilowatt onboard charger for faster charging available

The good & the bad

The good

Drives like a regular car
Spritely acceleration
Zero tailpipe emissions
Low fuel cost
Remote charge control

The bad

High floor in backseat
Range varies with temperature, terrain
Charger installation can be pricey
Limited public charging infrastructure
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Expert 2017 Nissan Leaf review

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What it is: The Nissan Leaf is a pure battery-electric hatchback. It is available in three trim levels — S, SV and SL — and competes against the BMW i3, Chevrolet Bolt, Mitsubishi i-MiEV and Volkswagen e-Golf.


The base S trim level gets a 30-kilowatt-hour battery pack that increases the EPA-estimated driving range from 84 to 107 miles.

Significant Standard Features

  • 107-horsepower electric motor
  • 30-kilowatt-hour battery pack
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Locking and lighted charge port on car’s nose
  • Heated front seats
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • 5-inch multimedia screen
  • Bluetooth streaming audio
  • Backup camera
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Available direct current quick-charge port can recharge battery to 80 percent capacity in about 30 minutes
  • Small solar panel atop the SL trim’s liftgate spoiler trickle-charges 12-volt battery
  • Heated steering wheel
  • 7-inch multimedia screen
  • Navigation system
  • 360-degree camera system

2017 Nissan Leaf review: Our expert's take


What it is: The Nissan Leaf is a pure battery-electric hatchback. It is available in three trim levels — S, SV and SL — and competes against the BMW i3, Chevrolet Bolt, Mitsubishi i-MiEV and Volkswagen e-Golf.


The base S trim level gets a 30-kilowatt-hour battery pack that increases the EPA-estimated driving range from 84 to 107 miles.

Significant Standard Features

  • 107-horsepower electric motor
  • 30-kilowatt-hour battery pack
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Locking and lighted charge port on car’s nose
  • Heated front seats
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • 5-inch multimedia screen
  • Bluetooth streaming audio
  • Backup camera
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Available direct current quick-charge port can recharge battery to 80 percent capacity in about 30 minutes
  • Small solar panel atop the SL trim’s liftgate spoiler trickle-charges 12-volt battery
  • Heated steering wheel
  • 7-inch multimedia screen
  • Navigation system
  • 360-degree camera system

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Nissan and non-Nissan vehicles less than 10 years old and less than 100,000 miles. (Nissan vehicles less than 6 years from original new car in-service date must have more than 60,000 to qualify for Certified Select.)
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84-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

89% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 29 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.4
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • By MONIQUE P from Elizabeth City , NC
    Owns this car
    August 17, 2022

    Love my 2017 Nissan Leaf

    Love my zero emission EV. Only gripe not enough charging stations in my area I live in Elizabeth City ,NC. Other than that Love my car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By KyleZ from Washington, DC
    Owns this car
    February 22, 2021

    Least reliable car!

    I have owned alot of cars in my life and I have NEVER had the problems that I have had with my 2017 Nissan Leaf. Lots of major and minor failures. Ridiculous!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Janine from Poulsbo
    Owns this car
    January 27, 2021

    The car of the future!

    I am so excited to have an electric car and be able to kick the gas and oil habit. The ride, handling, and acceleration are just as good as the Mazda 3 I used to have. Plenty of interior space too!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By evdriverma from Wakefield, MA
    Owns this car
    November 16, 2020

    Great So Far

    I love it so far--it's my first EV. Very quiet, good pickup, and good for the planet! It's fun to drive and bigger than expected, especially the trunk.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By hayvanadam from OH
    Owns this car
    October 28, 2020

    Very reliable 0 maintenance

    Only complaint is the range. It is an excellent vehicle. Looks small but if you fold backseat it has huge cargo space. Close to 0 maintenance during 3 years.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Dr. Tom from Shelton Connecticut,
    Owns this car
    October 3, 2020

    Pleases the environment and me!

    As I got older (87) trips to the gas station became a pain in the posterior. An electric plug-in car seemed to be a prescribed answer and the Nissan Leaf the remedy!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By pleased car buyer from Louisville, KY
    Owns this car
    June 20, 2019

    happy with car

    exceeded expectations. smooth. scoots, easy to drive, first electric car so required a little time with the manual to understand how everything needed to be operated, but then it was worth it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jackeast from Elizabethtown
    Owns this car
    May 12, 2019

    Impressive

    1 USB, BT, AUX cable, good sound, tight handling, surprising acceleration, generally good all around visibility, headlights could be brighter, pretty good front seat space and leg room, adequate rear seat space (but only for short to moderate range trips), surprising amount of trunk space. Adds about 60-70 miles from a regular home power outlet in about 12 hours. Saves about 7 cents a mile vs 2.50 gallon gas. HD radio works well. Heat and air is effective. Great commuting car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By tipper from irvine ca,
    Owns this car
    January 20, 2019

    Cut your gasoline bill to one third.

    Looks like a toy but it is a fun car to drive. Good acceleration, reasonable range- was the only car i used about town. No stopping at the gas station. Fully charged overnight. Saved a lot
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By KidCyd from Pleasant Valley, CT
    Owns this car
    July 19, 2018

    Wish I had more mileage

    Enjoying the exhaust-free ride of a Nissan all-electric Leaf. Just wish sometimes that I could travel further without an overnight charge. Got great rebates for purchasing a "green" car!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jay from Phoenix, AZ
    Owns this car
    July 6, 2018

    Best value for money and fun car

    Leaf is the best value for money and fun car I have ever owned. Gives good 110 miles range, Less cost with electric charging and lower annual registration :) . Has surprisingly very good pickup and is fun to drive. Very good for daily commute and chores around the city. low or no maintenance. So overall lots of savings and more fun.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mr. T from Seattle
    Owns this car
    July 3, 2018

    Does everything I need around the city.

    I have a large garden and often haul bags of compost around, as well as plants and garden equipment. I drive the car all over the city and just love driving it. When I need power, I leave other cars in the dust. It's a great city car!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2017 Nissan Leaf?

The 2017 Nissan Leaf is available in 3 trim levels:

  • S (1 style)
  • SL (1 style)
  • SV (1 style)

What is the electric range of the 2017 Nissan Leaf?

The 2017 Nissan Leaf can travel 107 miles on a single charge depending on electric motor and battery options.

EPA-estimated range is the distance, or predicted distance, a new plug-in vehicle will travel on electric power before its battery charge is exhausted. Actual range will vary depending on driving conditions, trim level, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2017 Nissan Leaf?

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Is the 2017 Nissan Leaf reliable?

The 2017 Nissan Leaf has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2017 Nissan Leaf owners.

Is the 2017 Nissan Leaf a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2017 Nissan Leaf. 89.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 29 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.0
  • Reliability: 4.7

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