2026 Nissan LEAF e+ Charging Cost Calculator

The Nissan LEAF e+ offers a larger 62 kWh battery for over 200 miles of range, providing extra confidence for longer trips and daily driving.

MSRP

$35,830

$32,080 after credit

EPA Range

212 mi

62 kWh battery

Annual Charging

$618

$0.05/mile

Annual Savings

$938

vs gas car

Calculate Your Nissan LEAF e+ Charging Cost

Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.

Monthly Charging

$51.52

Annual Charging

$618

Cost Per Mile

$0.052

Annual Savings

$937

Nissan LEAF e+ vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost

Nissan LEAF e+ (Electric)$618/year
$618
Gas Car (27 MPG)$1,556/year
$1,556

Annual Savings

$937

5-Year Savings

$4,687

MPG Equivalent

105 MPGe

Efficiency Gain

3.9x

Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.

Nissan LEAF e+ Charging Options

Level 1 (120V)

44h

Standard outlet, full charge

4 miles/hour added

~1.4 kW charging power

Cost: $9.92 per full charge

Level 2 (240V)

11h

Home charger, full charge

24 miles/hour added

~7.7 kW charging power

Cost: $9.92 per full charge

Recommended for home use

DC Fast (100 kW)

36min

10% to 80% charge

5.2 miles/minute added

CHAdeMO connector

Cost: ~$24.80 per full charge

Nissan LEAF e+ Tax Credits & Incentives

Federal EV Tax Credit

The Nissan LEAF e+ qualifies for up to $3,750 in federal tax credits, reducing the effective price from $35,830 to $32,080.

MSRP

$35,830

Tax Credit

-$3,750

Effective Price

$32,080

Home Charger ROI for Nissan LEAF e+

Level 2 Charger + Installation$1,200
Federal Charger Tax Credit (30%)-$360
Net Charger Cost$840
Monthly Fuel Savings$78/mo
Charger Payback16 months

Why Home Charging?

  • 60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
  • Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
  • Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
  • Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging

2026 Nissan LEAF e+ Specifications

CategoryCompact Hatchback
MSRP$35,830
EPA Range212 miles
Battery62 kWh
Efficiency32.2 kWh/100 mi
MPGe105 MPGe
DrivetrainFWD
0-60 mph6.9 sec
Seats5
Cargo24 cu ft
Charging PortCHAdeMO
DC Fast Charge Rate100 kW

Key Features

Extended range batteryProPILOT Assiste-Pedal

Nissan LEAF e+ vs Competitors

VehicleRangeMSRPEfficiencyAnnual Cost
Nissan LEAF e+212 mi$35,83032.2 kWh$618
Chevrolet Bolt EV259 mi$26,50027.6 kWh$530
Hyundai Kona Electric261 mi$33,55027.3 kWh$524
Kia Niro EV253 mi$39,60028.2 kWh$541

How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 Nissan LEAF e+?

The 2026 Nissan LEAF e+ is a compact hatchback with a 62 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 212 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $9.92. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $618.

Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Nissan LEAF e+ saves $937 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $4,687 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 105 MPGe, the Nissan LEAF e+ is approximately 3.9x more efficient than the average gas car.

Most Nissan LEAF e+ owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 11 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Nissan LEAF e+ supports DC fast charging at up to 100 kW via its CHAdeMO port, adding approximately 5.2 miles of range per minute of charging.

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