Chevrolet Bolt vs Nissan Leaf
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Leaf
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | S+ |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,600 (best) | $29,990 |
| Lowest listing price | $27,306 | $13,796 (best) |
| Median listing price | $28,334 (best) | $34,861 |
| Highest listing price | $37,573 (best) | $40,677 |
| For sale now | 17 (best) | 3 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | 120 MPGe | 121 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | 262 mi | 303 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | 65 kWh | 75 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | 6.8 hr (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp | 214 hp (best) |
| Torque | 169 lb-ft | 261 lb-ft (best) |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 56.3 cu ft (best) | 55.5 cu ft |
| Payload | 873 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,776 lbs (best) | 4,187 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | 5.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 105.9 in (best) |
| Length | 169.6 in | 173.4 in (best) |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.3 in (best) |
| Height | 63.9 in (best) | 61.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Bolt | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $27,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S+ $29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | RS $31,600 MSRP | SV+ $34,230 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Platinum+ $38,990 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Chevrolet Bolt vs Nissan Leaf FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Chevrolet Bolt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Chevrolet Bolt vs 2026 Nissan Leaf on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Chevrolet Bolt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt starts lower at $27,600. Live Chevrolet Bolt listings start at $27,306. Live Nissan Leaf listings start at $13,796.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Chevrolet Bolt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,600).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Chevrolet Bolt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- The 2026 Nissan Leaf leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (303).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Chevrolet Bolt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- The 2026 Nissan Leaf leads on horsepower in this comparison (214).