Chevrolet Volt 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 VoltLT | 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 | plug-in hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2019 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,520 | $29,990 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $7,427 (best) | $13,796 |
| Median listing price | $8,500 (best) | $24,329 |
| Highest listing price | $10,000 (best) | $34,861 |
| For sale now | 3 (best) | 2 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 42 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 43 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 42 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | 106 MPGe | 121 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | 53 mi | 303 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 75 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | 4.5 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 8.9 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 149 hp | 214 hp (best) |
| Torque | 294 lb-ft (best) | 261 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.5 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.6 cu ft | 55.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,519 lbs (best) | 4,187 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.1 in (best) | 105.9 in |
| Length | 180.4 in (best) | 173.4 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 71.3 in (best) |
| Height | 56.4 in | 61.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Nissan LeafS+ |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 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 Volt | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $33,520 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S+ $29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premier $38,120 MSRP | SV+ $34,230 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Platinum+ $38,990 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Chevrolet Volt vs Nissan Leaf FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Chevrolet Volt 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: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Nissan Leaf starts lower at $29,990. Live Chevrolet Volt listings start at $7,427. Live Nissan Leaf listings start at $13,796.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- The 2026 Nissan Leaf leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,990).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- The 2019 Chevrolet Volt leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (42).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- The 2026 Nissan Leaf leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (303).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- The 2026 Nissan Leaf leads on horsepower in this comparison (214).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Chevrolet Volt vs 2026 Nissan Leaf?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Volt (5/5 NHTSA overall).