How much does the 2016 Nissan Leaf cost?

The 2016 Nissan Leaf has a starting MSRP of $29,010, ranging up to $36,790 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $29,010; SV from $34,200; SL from $36,790.

How much cargo space does the 2016 Nissan Leaf have?

The 2016 Nissan Leaf offers up to 30 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2016 Nissan Leaf safe?

The 2016 Nissan Leaf earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.

How many trims does the 2016 Nissan Leaf come in?

The 2016 Nissan Leaf is available in 3 trims across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2016 Nissan Leaf

3 trims · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$29,010 – $36,790

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NHTSA safety

★★★★☆

4 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★☆☆

Side (driver)★★★★★

Side (passenger)★★★☆☆

Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 4 recalls on record

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Nissan Leaf? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on S

Total price (S MSRP)

$29,010

Typical monthly

$574/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2016 Nissan Leaf trims

S
MSRP
$29,010
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
114 MPGe
Horsepower
107 hp
Torque
187 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
30
Max towing
—
SV
MSRP
$34,200
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
112 MPGe
Horsepower
107 hp
Torque
187 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
30
Max towing
—
SL
MSRP
$36,790
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
112 MPGe
Horsepower
107 hp
Torque
187 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
30
Max towing
—

Compare 2016 Nissan Leaf trim specifications
Spec	S	SV	SL
MSRP	$29,010	$34,200	$36,790
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	114 MPGe	112 MPGe	112 MPGe
Horsepower	107 hp	107 hp	107 hp
Torque	187 lb-ft	187 lb-ft	187 lb-ft
Engine	electric	electric	electric
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	30	30	30
Max towing	—	—	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Selectric
SVelectric
SLelectric
Fuel type: Selectric
SVelectric
SLelectric
Horsepower: S107 hp
SV107 hp
SL107 hp
Torque: S187 lb-ft
SV187 lb-ft
SL187 lb-ft
Transmission: S1-speed direct drive
SV1-speed direct drive
SL1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain: Sfront wheel drive
SVfront wheel drive
SLfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: SHatchback
SVHatchback
SLHatchback
Doors: S5
SV5
SL5
Seating: S5
SV5
SL5
Length: S175 in
SV175 in
SL175 in
Width: S69.7 in
SV69.7 in
SL69.7 in
Height: S61 in
SV61 in
SL61 in
Wheelbase: S106.3 in
SV106.3 in
SL106.3 in
Ground clearance: S6.3 in
SV6.3 in
SL6.3 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: S23.6 cu ft
SV23.6 cu ft
SL23.6 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: S30 cu ft
SV30 cu ft
SL30 cu ft
Max payload: S1,021 lbs
SV986 lbs
SL937 lbs
Curb weight: S3,256 lbs
SV3,342 lbs
SL3,391 lbs

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPGe: S114
SV112
SL112
Battery capacity: S24 kWh
SV30 kWh
SL30 kWh

Full specifications by trim
Spec	S	SV	SL
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	electric	electric	electric
Fuel type	electric	electric	electric
Horsepower	107 hp	107 hp	107 hp
Torque	187 lb-ft	187 lb-ft	187 lb-ft
Transmission	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Hatchback	Hatchback	Hatchback
Doors	5	5	5
Seating	5	5	5
Length	175 in	175 in	175 in
Width	69.7 in	69.7 in	69.7 in
Height	61 in	61 in	61 in
Wheelbase	106.3 in	106.3 in	106.3 in
Ground clearance	6.3 in	6.3 in	6.3 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	23.6 cu ft	23.6 cu ft	23.6 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	30 cu ft	30 cu ft	30 cu ft
Max payload	1,021 lbs	986 lbs	937 lbs
Curb weight	3,256 lbs	3,342 lbs	3,391 lbs
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPGe	114	112	112
Battery capacity	24 kWh	30 kWh	30 kWh

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2016 Nissan Leaf FAQ

How much does the 2016 Nissan Leaf cost?: The 2016 Nissan Leaf has a starting MSRP of $29,010, ranging up to $36,790 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $29,010; SV from $34,200; SL from $36,790.
How much cargo space does the 2016 Nissan Leaf have?: The 2016 Nissan Leaf offers up to 30 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
Is the 2016 Nissan Leaf safe?: The 2016 Nissan Leaf earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2016 Nissan Leaf come in?: The 2016 Nissan Leaf is available in 3 trims across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.