How much does the 2018 Nissan Leaf cost?

The 2018 Nissan Leaf has a starting MSRP of $29,990, ranging up to $36,200 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $29,990; SV from $32,490; SL from $36,200.

How much cargo space does the 2018 Nissan Leaf have?

The 2018 Nissan Leaf offers up to 30 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2018 Nissan Leaf safe?

The 2018 Nissan Leaf earned an overall rating of Not Rated 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 2018 Nissan Leaf come in?

The 2018 Nissan Leaf is available in 3 trims across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2018 Nissan Leaf

3 trims · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$29,990 – $36,200

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NHTSA safety

Not rated

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)

$29,990

Typical monthly

$594/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 2018 Nissan Leaf trims

S
MSRP
$29,990
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
112 MPGe
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
236 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
30
Max towing
—
SV
MSRP
$32,490
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
112 MPGe
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
236 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
30
Max towing
—
SL
MSRP
$36,200
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
112 MPGe
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
236 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
30
Max towing
—

Compare 2018 Nissan Leaf trim specifications
Spec	S	SV	SL
MSRP	$29,990	$32,490	$36,200
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	112 MPGe	112 MPGe	112 MPGe
Horsepower	147 hp	147 hp	147 hp
Torque	236 lb-ft	236 lb-ft	236 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: S147 hp
SV147 hp
SL147 hp
Torque: S236 lb-ft
SV236 lb-ft
SL236 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: S4
SV4
SL4
Seating: S5
SV5
SL5
Length: S176.4 in
SV176.4 in
SL176.4 in
Width: S70.5 in
SV70.5 in
SL70.5 in
Height: S61.4 in
SV61.4 in
SL61.4 in
Wheelbase: S106.3 in
SV106.3 in
SL106.3 in
Ground clearance: S5.9 in
SV5.9 in
SL5.9 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: S1,020 lbs
SV985 lbs
SL945 lbs
Curb weight: S3,433 lbs
SV3,468 lbs
SL3,508 lbs

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPGe: S112
SV112
SL112
Battery capacity: S40 kWh
SV40 kWh
SL40 kWh

Full specifications by trim
Spec	S	SV	SL
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	electric	electric	electric
Fuel type	electric	electric	electric
Horsepower	147 hp	147 hp	147 hp
Torque	236 lb-ft	236 lb-ft	236 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	4	4	4
Seating	5	5	5
Length	176.4 in	176.4 in	176.4 in
Width	70.5 in	70.5 in	70.5 in
Height	61.4 in	61.4 in	61.4 in
Wheelbase	106.3 in	106.3 in	106.3 in
Ground clearance	5.9 in	5.9 in	5.9 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	1,020 lbs	985 lbs	945 lbs
Curb weight	3,433 lbs	3,468 lbs	3,508 lbs
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPGe	112	112	112
Battery capacity	40 kWh	40 kWh	40 kWh

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2018 Nissan Leaf FAQ

How much does the 2018 Nissan Leaf cost?: The 2018 Nissan Leaf has a starting MSRP of $29,990, ranging up to $36,200 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $29,990; SV from $32,490; SL from $36,200.
How much cargo space does the 2018 Nissan Leaf have?: The 2018 Nissan Leaf offers up to 30 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
Is the 2018 Nissan Leaf safe?: The 2018 Nissan Leaf earned an overall rating of Not Rated 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 2018 Nissan Leaf come in?: The 2018 Nissan Leaf is available in 3 trims across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.