2026 · Wagon · Electric
2026 Nissan Leaf range & efficiency
The 2026 Nissan Leaf is a wagon offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its most efficient version is rated 121 MPGe combined (27.8 kWh per 100 miles) with an EPA range of 303 miles. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 103 to 121 MPGe. That's up 10 MPGe from the 2025 model. Among 12 wagons rated for 2026, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, it costs about $751 a year to fuel.
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Energy use
The 2026 Nissan Leaf uses 27.8 kWh per 100 miles (17.3 kWh/100 km), which is 3.6 miles per kWh or 121 MPGe combined.
| Value | |
|---|---|
| Combined | 121 MPGe |
| Energy use | 27.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Metric | 17.3 kWh/100 km |
| Miles per kWh | 3.60 |
How it ranks among 2026 Wagons
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Leaf MPGe across model years
Full history →3 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · Electric motor (160 kW) · Single-speed LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) |
Electric | 131 MPGe | 111 MPGe | 121 MPGe | 303 mi | $751 |
| FWD · Electric motor (160 kW) · Single-speed LEAF 75kWh (18 inch alloy Wheels) |
Electric | 122 MPGe | 105 MPGe | 114 MPGe | 288 mi | $810 |
| FWD · Electric motor (160 kW) · Single-speed LEAF 75kWh (19 inch Wheels) |
Electric | 110 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 103 MPGe | 259 mi | $883 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Engine / motor
- Electric motor (160 kW)
- Transmission
- Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Electricity use
- 27.8 kWh/100 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 12 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 92 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 20 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 0 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
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Frequently asked questions
What is the range of the 2026 Nissan Leaf?
The EPA rates the 2026 Nissan Leaf at up to 303 miles on a full charge.
How efficient is the 2026 Nissan Leaf?
Up to 121 MPGe combined, which is 27.8 kWh per 100 miles.
What is the efficiency in kWh/100 km for the 2026 Nissan Leaf?
The 2026 Nissan Leaf uses 27.8 kWh per 100 miles (17.3 kWh/100 km), which is 3.6 miles per kWh or 121 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to charge a 2026 Nissan Leaf?
Charging from empty to its full 303-mile EPA range draws about 84 kWh from the wall (charging losses included), which costs about $15 at 18¢/kWh. Public DC fast charging usually costs two to three times more.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Nissan Leaf per year?
About $751 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, or $5.00 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.