2023 Nissan LEAFFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Midsize CarsFront-Wheel Drive
2023 Nissan LEAF

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City
123
MPGe
Highway
99
MPGe
Combined
111
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
149 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
8 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
30.4
City 27.4 / Hwy 34.1 kWh
Electric Motor
TBD

EPA-estimated range of 149 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 8 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 30.4 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

161.8MPG average+45.8% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 111 MPG · Owner reported avg: 161.8 MPG

Driving mix: City 50% / Highway 50%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 161.8 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 111 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (A1)
Electricity EV
City
123
Hwy
99
Comb
111
Fuel cost: $700/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$700

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$8,500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 10/10
GHG Score: 10/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
0 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
0.1 barrels

Specifications

Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
30.4264 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
27.4203 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
34.1006 kWh / 100 mi

Recall History3

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems17 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 17 owner complaints for the 2023 Nissan LEAF. Top reported issues include speed control, electrical system and visibility / wipers. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Speed Control
6
Electrical System
3
Visibility / Wipers
3
Brakes
2
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
2
Steering
1
Power Train
1

2023 Nissan LEAF problems by category: Speed Control: 6 complaints, Electrical System: 3 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 3 complaints, Brakes: 2 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 2 complaints, Steering: 1 complaints, Power Train: 1 complaints.

10
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
0
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Power TrainFiled: 12/17/2024CrashODI#11631293
ACCIDENT:Date: [XXX] Time: [XXX] Location: Balboa Park – San Diego – Morley Field Sports Center – Parking lot Parking lot - Google Maps Driver – Geico Insurance coverage || no passengers What…
Electrical SystemFiled: 03/20/2024CrashODI#11578514
I pulled into a parking spot and to ensure I stopped when I wanted to, I braked. The car accelerated, smashing into a building. I always drive in eco mode and generally use the e-pedal which was on …
Visibility / WipersFiled: 04/05/2023ODI#11515630
I am in possession of NHTSA Recall 22V-048 for my Nissan Leaf, received on 04/05/2023. This recall remedy is in my opinion clearly deficient. Although a owner's manual supplement is included, the su…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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