Nissan LEAF

20112025 · 10 configurations

Lowest
99
Average
110
Best
115

The Nissan LEAF has been tested by the EPA across 10 different configurations spanning model years 2011 through 2025. Over this period, the LEAF has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 99 MPG to 115 MPG, with an overall average of 110 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2025
111
2024
111
2023
111
2018
112
2017
112
2015
114
2014
114
2013
115
2012
99
2011
99

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (LEAF) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Nissan LEAF. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Nissan Nissan/Datsun Leaf grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
28
Total Deaths
12

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
10.7%
DUI Involved
14.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

74%
Front
22%
Side
4%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2022
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2019
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2018
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2016
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2023
1
2018
4
2015
1
2014
2
2013
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory