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Used Nissan Leaf buying guide

A used Nissan Leaf typically costs $5,720–$44,770 (2012–2024 cars, November 2026).

Nissan Leaf

Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. May show an overseas version or a related model.

Is this used Nissan Leaf a fair price?

Enter the year, kilometres and asking price to see where it sits against typical prices.

How well equipped is it?

Tip: the ad usually lists the features. More extras than most ads for the same year means fully loaded.

An estimate, not a valuation. Why

It compares the asking price with typical November 2026 prices for that year (carsales/RedBook and Glass's Guide). Condition, options, service history, battery health and where you live all move the price. For a formal valuation use RedBook or a dealer, and always do a PPSR check for finance owing or a written-off history.

✓ Price checkedNext: step 2 of 4Check the recalls were done ›

Used Nissan Leaf prices by year

Typical November 2026 prices. Each range spans the versions sold that year, from the base model to the top one; kilometres and condition move a car within it.

2012–16 (first generation)

175 km range (claimed), 50 kW fast charging (CHAdeMO). 175 km was the old NEDC claim; expect roughly 100–130 km, less on a worn battery.

  • 2016$9,240–$13,090Battery warranty has ended
  • 2015$7,700–$10,890Battery warranty has ended
  • 2014$7,260–$10,230Battery warranty has ended
  • 2013$8,200–$8,300Battery warranty has ended
  • 2012$5,720–$8,030Battery warranty has ended

2019–24 (second generation)

270 km range (claimed), 50 kW fast charging (CHAdeMO). e+: 62 kWh, 385 km, 100 kW.

  • 2024$30,910–$44,770About 6 years of battery warranty left
  • 2023$29,920–$43,560About 5 years of battery warranty left
  • 2022$20,300–$29,300About 4 years of battery warranty left
  • 2021$20,200–$26,000About 3 years of battery warranty left
  • 2020$20,790–$31,790About 2 years of battery warranty left
  • 2019$17,700–$25,000About 1 year of battery warranty left

Nissan Leaf recalls in Australia (2)

Every recall has a free fix at a dealer, so a recall doesn't rule a car out. Make sure each one was done: ask for the paperwork or enter the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

✓ Recalls checkedNext: step 3 of 4Check the battery and warranty ›

Common Nissan Leaf problems owners report

Battery and warranty

8 yrs / 160,000 km. The warranty runs from when the car was first sold, so a 2012 car has none left and a 2024 car about 6 years left. Ask for a battery health (state of health) report before you buy: how to check the battery, including independent tests from about $200. Got a reading or the range at 100%? See what it means for this car › If it ever needs one: what a new battery costs.

✓ Battery checkedNext: step 4 of 4Take the checklist to the inspection ›

Running costs

At 250 km a week with NSW prices, a 2019–24 (second generation) Nissan Leaf costs about $15 a week charged mostly at home, or $29 on public fast chargers.

Charging at home? Find the right wall charger ›

Checklist for a used Nissan Leaf

Show 3 more checks
  • Ask for a battery health report (SOH).
  • Do a PPSR check for finance owing or a written-off history.
  • Check the charging cables come with it, and take our used EV checklist. Setting up charging at home? Find the right charger ›
Finish: step 4 of 4Open the printable checklist ›

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Common questions

How much is a used Nissan Leaf in Australia?

Typically $5,720–$44,770 for 2012–2024 cars (November 2026), depending on the year, version, kilometres and condition.

Does the Nissan Leaf have any recalls?

Yes, 2 in Australia. All have a free fix. Check the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au to make sure they were done.

What is the battery warranty on a used Nissan Leaf?

8 yrs / 160,000 km. It transfers to the next owner and runs from when the car was first sold, so check how much is left.

Is a used Nissan Leaf a good buy?

It's worth a look if the recalls were done and the price is right. Owners report a few known issues, listed on this page, so check for those. It makes most sense if you can charge at home.

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How we work it out, and our sources

Weekly cost = the car's energy use × 250 km × your electricity or fuel price, with 90% of charging at home. Prices are list prices at November 2026; check with the dealer.

  • Electricity: 2026–27 default rates (AER, Victorian Default Offer, state retailers). Public charging: Sydney network prices, July 2026.
  • Petrol and diesel: capital-city daily averages from state government price feeds, via FuelRadar, 12 November 2026. Diesel for Hobart, Canberra and Darwin is estimated from the national fall.
  • Cars: maker figures via CarExpert, Drive, CarsGuide and EV Central. Plug-in electric range is taken as 80% of the claim.
  • Servicing: published capped prices; marked as an estimate where not yet published (CarExpert comparison).
  • Tyres: an EV set lasts about 35,000 km, a petrol or hybrid set 50,000 km (RACV); prices from Gridly.
  • Home charger: about $2,000 installed ($1,000–$3,000). Novated leases: PwC summary.

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