2026 Nissan LEAF Specs: MPG, Gas Mileage, Engine Size & Dimensions
2026 Nissan LEAF Specs at a Glance
The 2026 Nissan LEAF gets 121 mpg combined on the Front-Wheel Drive configuration, is EPA-rated for 303 miles of range, weighs 4,213 lbs, measures 173.6 in long. Figures are per configuration, not a single official number — other trims rate as low as 103 mpg combined. Every figure below comes from EPA, NHTSA, or manufacturer published data — no estimates.
- Combined MPG
- 121 mpg (131 city / 111 hwy)
- Best configuration: Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (A1) · other 2026 trims rate 103–121 mpg combined
- EPA range
- 303 miles
- Curb weight
- 4,213 lbs
- Heaviest recorded configuration: LEAF 4DR SUV
- Length
- 173.6 in · 71.3 in wide · 61.4 in tall
- Wheelbase
- 105.9 in
- NHTSA overall
- 5-star (2021)
2026 Nissan LEAF trims and MPG
| Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 110 | 96 | 103 |
| Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 131 | 111 | 121 |
| Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 122 | 105 | 114 |
Detailed Specifications
MPG & Fuel Economy
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Fuel Cost for every year and trim
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Transmission for every year and trim
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Safety for every year and trim
View details →Electric Range & Charging Time
EV Range for every year and trim
View details →Nissan LEAF — All Years Overview
| Year | Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 110 | 96 | 103 | Electricity |
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 131 | 111 | 121 | Electricity |
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 122 | 105 | 114 | Electricity |
| 2025 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 123 | 99 | 111 | Electricity |
| 2025 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 121 | 98 | 109 | Electricity |
| 2024 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 123 | 99 | 111 | Electricity |
| 2024 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 121 | 98 | 109 | Electricity |
| 2023 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 121 | 98 | 109 | Electricity |
| 2023 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 123 | 99 | 111 | Electricity |
| 2022 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 123 | 99 | 111 | Electricity |
| 2022 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 114 | 94 | 104 | Electricity |
| 2022 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 118 | 97 | 108 | Electricity |
| 2021 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 123 | 99 | 111 | Electricity |
| 2021 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 114 | 94 | 104 | Electricity |
| 2021 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 118 | 97 | 108 | Electricity |
| 2020 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 114 | 94 | 104 | Electricity |
| 2020 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 123 | 99 | 111 | Electricity |
| 2020 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 118 | 97 | 108 | Electricity |
| 2019 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 124 | 99 | 112 | Electricity |
| 2019 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 118 | 97 | 108 | Electricity |
| 2019 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 114 | 94 | 104 | Electricity |
| 2018 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 125 | 100 | 112 | Electricity |
| 2017 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 124 | 101 | 112 | Electricity |
| 2016 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 126 | 101 | 114 | Electricity |
| 2016 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 124 | 101 | 112 | Electricity |
| 2015 | Auto (A1) | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 126 | 101 | 114 | Electricity |
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Nissan LEAF — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Nissan LEAF?
The Nissan LEAF is EPA-rated at up to 121 MPGe combined (131 city / 111 highway).
What engine does the 2026 Nissan LEAF have?
The Nissan LEAF is fully electric — it uses an electric motor with a single-speed transmission instead of a combustion engine.
How far can the 2026 Nissan LEAF go on a full charge?
The Nissan LEAF has an EPA-rated electric driving range of up to 303 miles.
What years of the Nissan LEAF are covered here?
This page documents 26 verified Nissan LEAF configurations across model years 2015–2026.
Which model year of the Nissan LEAF is the most fuel efficient?
The 2026 Nissan LEAF holds the highest combined rating at 121 MPG; the 2020 sits lowest at 111 MPG, a difference of 10 MPG (about 9%) across the 12 rated years on file.
Is the 2026 Nissan LEAF front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?
Every Nissan LEAF configuration on record here is Front-Wheel Drive; no alternative drivetrain appears in the 2015–2026 data.