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The new Nissan Leaf is a Small Luxury offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $51,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $51,500 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the Leaf available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2010.
The Nissan Leaf is only available with an electric motor that produces 80kW and 280Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2012 Leaf is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$51,490 - $51,500â€
Transmission
Auto or Single-Speed Auto
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Electric
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$51,490 - $51,500â€
Transmission
Auto or Single-Speed Auto
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Electric
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2012 Nissan Leaf
Available Variants
The Nissan Leaf comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Power to Weight
52.12 kW/t
52.12 kW/t
164.34 kW/t
Boot Space
370 - 410 litres
250 litres
505 litres
Vehicle Range
170 km
170 km
1,447 km
Price
$51,490 - $51,500
$21,990
$74,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
4 - 6 years
1 year
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,000 kg
1,000 kg
1,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
160 mm
98 mm
160 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
40 kWh
40 kWh
Vehicle Range (EV)
170 km
170 km
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Dimensions
4,445 mm
1,770 mm
1,550 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,445 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,770 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Nissan Leaf is the Base that starts from $51,490.
See all Nissan Leaf PricingThe most expensive Nissan Leaf is the Base that starts from $51,500.
See all Nissan Leaf PricingThe best towing capacity of a Nissan Leaf is offered by the Base which can tow 1000 kg
See all Nissan Leaf towing capacityThe largest Nissan Leaf is the Base which measures 1770mm wide, 4445mm in length and sits 1550mm tall.
The most powerful Nissan Leaf is the Base which has 80kW of power from its null engine.
The Nissan Leaf is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Nissan Leaf is the Base which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Nissan Leaf uses Electric.
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