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2017 Nissan Leaf
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.
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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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2026 Nissan Leaf EV revealed in more detail
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2026 Nissan Leaf revealed, Australian launch timing confirmed
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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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