Nissan Leaf: real-world range vs WLTP
The Nissan Leaf has an official WLTP range of 168 mi–375 mi from a 75.1 kWh usable battery. Lab figures rarely match the road, so here is what to really expect — and a calculator to tune it to your weather, route and battery health.
What range to really expect
Winter (−10 °C)
249 mi
66% of WLTP
Warm weather (30 °C)
357 mi
95% of WLTP
Motorway
293 mi
78% of WLTP
City
405 mi
108% of WLTP
Estimates for an as-new battery, based on the Nissan Leaf (2026). Cold weather and motorway speeds cut range the most; town driving recovers some through regenerative braking.
Trims & specifications
| Trim | Year | WLTP range | Usable battery | WLTP consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75 kWh | 2026 | 375 mi | 75.1 kWh | 14.2 kWh/100 km |
| 52 kWh | 2026 | 271 mi | 52 kWh | 14 kWh/100 km |
| e+ 62 kWh | 2023 | 239 mi | 59 kWh | 18.5 kWh/100 km |
| 40 kWh | 2023 | 168 mi | 39 kWh | 17.1 kWh/100 km |
| S | 2018 | 168 mi | 38 kWh | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| SL | 2018 | 168 mi | 38 kWh | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| SV | 2018 | 168 mi | 38 kWh | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
Estimate Nissan Leaf range for your conditions
Estimated real range
Estimated real range
349 mi
93% of rated
Rated range
375 mi
Real-world use
4.65 mi/kWh
Where the range goes
Your car & conditions
Optional — pick make, model and trim to fill the values below, or edit any field for a custom one.
How to read these numbers
Each estimate takes the Nissan Leaf WLTP range and applies a transparent derate for temperature, driving profile, climate use and battery health. They are guides, not guarantees — your own efficiency, tyres, load and route all matter, so use the calculator above to match your situation.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the real range of the Nissan Leaf in winter?
- In cold weather (around −10 °C) with the heating on, expect roughly 249 mi from the Nissan Leaf — well below its WLTP rating, because batteries lose capacity in the cold and cabin heating draws extra power.
- How far does the Nissan Leaf go on the motorway?
- At sustained motorway speeds the Nissan Leaf manages about 293 mi. High speed is the single biggest drain on an EV, so motorway range is noticeably shorter than the WLTP figure.
- Why is the Nissan Leaf real range lower than WLTP?
- WLTP is measured in a controlled lab cycle. Real driving adds cold or hot weather, higher speeds, climate control and an ageing battery — together they typically cut range by 20–40%, which is what these estimates reflect.