2016 Nissan LEAF vs. 2017 Nissan LEAF
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2016 Nissan LEAF and 2017 Nissan LEAF contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2016 Nissan LEAF and the 2017 Nissan LEAF.
When comparing the 2016 Nissan LEAF's and the 2017 Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2016 Nissan LEAF and 2017 Nissan LEAF have the same overall quality score base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Nissan LEAF's and the 2017 Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Nissan LEAF is a better car than the 2017 Nissan LEAF.
Pricing: A used 2016 Nissan LEAF ranges from $5,975 to $12,290 while a used 2017 Nissan LEAF is priced between $6,900 to $14,540.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2016 Nissan LEAF and the 2017 Nissan LEAF both lose 55.6 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan LEAF is 8.0 out of 10. Nissan LEAF is ranked 4 out of 26 Best Electric Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Nissan LEAF is 6.9 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2016 Nissan LEAF and the 2017 Nissan LEAF makes 107 horsepower. The LEAF is rated to deliver an average of 126 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), while the LEAF is rated to deliver an average of 124 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe). Both have a highway range of 84 miles. Both models use electricity. The charge time for both the LEAF and the LEAF is 8 hours (240V).
Safety Ratings: The Nissan LEAF has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,010
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$29,058
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$28,995 - $29,170
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,010
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$30,949
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$29,010 - $36,620
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,048
Price Range:
$5,975 - $12,290
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$10,669
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$9,048 - $12,188
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
31
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
52,402
# Good or Great Deals:
17
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,144
Price Range:
$6,900 - $14,540
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$13,641
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$10,144 - $15,511
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
31
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
52,601
# Good or Great Deals:
14
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
6.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
6.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 Nissan LEAF
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
0.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Electric Compact Cars)
2.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
0.5 - 3.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Nissan LEAF
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Electric Compact Cars)
3.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
1.5 - 7.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact Cars)
4.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact Cars)
3.4 - 6.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact Cars)
2.1 - 5.8
Nissan LEAF Rankings
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16 out of / 26Nissan LEAF Rankings
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16 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2016 Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S-24, S-30, SL, SV
2017 Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, S-24, SL, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
107 hp
Torque:
187 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.033 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
107 hp
Torque:
187 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.033 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
126 / 101 / 114
Range (city/hwy):
84 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
24 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
124 / 101 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
84 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
24 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3256 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3256 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Deep Blue Pearl
Brown
Forged Bronze
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Coulis Red
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Glacier White / Pearl White
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Deep Blue Pearl
Brown
Forged Bronze
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Coulis Red
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Glacier White / Pearl White
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
