Nissan Leaf#Warning sounds
{{Short description|Battery electric car}}
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Nissan Leaf
| image = Nissan Leaf 2018 (31874639158) (cropped).jpg
| caption = A second generation Nissan Leaf
| manufacturer = Nissan
| production = October 2010 – present
| model_years = 2011 – present
| assembly =
| class = {{Unbulleted list
| Compact/Small family car (C){{Cite web |title=2020 Nissan Leaf preview: More safety features, bigger touchscreen for EV compact car |url=https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1126681_2020-nissan-leaf-preview-more-safety-features-bigger-touchscreen-for-ev-compact-car |access-date=2021-08-09 |website=Green Car Reports|date=10 January 2020 |language=en}} (2010–2025)
| Crossover SUV{{Cite press release |title=Nissan and INFINITI outline bold new products and next-generation technologies to excite customers around the world |url=https://global.nissannews.com/en/releases/250326-01-e |access-date=2025-03-26 |website=Nissan Global |date=2025-03-26 |language=en}} (2025–present)
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| body_style = {{Unbulleted list
| 5-door hatchback (2010–2025)
| 5-door SUV (2025–present)
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| layout = Front-motor, front-wheel-drive
| platform =
| predecessor = {{Unbulleted list
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The {{Nihongo|Nissan Leaf|日産・リーフ|Nissan Rīfu|lead=yes|stylized as LEAF}} is a battery-electric car manufactured by Nissan, produced since 2010 across two generations. It has been offered exclusively as a 5-door hatchback until 2025, which will be released as a crossover SUV model. The term "LEAF" serves as a backronym to leading environmentally-friendly affordable family car.{{cite web|url=http://www.greeninnovation.co.uk/new/894/15/nissan-leaf.html|title=Nissan Leaf - leading, environmentally friendly, affordable, family car|website=Green Innovation|access-date=24 December 2023}}
The Leaf was unveiled on 1 August 2009{{Cite press release |website=global.nissannews.com|access-date=2023-09-23|title=Nissan unveils 'LEAF' |url=https://global.nissannews.com/en/releases/release-980353a8ffd8ca8beb141bda99ad4a56-090802-02-e}} as the world's first mass market electric and zero-emission vehicle.{{Cite web |date=2020-12-04 |title=A decade of innovation – the LEAF's incredible journey |url=http://global.nissanstories.com/en/releases/nissan-leaf-10years |access-date=2023-09-19 |website=A decade of innovation – the LEAF’s incredible journey |language=en}} Among other awards and recognition, it received the 2010 Green Car Vision Award, the 2011 European Car of the Year, the 2011 World Car of the Year, and the 2011–2012 Car of the Year Japan. A second-generation Leaf was introduced in October 2017. The Leaf's range on a full charge has been steadily increased from {{cvt|73|miles|order=flip}} to {{cvt|226|miles|order=flip}} (EPA rated) by the use of larger battery packs and several minor improvements.
{{as of|2021|09}}, European sales totalled more than 208,000, and {{as of|2021|12|lc=y}}, over 165,000 had been sold in the U.S., and 157,000 in Japan. Global sales across both generations totalled 577,000 by February 2022. The Leaf was the world's all-time top selling plug-in electric car until it was surpassed in early 2020 by the Tesla Model 3.{{cite news |url=https://cleantechnica.com/2020/03/10/tesla-passes-1-million-ev-milestone-and-model-3-becomes-all-time-best-seller/ |title=Tesla Passes 1 Million EV Milestone & Model 3 Becomes All Time Best Seller |first=Maximilian |last=Holland |website=CleanTechnica |date=10 February 2020 |access-date=15 May 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200412045911/https://cleantechnica.com/2020/03/10/tesla-passes-1-million-ev-milestone-and-model-3-becomes-all-time-best-seller/ |archive-date=12 April 2020 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web|url=https://insideevs.com/news/393890/nissan-leaf-sales-450000/|title=Nissan LEAF Sales Hit 450,000: World's #1 Selling EV, But Not For Long|last=PLUS|first=Nissan LEAF Nissan LEAF|website=InsideEVs|language=en|access-date=28 March 2020}}
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{{Anchor|ZE0}}First generation (ZE0; 2010)
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The first generation Nissan Leaf was in production from 2010 to 2017. It was unveiled on 1 August 2009 as the world's first series produced battery electric vehicle. Before it officially commenced production, Nissan developed three prototype battery electric vehicles—dubbed the EV-01, EV-02 and EV-11. The former two were based on the Z11 Nissan Cube while the latter was based on the C11 Nissan Tiida.{{cite web|last=Abuelsamid |first=Sam |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2009/07/27/nissan-shows-off-new-versa-based-electric-vehicle-prototype/ |title=Nissan shows off new Versa-based electric vehicle prototype|website=Autoblog|publisher=Weblogs Inc. |date=2009-07-27 |accessdate=2010-12-11}} It began production on 22 October 2010 at the Oppama facility in Yokosuka, Kanagawa.{{cite news|url=http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/02/12/nissan-leaf-electric-car-comes-to-new-york/|title=Nissan Leaf Electric Car Comes to New York|first=Jim|last=Motavalli|work=The New York Times|date=12 February 2010|accessdate=23 December 2023}}{{cite web|url=https://www.guideautoweb.com/en/articles/9422/production-of-100pc-electric-zero-emission-nissan-leaf-begins-at-oppama-japan/|title=Production of 100% Electric, Zero-Emission Nissan LEAF begins at Oppama, Japan|date=22 October 2010|website=The Car Guide (fr)|access-date=23 December 2023}}{{cite web|url=https://europe.autonews.com/article/20101025/ANE/101029924/nissan-begins-production-of-leaf-electric-vehicle|title=Nissan begins production of Leaf electric vehicle|first=Hans|last=Greimel|website=Automotive News Europe|access-date=22 December 2023}} Until early 2013, models sold in Europe and the US were imported from the Oppama plant adapted stylistically for the respective markets. On 12 December 2012, battery manufacturing began at the Smyrna plant, with official production of the Leaf initiating on 9 January 2013. Manufacturing in the UK began on 28 March 2013.
Initially, the Leaf was available exclusively with a large battery pack composed of 192 flat, laminated lithium-ion cells developed in collaboration with NEC, which offers advantages such as simplified design, efficient cooling, and optimal packaging. The battery pack is located under the floor and between the wheels, optimising the vehicle's handling and interior space. The electric motor produces {{cvt|80|kW}} of power with a range of about {{cvt|100|miles|km|order=flip}} when the battery is fully charged. Recharging can take 16 hours on 110V or 8 hours on 220V power. Fast charging is also available with a specific charger, which can restore 80% of the battery capacity in approximately 30 minutes.
The first generation Leaf garnered both acclaim and criticism from multiple automotive critics. Car and Driver, an American automotive magazine, expressed unfavourable opinions about the inexpensive materials used in the vehicle, asserting that they seem more fitting for a car priced at half its actual cost. However, they commended the Leaf for its spacious boot/trunk, along with features like standard heated seats and, in higher-end models, a heated steering wheel and leather seats. Opinions on the battery performance and safety aspects vary, with some finding the battery and range underwhelming and others expressing concerns about safety levels.
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{{Anchor|ZE1}}Second generation (ZE1; 2017)
{{Infobox electric vehicle
| name = Second generation
| image = 2018 Nissan Leaf Tekna Front (1).jpg
| caption = 2018 Nissan Leaf N-Connecta (UK)
| model_code = ZE1
| production = October 2017 – present
| model_years = 2018 – present
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| Japan: Yokosuka, Kanagawa (Oppama Plant)
| United States: Smyrna, Tennessee
| United Kingdom: Sunderland (NMUK)
}}
| designer = Kazuhiko Watanabe{{cite web|url=https://wired.jp/2017/12/04/nissan-leaf-2/|title=アップデートされた日産リーフは、新しいデザインによって「普遍的な価値」を手に入れた |publisher=Wired.jp |access-date=2017-12-04}}
| platform =
| motor = 110 or 160 kW EM57, synchronous{{cite web|title=2018 Nissan Leaf Versions & Specs|url=https://www.nissanusa.com/electric-cars/leaf/versions-specs/|website=Nissan USA|access-date=23 February 2018|archive-date=27 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180927223544/http://www2.nissanusa.com/electric-cars/leaf/versions-specs/|url-status=dead}}
| battery = 40 or 62 kWh lithium-ion{{cite web|url=https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.do?action=sbs&id=39860|title=2018 Nissan Leaf|website=Fueleconomy.gov|publisher=U. S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy|date=6 January 2015|access-date=28 January 2018}}
| range = {{unbulleted list
| 40 kWh:
| EPA: {{cvt|149|miles|order=flip}}
| WLTP: {{cvt|170|miles|order=flip|0}}
| 62 kWh:
| EPA: {{cvt|212|miles|order=flip}}
}}
| transmission = Single-speed fixed (8.193:1 ratio)
| charging = {{unbulleted indent list
| AC onboard charger: 6.6 kW at 27.5 A
| DC: 50 or 100 kW
| J1772 or Type 2 and CHAdeMO connectors
}}
| wheelbase = {{cvt|2700|mm|in|1}}
| length = {{cvt|4490|mm|in|1}}
| width = {{cvt|1788|mm|in|1}}
| height = {{cvt|1530|mm|in|1}}
| weight = {{cvt|1580|-|1640|kg|0}}
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In October 2017, for the 2018 model year, Nissan launched the new generation Leaf in Japan, and deliveries in North America and Europe began in February 2018.{{cite web|url=https://insideevs.com/february-2018-plug-electric-vehicle-sales-expect/ |title=February 2018 Plug-In Electric Vehicle Sales: What To Expect? | first=Loveday | last=Steven | publisher=InsideEVs.com| date=1 March 2018| access-date=3 February 2018}} In 2018, global sales reached a record level of 87,149 units, third behind the Tesla Model 3 and the BAIC EC-Series.{{cite news|url=http://ev-sales.blogspot.com/2019/01/global-top-20-december-2018.html|title=Global Top 20 December 2018| first = Jose | last = Pontes|date=31 January 2010|access-date=12 February 2019|publisher=EV Sales Blog}}
Mechanically, the second generation Leaf is similar to the first, while adding more range, and more power. Stylistically, it is a major departure from the previous model.{{cite web |last1=Kavanagh |first1=Jason |title=2018 Nissan LEAF Review & Ratings |url=https://www.edmunds.com/nissan/leaf/2018/review/ |website=Edmunds |access-date=2 December 2019 |language=en-us}} The interior adds Android Auto Android Auto & Apple CarPlay.
It has a 40 kWh battery pack (39 kWh usable) with an EPA-rated range of {{cvt|151|miles|km|order=flip}}. The electric motor produces {{cvt|147|hp|order=flip}} and {{cvt|236|lbft|order=flip}} of torque. It charges through either a 6.6 kW regular plug (SAE J1772 in US/Japan, or a Type 2 connector in EU countries) or a 50 kW CHAdeMO, and has the ability to send power back to the grid.{{Cite web |url=https://electrek.co/2017/12/08/electrek-review-next-gen-nissan-leaf/ |title=The Electrek review – 2018 Nissan Leaf fills the space between entry-level EVs and Tesla Model 3/Bolt |last=Dow |first=Jameson |date=8 December 2017 |website= Electrek |language=en-US |access-date=8 December 2017}}
Propilot Assist, a lane centering system, is available on the two highest trim levels for an additional cost, and has automatic parking in some markets.{{cite web |url=https://www.nissanusa.com/electric-cars/2018-leaf/configure/ |title=Build Your 2018 Nissan Leaf |publisher=Nissan |location=US |access-date=7 October 2017}} The car offers one-pedal braking where easing off the accelerator pedal causes significant regenerative braking, to the point where the vehicle can be brought to a complete stop without the driver touching the brake pedal, at which point hydraulic brakes are automatically applied, to hold the vehicle in position.{{cite web |last1=Abuelsamid |first1=Sam |title=We Should Welcome The E-Pedal In The New Nissan Leaf, But It's Not The World's First: Updated |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/samabuelsamid/2017/07/19/we-should-welcome-the-e-pedal-in-the-new-nissan-leaf-but-its-not-the-worlds-first/#3132a8c472a2 |website=Forbes |access-date=9 December 2019 |language=en}}
From 2019, a Leaf e+ (Leaf Plus in North America) variant has been offered. It has a larger 62 kWh battery (59 kWh usable) providing an EPA range of {{cvt|226|miles|order=flip|0}},{{Cite web|title=2020 Nissan LEAF Range, Charging & Battery {{!}} Nissan USA|url=https://www.nissanusa.com/vehicles/electric-cars/leaf/features/range-charging-battery.html|access-date=5 August 2020|website=Nissan|language=en-US|archive-date=7 August 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200807202504/https://www.nissanusa.com/vehicles/electric-cars/leaf/features/range-charging-battery.html|url-status=dead}} and a new 160 kW motor. It can use CHAdeMO chargers up to 100 kW.{{cite web |last1=Halvorson |first1=Bengt |title=2019 Nissan Leaf Plus vs Leaf: A first look at the differences |url=https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1120832_2019-nissan-leaf-plus-vs-leaf-a-first-look-at-the-differences |website=Green Car Reports |date=10 January 2019 |access-date=9 December 2019 |language=en}}
In September 2020, Nissan showed off a novel UK prototype emergency services version of the Leaf for natural disaster response, dubbed the RE-LEAF,{{Cite press release |date=29 September 2020|title=Nissan RE-LEAF: 100% electric emergency response vehicle concept|url=https://usa.nissannews.com/en-US/releases/re-leaf|access-date=17 November 2020 |publisher=Nissan |location=US}} based on the 62 kWh LEAF e+ (sold in the U.S. as the Plus).{{Cite web|last=Dyer|first=Ezra|date=29 September 2020|title=Nissan Leaf Turns into Disaster-Response Vehicle|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a34210982/nissan-leaf-disaster-response-vehicle-concept/|access-date=17 November 2020|website=Car and Driver|language=en-US}} The working concept vehicle is ruggedized with an elevated ride height of {{cvt|70|mm}}, underbody protection and all-terrain tires on motorsport wheels. It is intended to serve as a reliable mobile power source for a small command center, offering weatherproof external power outlets for site lighting, tools or emergency medical equipment. Other modifications include a cargo area in place of the rear seats, separated from the passenger area by a cage, a rear hatch area that opens to a workstation area with pull-out computer desk and {{cvt|32|in|order=flip}} LCD monitor, and roof-mounted emergency lights.{{Cite web|title=Nissan Shows Off Raised, Rugged RE-LEAF Emergency Response Vehicle Concept|url=https://insideevs.com/news/446327/nissan-re-leaf-electric-emergency-response-concept/|access-date=17 November 2020|website=InsideEVs|language=en}} While there was no word of an actual production version, the concept was well received in the automotive, EV and tech media.{{Cite web|last=Szymkowski|first=Sean|title=Nissan comes to the rescue with Re-Leaf electric emergency vehicle|url=https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/nissan-leaf-electric-emergency-vehicle/|access-date=17 November 2020|website=Roadshow|language=en}}{{Cite web|title=Nissan's Re-Leaf prototype is a mobile power supply for disaster response|url=https://www.engadget.com/nissan-re-leaf-mobile-power-disaster-relief-080013218.html|access-date=17 November 2020|website=Engadget|date=29 September 2020 |language=en}}{{Cite web|last=Lambert|first=Fred|date=29 September 2020|title=Nissan turns Leaf electric car into cool-looking mobile power supply for disaster relief|url=https://electrek.co/2020/09/29/nissan-leaf-electric-car-mobile-power-supply-disaster-relief/|access-date=17 November 2020|website=Electrek|language=en-US}}
In June 2022, the Leaf received a facelift for the 2023 model year. In the US, the EPA range was slightly reduced to {{cvt|149|miles|km|0|order=flip}} for the 40 kWh version and {{cvt|212|miles|km|0|order=flip}} for the 62 kWh version.{{cite press release |url=https://usa.nissannews.com/en-US/releases/2023-nissan-leaf-press-kit |title=2023 Nissan LEAF Press Kit |publisher=Nissan |location=US |year=2022 |access-date=2022-12-12}}
File:2018 Nissan Leaf Tekna Rear (1).jpg|Rear view (UK)
File:Nissan LEAF e+ NISMO (ZE1), right-front, 2021.jpg|2021 Nissan Leaf e+ Nismo (Japan)
File:Nissan LEAF e+ NISMO (ZE1), right-rear, 2021.jpg|2021 Nissan Leaf e+ Nismo (Japan)
File:Nissan Leaf (ZE1) Urban Chrome,2021,interior.jpg|Interior
File:2024 Nissan Leaf SV PLUS, front left, 03-23-2025.jpg|2023 (model year) facelift model
File:2024 Nissan Leaf SV PLUS, rear right, 03-23-2025.jpg|Rear view of the facelift model
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= Trim lines =
== Europe ==
European Leafs are offered in the following trim lines: Visia, Acenta, N-Connecta, and Tekna.
The N-Connecta adds from Acenta an intelligent around view monitor with moving object detection and front and rear parking sensors, part synthetic leather and cloth trim, heat pack with heated seats and heated steering wheel, 43 centimetre (17 inch) alloy wheels, and privacy glass.
Tekna adds from N-Connecta ProPILOT Advanced Driver Assistance System, Bose speakers, part leather seats with Ultrasuede trim, LED fog lamps with cornering function, and electronic parking brake.
== North America ==
The North American Leafs were initially sold in S, SV and SL trim lines. In 2018, for the 2019 model year, the S Plus, SV Plus, and SL Plus trims were added. The S and SV trim levels can be had with either the Leaf or Leaf Plus battery pack. The SL is only available in the Leaf Plus configuration.{{Cite web|last=Langness|first=Travis|date=2021-03-02|title=Nissan LEAF Prices, Reviews, and Pictures {{!}} Edmunds|url=https://www.edmunds.com/nissan/leaf/|website=Edmunds.com}}
The Mexican model arrived on 24 August 2018 as a 2019 model, and was offered in S, SL, and SL Bitono trim lines.{{cite web |url=https://noticias.autocosmos.com.mx/2018/09/19/nissan-leaf-2019-llega-a-mexico-desde-686600-pesos |title=Nissan Leaf 2019 llega a México desde $686,600 pesos |first=Esaú |last=Ponce |work=Auto Cosmos |location=Mexico |language=Spanish |date=19 September 2019 |access-date=12 February 2021}}
=Production and future plans=
In celebration of World EV Day, 9 September 2020, Nissan marked the production of the 500,000th LEAF.{{Cite press release |url=https://global.nissannews.com/en/releases/nissan-celebrates-500000-leaf-production|title=Nissan celebrates production of the 500,000th LEAF|date=9 September 2020|publisher=Nissan}}
UK production ceased in March 2024, after 270,000 units produced in Sunderland plant, both generations included.{{Cite web |last=Prez |first=Matt de |title=Nissan Leaf production ends in UK |url=https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/nissan-leaf-production-ends-in-uk |access-date=2024-08-26 |website=www.fleetnews.co.uk |language=en}}
=Awards=
The Leaf was chosen as one of the Top 10 Tech Cars by the US IEEE in 2018.{{cite journal|date=April 2018 |journal=IEEE Spectrum |title=Top 10 Tech Cars: 2018 | issn=0018-9235 |volume=55 |issue=4 |page=30 |doi=10.1109/mspec.2018.8322044|s2cid=4116523 |location=US}}
In 2022, the Leaf was chosen as the 'Best Family Electric Car' at the UK Carbuyer’s Best Used Car Awards.{{Cite web |title=Best used cars: our 2024 Best Used Car Award winners |url=https://www.carbuyer.co.uk/awards/138797/best-used-cars-our-2024-best-used-car-award-winners |access-date=20 October 2023 |website=Carbuyer |location=UK}}
{{Anchor|ZE2}}Third generation (ZE2; 2025)
{{Infobox electric vehicle
| name = Third generation
| production = 2025 (to commence)
| class = Subcompact crossover SUV
| platform = AmpR Medium
| model_code = ZE2
| layout = Single-motor, front-wheel drive
| electric_range = Up to {{cvt|300|miles|order=flip|round=5}}
| charging = NACS
| related = Nissan Ariya
}}
Nissan began to release details of the third-generation Leaf in March 2025, which was expected to be released later that with substantial updates to its design, platform, and performance. Departing from its previous hatchback form, the new Leaf will adopt a subcompact crossover-style body built on the AmpR Medium platform, shared with the larger Nissan Ariya compact crossover.{{Cite web |last=Capparella |first=Joey |date=2025-04-16 |title=2026 Leaf to Offer a Massive Jump in Range, as Nissan Claims 300 Miles |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a64501939/2026-nissan-leaf-range-estimate/ |access-date=2025-04-19 |website=Car and Driver |language=en-US}}
Nissan has stated that the vehicle will offer "significant range improvements", with an estimated driving range of over {{cvt|300|miles|order=flip|round=5}} on select configurations—compared to the previous model’s EPA-rated range of {{cvt|149 to 212|miles|order=flip|0}}. The Leaf will also support faster charging and become the first Nissan vehicle to adopt the North American Charging System (NACS), making it compatible with the Tesla Supercharger network.{{Cite web |last=Pappas |first=Thanos |date=2025-03-26 |title=All The New Nissan Models Arriving By 2027, From Sentra To Frontier |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2025/03/all-the-new-nissan-models-coming-by-2027-from-sentra-to-frontier/ |access-date=2025-03-26 |website=Carscoops |language=en}}
The new Leaf will retain a single-motor, front-wheel-drive layout and will not offer dual-motor, all-wheel-drive like the Ariya. Availability has been confirmed for North America, Europe, Japan, and Australia.
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{{Anchor|Sales}}Global sales
The production version was unveiled in August 2009.{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2009/08/01/2010-nissan-leaf-electric-car-in-person-in-depth-and-u-s-b/ |title=2010 Nissan Leaf electric car: In person, in depth – and U.S. bound |last=Paukert |first=Chris |date=1 August 2009 |publisher=Autoblog.com |access-date=11 December 2010}} After receiving 20,000 pre-orders in the United States,{{cite web |url=http://green.autoblog.com/2010/09/23/report-nissan-reaches-20-000-leaf-pre-orders-will-stop-taking/ |title=Nissan reaches 20,000 Leaf pre-orders; will stop taking reservations |last=Loveday |first=Eric |publisher=AutoBlogGreen |access-date=27 February 2011}} Nissan stopped taking reservations in the United States until early 2011. Production in Japan started in October 2010, and delivery in the US{{cite news |url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nissan-makes-history-with-delivery-of-worlds-first-100-electric-nissan-leaf-to-california-consumer-111725479.html |title=Nissan Makes History With Delivery of World's First 100% Electric Nissan Leaf to California Consumer |author=Nissan |date=11 December 2010 |access-date=11 December 2010 |agency=PR Newswire}} and Japan began in December, with deliveries in other markets beginning in early 2012. By December 2020 the Leaf was sold in 59 markets around the world.{{cite web |url=https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/nissan-marks-10-years-of-leaf-sales-with-over-500000-sold-worldwide/ |title=Nissan marks 10 years of LEAF sales, with over 500,000 sold worldwide |author=Nissan |publisher=Automotive World |date=3 December 2020 |access-date=11 December 2020 |quote=Nissan today celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Nissan LEAF and the delivery of 500,000 LEAF vehicles since the model was first introduced. More than 148,000 have been sold in the United States}}
The Leaf was the world's best selling electric car from 2011 to 2014{{cite news |url=http://www.autotrade.ie/index.php/renault-nissan-alliance-a-strong-partnership/12965|title=Renault-Nissan Alliance a strong partnership |first=Padraic |last=Deane|date=7 February 2014|access-date=8 March 2014|publisher=Auto Trade (Ireland)}}{{cite news|url=http://www.hybridcars.com/tesla-model-s-is-worlds-best-selling-plug-in-car-for-second-year-in-a-row/ |title=Tesla Model S Is World's Best-Selling Plug-in Car For Second Year In A Row|last=Cobb|first=Jeff|date=1 February 2017|access-date=3 February 2017 |website=HybridCars.com}}{{cite web|url=http://www.hybridcars.com/43829-evs-sold-by-renault-nissan-in-2012/ |title=43,829 EVs Sold By Renault-Nissan In 2012|first=Philippe |last=Crowe|date=5 February 2013 |publisher=HybridCars.com|access-date=5 February 2013}} and 2016.{{cite news |url=https://cleantechnica.com/2017/02/04/tesla-model-s-clocked-as-worlds-best-selling-electric-car-in-2016/|title=Tesla Model S & Nissan Leaf Clocked As World's Best-Selling Electric Cars In 2016 |last=Shahan|first=Zachary|date=4 February 2017|access-date=4 February 2017 |publisher=CleanTechnica.com|website=EV Volumes}} Sales fell in 2015 with overall sales led by the Tesla Model S.{{cite news |url=http://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/nissans-advanced-lithium-ion-battery-plant-sunderland-make-future-generation-electric-vehicle-batteries/|title=Nissan's advanced lithium-ion battery plant in Sunderland to make future generation electric vehicle batteries |author=Nissan|date=21 January 2016|access-date=21 January 2016|publisher=Automotive World}} {{As of|2019|12}}, the Leaf listed as the world's all-time best selling plug-in electric car.{{cite press release |title=The "E" side of EV: Nissan brings excitement from the road to the track with LEAF Nismo RC unleashed for the first time in Europe |url=https://europe.nissannews.com/en-GB/releases/release-a9f393adfcdb4c875b17ca02b001a9dc-nissan-brings-excitement-from-the-road-to-the-track-with-leaf-nismo-rc-unleashed-for-the-first-time-in-europe |publisher=Nissan Europe |location=Valencia, Spain |date=20 January 2020 |access-date=12 June 2020}} By early 2020, the Tesla Model 3 surpassed the Leaf to become the new best selling electric car in history.
By February 2022, global Leaf deliveries totaled 577,000 cars.{{cite press release |url=https://europe.nissannews.com/en-GB/releases/release-ea2ada92a067df51a78ce3a3b2394363-nissan-leaf-gets-a-new-glow-for-2022-with-sharp-design-and-advanced-tech | title=Nissan LEAF gets a new glow for 2022 with sharp design and advanced tech | publisher=Nissan Europe | location=Paris | date=2022-02-23 | access-date=2022-03-04 |quote=The Nissan LEAF has always been about making advanced technology and the thrill of electric driving accessible to everyone with over 577,000 customers worldwide.}} {{As of|2021|09}}, Europe was listed as the biggest market with more than 208,000 units sold,{{cite web | url=https://insideevs.com/news/531359/nissan-sales-250000-evs-europe/ |title=Nissan Celebrates Sales Of 250,000 EVs In Europe | first=Mark | last=Kane| publisher=InsideEVs | date=6 September 2021 | access-date=7 September 2021 |quote=The cumulative number includes over 208,000 LEAFs (first- and second-generation), as well as about 42,000 Nissan e-NV200 medium-size vans.}} of which 72,620 units had been registered in Norway, the leading European national market.{{cite web| url=https://elbilstatistikk.no/ | title=Cumulative EV registrations by Make and Model |publisher=Elbil Statistikk | date=2022-01-29 | access-date=2022-01-29}} Includes 20,661 used imports from neighboring countries {{as of|2022|01|29|lc=y}}. {{as of|2021|12}}, U.S. sales totaled 165,710 units through December 2021,{{cite web |url=https://insideevs.com/news/559102/us-nissan-leaf-sales-2021/|title=US: Nissan LEAF Sales Improved In 2021 | first=Mark | last=Kane | publisher=InsideEVs.com| date=2022-01-06 | access-date=2022-01-28}} and 157,059 units in Japan.{{cite web | url = https://insideevs.com/news/560255/japan-nissan-leaf-sales-2021/ | title = Japan: Nissan LEAF Sales Cruise At Roughly 11,000 In 2021 | first = Mark | last = Kane | website=InsideEVs | date = 2022-01-12 }}
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In popular culture
The Nissan Leaf is the subject of Roger McGough's poem "Ode to the Leaf", from his 2012 collection As Far as I Know.{{cite web |title=Harry Mead discovers a little poetry in motion... from Japan to Nissan |url=https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/culture/10816280.harry-mead-discovers-little-poetry-motion-japan-nissan/ |website=The Northern Echo |date=18 November 2013 |access-date=28 November 2022}}
See also
- Canto sound
- Electric car use by country
- List of best-selling automobiles
- List of production battery electric vehicles
- Revenge of the Electric Car: 2011 American film documenting how the electric car was brought to world markets.
- Zero-emissions vehicle: a vehicle that emits no exhaust gas from the onboard source of power.
References
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