Used 2020 Nissan LEAF for Sale nearDenver, CO

Is the 2020 Nissan LEAF a good car?

Yes — the 2020 Nissan LEAF earns 4.83/5 from owners and 6.83/10 from our experts. The standout strength is Safety at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its affordability, practicality, comfortable interior, zippy performance, and low-maintenance ownership. That lines up with the overview’s focus on an affordable EV that feels useful for city driving and routine commuting, while still offering lively acceleration and everyday usability. The main trade-offs are poor value for money and a desire for more range, especially for longer trips. Even so, the market signal is decent, with 38.9% of listings marked as good or great deals.

Is the 2020 Nissan LEAF reliable?

Owners rate it 4.83/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. Reviewers also describe it as dependable, trouble-free, and low maintenance, with many saying it feels like a car you can count on for daily driving. The expert drive notes reinforce that impression by emphasizing its practical, usable nature and the way it makes EV ownership feel straightforward rather than complicated.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is battery degradation, which can reduce range over time and matter more if you plan frequent road trips.

What should I look for when buying a used 2020 Nissan LEAF?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 78.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the vehicle history report carefully, because EVs can hide expensive repair history just like any other used car. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on battery condition, charging behavior, and whether the car has been used mostly for home charging or repeated DC fast charging. You should also pay close attention to range consistency, since the LEAF’s usable range can vary a lot with driving style, weather, and battery health.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base S trim misses some of the nicer equipment found higher up, including the standard 17-inch alloy wheels on the other trims and the more advanced driver-assistance content reserved for upper versions.
• Powertrain: The S and SV use a single front-mounted electric motor with 147 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque, while the Plus trims use a stronger setup with 214 horsepower and 251 pound-feet of torque. The Plus models are the better choice if you want more range and stronger acceleration.
• Safety package: Nissan Safety Shield 360 brings forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear emergency braking, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and auto high beams. Adaptive cruise control is standard on the SV, SV Plus, and SL Plus, while ProPilot Assist is reserved for the SL Plus.
• Infotainment: All trims get the 8-inch touchscreen plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. SV models add factory navigation with NissanConnect services, and the SL Plus adds ProPilot Assist along with the most premium tech content.
• Range & charging: The standard battery is rated at 149 miles of range, while the Plus battery is rated at 226 miles in S Plus form and 215 miles in SV Plus and SL Plus form. The standard battery uses a 40-kWh pack, and the Plus uses a 62-kWh pack. DC fast charging is standard on every trim except the base S, where it is optional.
• Battery health: Check the battery state of health, ask how often the car has been fast-charged, and confirm whether most charging happened at home or on DC fast chargers. Also verify how much of the battery warranty remains, since remaining coverage matters more on an EV than on a gas car.

Which 2020 Nissan LEAF trim should I buy?

The 2020 Nissan LEAF is offered in 5 trim levels: S, SV, S Plus, SV Plus, SL Plus.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the entry point, but it is the least compelling choice if you want the easiest ownership experience. It has the standard 40-kWh battery and 149-mile range, but DC fast charging is only optional here, so it makes the least sense for buyers who want the most flexibility.
• SV: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds factory navigation with NissanConnect services and adaptive cruise control, while keeping the standard battery setup. If you want a well-equipped LEAF without stretching to the pricier Plus models, this is the trim to focus on.
• S Plus: This is the range-focused pick. It combines the larger 62-kWh battery with the longest estimated range in the lineup at 226 miles, making it the smartest choice if maximizing driving distance matters most.
• SV Plus: This trim adds the larger battery and stronger motor, but its larger wheels reduce range to 215 miles. It suits you if you want more power and still want a more upscale feature set than the S Plus.
• SL Plus: This is the most fully equipped LEAF, with ProPilot Assist, the seven-speaker Bose stereo, heated steering wheel, LED headlights, an eight-way power driver’s seat, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. It is the right pick if you want the most comfort and driver-assistance content.

The SL Plus is the only trim with ProPilot Assist, and the 360-degree cameras are standard on the SL Plus and optional on the SV and SV Plus.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2020 Nissan LEAF?

The market looks moderate and selective, so you should shop carefully and compare listings before moving quickly.

• Deal availability: 38.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 90 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 78.9% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2020 Nissan LEAF safe?

The 2020 Nissan LEAF has not been rated by NHTSA. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has only partially rated the previous model, with top Good ratings in the moderate front overlap, side, and head restraint/seat tests.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard and includes forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear emergency braking, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and auto high beams. The 2020 model also adds four new airbags, louder pedestrian warning sounds, and a louder reverse warning sound. Adaptive cruise control is standard on the SV, SV Plus, and SL Plus, while ProPilot Assist on the SL Plus adds active steering.

Should I buy a 2020 Nissan LEAF or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2020 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2020 if:

• 38.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 78.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Owners rate it 4.83/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds more technology across the lineup and quicker acceleration, while keeping the practical EV shape and standard safety features.

Consider the 2019 if:

• It adds Rear Door Alert and keeps the LEAF’s practical, city-friendly character.

The bottom line: The 2020 LEAF is the better all-around pick if you want the newer safety and tech updates, plus the stronger range and performance options in the Plus trims. If you are shopping mainly on price, the 2019 can still make sense, especially if you find a cleaner example with the equipment you want.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.