Used Nissan LEAF for Sale nearDetroit, MI

How much does the Nissan LEAF cost in today's market?

Used Nissan LEAF prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan LEAF's current nationwide average price is $16,048, and its lowest point over the past year was $12,607. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan LEAF a good car?

Yes — the Nissan LEAF is a strong used-EV choice if you want affordability, comfort, and easy everyday driving. The all-generations owner rating is 4.4/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its smooth ride, quiet cabin, low running costs, and practical interior space. Expert reviews also reinforce its value-focused character, comfortable manners, and city-friendly usability.

Expert reviews rate the 2026 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are modest range on older versions, pedestrian performance in some years, and charging hardware that reflects earlier EV design. 43.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan LEAF models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Nissan LEAF as a practical, comfortable EV with low running costs and straightforward daily usability. Across the lineup, the strongest themes are smooth driving, quiet operation, and value-focused ownership.

• Owners rate the Nissan LEAF between 3.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most tied to battery condition and how the car was charged and driven over time, so a careful battery and history check matters.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 89.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2017 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: ProPilot Assist with automated lane-centering and adaptive cruise control
• Infotainment: wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Range & charging: 303 miles, 150 kilowatts of DC fast-charging power, and a 10%-80% charge takes 35 minutes
• Battery health: Check battery state-of-health, review how often the car was charged at home versus on DC fast chargers, and confirm the remaining battery warranty before you buy

Which Nissan LEAF trim should I buy?

The 2026 Nissan LEAF offers these trims:

• Leaf S: the entry point with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 18-inch steel wheels, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and standard driver-assist features; best if you want the lowest-cost way into the redesigned LEAF.
• Leaf S+: the best-value trim, adding the larger 75-kWh battery and the longest range in the lineup at 303 miles, while keeping the same core tech and value focus.
• SV+: adds 14.3-inch screens, Google built-in apps, two rear USB-C ports, a wireless device charger, 18-inch alloy wheels, and TailorFit front-seat material; a smart pick if you want more convenience and a richer cabin.
• Platinum+: brings the most upscale setup with 19-inch alloy wheels, TailorFit on both rows, a 10-speaker Bose Personal Plus audio system, front-headrest speakers, and vehicle-to-load power-offboarding capability; choose this if you want the most features.

What Nissan LEAF do most buyers choose?

The Nissan LEAF years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2026.

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer the broadest mix of availability, pricing, and deal opportunities. That usually makes them easier to compare and shop confidently.

What is the Nissan LEAF's resale value?

The table shows a mixed picture, with several recent years moving lower and a few older or higher-demand years moving up. For used buyers, that creates opportunities in the softer-price years while also showing that some LEAF model years continue to command stronger prices.

The 2022 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2018, 2024, and 2019 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Nissan LEAF safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 7/10
• 2016: 7/10

Nissan ProPilot Assist is standard on the 2026 LEAF, combining automated lane-centering with adaptive cruise control.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan LEAF now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −10.51% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −2.6%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 48% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 43%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $18,576. The Nissan LEAF offers a quiet cabin, comfortable ride, and practical everyday usability that make it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Range & charging: The Leaf S+ is the first model in Leaf history to crack 300 miles, while the SV+ and Platinum+ still improve on the previous-generation Leaf at 288 miles and 259 miles, respectively, and a 10%-80% charge takes 35 minutes.
• Tech: Leaf S and S+ models have a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, while SV+ and Platinum+ models have 14.3-inch versions, and the Leaf features standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: Standard driver-assist features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, traffic sign recognition, driver monitoring, and a 360-degree camera system.
• Starting price: The Leaf S+ starts at $31,485.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.