Nissan Leaf vs Tesla Model Y
Nissan Leaf
$28,500
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Nissan Leaf vs Tesla Model Y. Nissan Leaf offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
Nissan Leaf
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Nissan Leaf
$28,500
Rating: 4.2/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Nissan Leaf |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Leaf | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | Ev | Ev |
| Body Style | Hatchback / Crossover | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $28,500 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $28,500 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $27,900 | $47,990 |
| Engine | AC Synchronous Electric Motor | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 214 hp (PLUS variant) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 6.5 sec (0-60 mph) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 90 mph | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | Up to 111 MPGe combined | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | Up to 212 miles EPA (PLUS) | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 0 g/mi | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 60 kWh | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | DC Quick Charge port equipped | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.2/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 7.8 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 8.0 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | 8.8 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.2 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 8.1 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 9.4 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Highly affordable entry price point for an EV; Convenient e-Pedal regenerative braking system; Standard comprehensive sa... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Older CHAdeMO fast-charging standard compared to newer CCS/NACS designs; Less aggressive maximum fast-charging speeds on... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
