What is the range of a 2012 Nissan Leaf?

The 2012 Nissan Leaf has an EPA-rated range of 73 miles on a full charge. EPA range is measured under standardized conditions — expect roughly 58 miles in mixed real-world driving.

How far can a 2012 Nissan Leaf go on the highway?

EVs use more energy at highway speeds, so the 2012 Nissan Leaf returns about 67 miles of highway range versus 77 miles in the city — the opposite of a gas car, where highway efficiency is higher.

What is the real-world range of the 2012 Nissan Leaf?

Plan for about 58 miles in typical use — roughly 80% of the 73-mile EPA average. Cold weather, highway speeds, heavy loads, and aggressive driving reduce range; mild temperatures and city driving extend it.

Is 73 miles of range good for the midsize cars?

For a midsize cars, 73 miles is on the shorter side, best for city and commuter use. The Leaf is rated at 99 MPGe.

2012 Nissan Leaf range

Official EPA electric range for the 2012 Nissan Leaf.

EPA range on a full charge

73mi

EPA combined · 99 MPGe

City

Highway

Real-world est.

~58 mi

Drive

FrontWD

Class

Midsize Cars

EPA range is a standardized lab figure. Real-world range — roughly 58 miles here — depends heavily on temperature, speed, climate control, and terrain.

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FAQ

2012 Nissan Leaf

What is the range of a 2012 Nissan Leaf?: The 2012 Nissan Leaf has an EPA-rated range of 73 miles on a full charge. EPA range is measured under standardized conditions — expect roughly 58 miles in mixed real-world driving.
How far can a 2012 Nissan Leaf go on the highway?: EVs use more energy at highway speeds, so the 2012 Nissan Leaf returns about 67 miles of highway range versus 77 miles in the city — the opposite of a gas car, where highway efficiency is higher.
What is the real-world range of the 2012 Nissan Leaf?: Plan for about 58 miles in typical use — roughly 80% of the 73-mile EPA average. Cold weather, highway speeds, heavy loads, and aggressive driving reduce range; mild temperatures and city driving extend it.
Is 73 miles of range good for the midsize cars?: For a midsize cars, 73 miles is on the shorter side, best for city and commuter use. The Leaf is rated at 99 MPGe.

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