What is the range of a 2016 Nissan Leaf?

The 2016 Nissan Leaf has an EPA-rated range of 84–107 miles on a full charge, depending on trim and battery (2 configurations). EPA range is measured under standardized conditions — expect roughly 77 miles in mixed real-world driving.

How far can a 2016 Nissan Leaf go on the highway?

EVs use more energy at highway speeds, so the 2016 Nissan Leaf returns about 84 miles of highway range versus 104 miles in the city — the opposite of a gas car, where highway efficiency is higher.

What is the real-world range of the 2016 Nissan Leaf?

Plan for about 77 miles in typical use — roughly 80% of the 96-mile EPA average. Cold weather, highway speeds, heavy loads, and aggressive driving reduce range; mild temperatures and city driving extend it.

Is 96 miles of range good for the midsize cars?

For a midsize cars, 96 miles is on the shorter side, best for city and commuter use. The Leaf is rated at 113 MPGe.

2016 Nissan Leaf range

Official EPA electric range for the 2016 Nissan Leaf.

EPA range on a full charge

84–107mi

EPA combined · 113 MPGe

City

104

Highway

Real-world est.

~77 mi

Drive

FrontWD

Class

Midsize Cars

EPA range is a standardized lab figure. Real-world range — roughly 77 miles here — depends heavily on temperature, speed, climate control, and terrain.

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FAQ

2016 Nissan Leaf

What is the range of a 2016 Nissan Leaf?: The 2016 Nissan Leaf has an EPA-rated range of 84–107 miles on a full charge, depending on trim and battery (2 configurations). EPA range is measured under standardized conditions — expect roughly 77 miles in mixed real-world driving.
How far can a 2016 Nissan Leaf go on the highway?: EVs use more energy at highway speeds, so the 2016 Nissan Leaf returns about 84 miles of highway range versus 104 miles in the city — the opposite of a gas car, where highway efficiency is higher.
What is the real-world range of the 2016 Nissan Leaf?: Plan for about 77 miles in typical use — roughly 80% of the 96-mile EPA average. Cold weather, highway speeds, heavy loads, and aggressive driving reduce range; mild temperatures and city driving extend it.
Is 96 miles of range good for the midsize cars?: For a midsize cars, 96 miles is on the shorter side, best for city and commuter use. The Leaf is rated at 113 MPGe.

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