Nissan Leaf

The redesign year indicates that the car is either introduced for the first time or an existing model has been significantly re-engineered. The more extensive or complicated the redesign, the higher the risk of reliability problems. The redesign year indicates that the car is either introduced for the first time or an existing model has been significantly re-engineered. The more extensive or complicated the redesign, the higher the risk of reliability problems. The Leaf electric vehicle got a thorough makeover for 2026--for better and for worse. Nissan replaced its outdated CHAdeMO plug with a Tesla-style NACS port, making it compatible with many more public chargers and capable of DC fast charging. The driving range was increased to 259-303 miles, depending on the trim, which means it's less of a commuter-only car and now more for long-distance travel. The single-motor, front-wheel-drive powertrain is quiet and smooth, and its well-balanced chassis offers predictable, easy-to-control handling. The ride is more absorbent than the old Leaf. Cabin fit and finish rival more expensive cars, and we found the front seats comfortable and supportive. Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities, fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls. Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities, fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls. Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the reliability of new and redesigned models. Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the reliability of new and redesigned models. Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the owner satisfaction of new and redesigned models. Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the owner satisfaction of new and redesigned models. This charge covers the cost of transporting a vehicle from a carmaker’s U.S. factory or port of entry to its dealerships. Destination charges are typically not negotiable. Occasionally some select model trims will have a slightly higher fee than others. This charge covers the cost of transporting a vehicle from a carmaker’s U.S. factory or port of entry to its dealerships. Destination charges are typically not negotiable. Occasionally some select model trims will have a slightly higher fee than others. This charge covers the cost of transporting a vehicle from a carmaker’s U.S. factory or port of entry to its dealerships. Destination charges are typically not negotiable. Occasionally some select model trims will have a slightly higher fee than others. This charge covers the cost of transporting a vehicle from a carmaker’s U.S. factory or port of entry to its dealerships. Destination charges are typically not negotiable. Occasionally some select model trims will have a slightly higher fee than others. Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities, fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls. Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities, fuel economy, ride, seat comfor