Nissan Leaf Depreciation

A Nissan Leaf will depreciate 54% after 5 years and have a 5 year resale value of $17,454.

The chart below shows the expected depreciation for the next 10 years. These results are for vehicles in good condition, averaging 12,000 miles per year. It also assumes a selling price of $38,309 when new. Enter your purchase price, expected ownership period and estimated miles driven annually. Our depreciation calculator will predict an expected resale value for the Nissan Leaf.

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Nissan Leaf Depreciation

Years Old Depreciation Residual Value Resale Value Mileage Resale Year
1 $5,187 86.46% $33,122 12,000 2025
2 $8,930 76.69% $29,379 24,000 2026
3 $18,745 51.07% $19,564 36,000 2027
4 $19,143 50.03% $19,166 48,000 2028
5 $20,855 45.56% $17,454 60,000 2029
6 $22,740 40.64% $15,569 72,000 2030
7 $25,246 34.10% $13,063 84,000 2031
8 $27,207 28.98% $11,102 96,000 2032
9 $27,885 27.21% $10,424 108,000 2033
10 $29,073 24.11% $9,236 120,000 2034

Nissan Leaf Depreciation

Years Old Depreciation Residual Value Resale Value
1 $5,187 86.46% $33,122
2 $8,930 76.69% $29,379
3 $18,745 51.07% $19,564
4 $19,143 50.03% $19,166
5 $20,855 45.56% $17,454
6 $22,740 40.64% $15,569
7 $25,246 34.10% $13,063
8 $27,207 28.98% $11,102
9 $27,885 27.21% $10,424
10 $29,073 24.11% $9,236

Buying a Nissan Leaf New vs Used

If you purchase a used Nissan Leaf that is 2 years old, then you could save $8,930 compared to buying new, and still have a relatively new model with plenty of useful life remaining. If you plan to keep this vehicle for 3 years then your total cost of depreciation would be $11,925. Try other age and ownership length combinations, or different vehicles to see if you can find depreciation sweetspots where this cost is the lowest. Hint: Try vehicles between 2 and 4 years old, as brand new vehicles depreciate quickly. Also, if this is a recently released model and buying a few years old isn't possible, consider another vehicle, or perhaps wait until more used Leaf models become available.

What About Nissan Leaf Insurance Costs?

The average cost to insure a Nissan Leaf is about $2,285 per year. This adds up to around $11,425 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike depreciation, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Nissan Leaf. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure

The Best Model Years to Buy a Nissan Leaf

The 2021 Nissan Leaf is our top pick for the best model year value for the Leaf. With the 2021, you would only pay, on average, 51% of the price as new, with 75% of the vehicle's useful life remaining. The 2020 and 2019 model years are also attractive years for the Leaf, and provide a relatively good value. Our rankings consider multiple factors, including the Leaf's price as new, current price, maintenance costs and remaining years of overall predictabe expenses. Our top ranked model year represents the most car for the money of the Nissan Leaf models.

Nissan Leaf Historical Depreciation

Year New Price Current Price Maintenance $ Decline % Decline % Paid Value Rating
2024 $38,309 $38,309 $238 $0 0% 100%
2021 $38,402 $19,610 $436 $18,699 48.81% 51.07% Best
2020 $34,910 $17,465 $517 $2,145 10.94% 50.03% Better
2019 $33,126 $15,091 $644 $2,374 13.59% 45.56% Better
2018 $33,222 $13,501 $743 $1,590 10.54% 40.64% Good
2017 $30,892 $10,534 $781 $2,967 21.98% 34.1% Good
2016 $30,288 $8,776 $807 $1,758 16.69% 28.98%
2015 $29,890 $8,133 $841 $643 7.33% 27.21%
2014 $29,975 $7,227 $892 $906 11.14% 24.11%
2013 $29,544 $5,784 $970 $1,443 19.97% 19.58%
2012 $28,410 $5,475 $1,046 $309 5.34% 19.27%
Year Price % Paid Value Rank
2024 $38,309 100%
2021 $19,610 51.07% Best
2020 $17,465 50.03% Better
2019 $15,091 45.56% Better
2018 $13,501 40.64% Good
2017 $10,534 34.1% Good
2016 $8,776 28.98%
2015 $8,133 27.21%
2014 $7,227 24.11%
2013 $5,784 19.58%
2012 $5,475 19.27%

Nissan Leaf Depreciation Rankings


We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Depreciation. See where the Nissan Leaf ranks for Depreciation compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the Leaf stacks up in our rankings for Maintenance, Insurance and Overall Costs.

Other Nissan Leaf Costs of Ownership

Finding a car or truck that saves on depreciation costs is important. But, it's also imperative to view all major Nissan Leaf costs. This will ensure that you are finding the vehicle that provides you the best value, at the lowest cost. We've created tools that will also help you to save on the following ownership expenses:

Nissan Leafs For Sale

2022 Nissan LEAF S Plus

Mileage: 29,313
Mileage: 29,313     Price: $18,390
Location: Sterling, VA ~ 4 miles away
Dealer: Easterns Automotive Group
Days on Market: 17
Colors (ext/int): Deep Blue Pearl(Blue) / Black

$18,390


2022 Nissan LEAF S Plus

Mileage: 25,698
Mileage: 25,698     Price: $18,490
Location: Sterling, VA ~ 4 miles away
Dealer: Easterns Automotive Group
Days on Market: 12
Colors (ext/int): Gun Metallic(Gray) / Black

$18,490


2023 Nissan Leaf S

Mileage: 16,972
Mileage: 16,972     Price: $17,950
Location: Sterling, VA ~ 4 miles away
Dealer: Easterns Automotive Group
Days on Market: 73
Colors (ext/int): Glacier White(White) / Black

$17,950


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