Used 2022 Nissan Leaf SL PLUS for sale 

"The Leaf's stocked well in less  expensive versions." - The Car Connection

The 2022 Leaf EV is available in five trim levels, divided between Leaf and Leaf Plus tags. The trims include the S, the SV, the S Plus, the SV Plus, and the SL Plus. Pricing for the trims starts at $27,400, and goes up to $37,400 for the SL Plus. A destination charge of $975 is additional. Also, the Leaf is eligible for the federal tax credit of $7,500 and any other state incentives as well. With such offers, the base Leaf's price comes down to just under $20,000, at $19,900. With a huge lineup of 5 trim levels, the 2022 Nissan Leaf is the most versatile EV in its class.

All the trims offer advanced safety and driver assistance features. As we climb up the trim with the Plus models, the Leaf comes with more power and a longer range of 215 miles. As standard, all trims come equipped with 16-inch steel wheels, automatic climate control, manually adjustable front seats, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, and a useful array of driver assistance features. Optional equipment includes a premium paint finish for $695 and a cargo cover.

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The 2022 Nissan Leaf S Plus trim is the one we recommend. At $32,400, the S Plus trim offers the most power, the longest range, and offers a practical set of features and equipment. The car also gets a few creature comforts, and features such as keyless entry, an 8-inch infotainment unit, remote cabin preheating and precooling, and automatic climate control.

"The ride is comfortable on freeways, yet the Leaf is still nicely responsive in town." - KBB

The entry-level trims of the 2022 Nissan Leaf seem like a more sober choice as they offer a mediocre powertrain. There's a 40-kWh battery that powers the front-mounted electric motor. It outputs 147hp of peak power with 236 lb-ft of torque output. For the S Plus and above trims, Nissan Leaf gets practical with a 62-kWh battery pack that has a 214 hp motor with a torque output of 250 lb-ft. Both the configurations are coupled to a 1-speed direct drive.

The base 147 hp motor has enough thrust for smooth city operations. The 214 hp motor livens the driving experience and will satisfy most enthusiasts. The car handles well around the city, and the steering is well-weighted and has good feedback. The Intelligent ride control reduces the vibration and provides even better handling. The suspension setup of independent front strut and rear torsion beam suspension setup works well at damping out most undulations to provide a composed and consistent ride all the time.

Being an EV, the 2022 Nissan Leaf gets regenerative brakes that convert the vehicle's kinetic energy into electric energy to recharge the batteries. With its 147hp electric motor, the Leaf takes a whole 7.4 seconds to accelerate to 60 MPH, and the quarter-mile comes up in 17.4 seconds. On the other hand, the 214 hp version takes just under 6.9 seconds for the 0-60 MPH run, and the quarter-mile time improves significantly at 15.4 seconds. The Leaf's top speed is limited to 107 MPH on the base model. 

In terms of torque output, the Niro and the Kona offer the most at nearly 300 lb-ft. The Kona offers engaging driving dynamics, whereas the Niro has a more refined ride quality overall. The Niro, however, is the most expensive car in the lot, coming close to $40,000; which is $12,600 more than the Leaf. With its competitive price and decent powertrain, the Leaf makes more sense as an everyday vehicle in the budget segment.

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"The Leaf's among the most efficient vehicles you can buy." - The Car Connection

The 2022 Nissan Leaf in its standard form with the 147 hp motor and the 40-kWh battery capacity offers decent fuel efficiency of 123 MPGe in the city. 99 MPGe on the highway, and 111 MPGe combined. This converts into a tiny limited range of 149 miles. With the 214 hp motor and the 62-kWh battery pack, the Leaf returns 118 MPGe city/ 97 MPGe highway/ 108 MPGe combined. These figures improve significantly in terms of range, at 215 miles (SV Plus and SL Plus) or 226 miles (S Plus).

The new standard CHAdeMO charger with the 240-volt cable still takes close to 8 hours for a full charge, which is not pretty quick. The DC fast charger at Nissan charging stations uses a 480-volt outlet that offers an 80% replenish in 40 minutes on the 40-kWh battery pack, and an 80% replenish on the 62-kWh battery pack in 45 minutes. The standard 120-volt outlet option is available as well, but it's the slowest option to charge the car.

Both the powertrains of the 2022 Leaf offer comparatively lower mileage than the rivals. The Hyundai Kona competes with the Chevrolet Bolt to deliver the best-in-class mileage, with a difference of 2 MPGe. The Kia Niro offers a similar mileage as the Nissan. In terms of range, the Kona and the Bolt again lock horns for the most available range with a difference of just 1 mile. The Niro takes the next spot, with a range of 239 miles.

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"To get a nicer cabin, you'll have to move past the base trim." - US.carnews

The 2022 Nissan Leaf's interior is roomy, airy, and well laid-out. With spacious seats and an attractive design, the Leaf serves its purpose as a proper family car. The fit and finish levels are excellent for a car of this segment, and the quality and design of the cabin get better as we move up the trim level. Despite the heavy use of plastic, it's the layout and the design that help the interior look good. The Leaf's flat-bottom steering adds a sporty touch on the inside. It offers proper setting space for 5 people with amazing luggage space. The simple trims of the dash are replaced with metal-look accents to highlight the design.

The seats are wrapped in cloth upholstery as standard, whereas leather upholstery is offered with the range-topping SL Plus trim. The front row offers buckets seats that come with 6-way driver and 4-way passenger manual adjustments. The higher trims offer an 8-way power driver seat with a 2-way lumbar. For the rear, there's a 60/40 split-bench seat that has a fold forward seatback. Nissan offers plenty of convenience options with the Leaf. However, most of them are available with top-end trims. The list includes a heated leather steering wheel, heated front seats, automatic air-conditioning, and NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM.

Coming to interior space, the rivals offer a much cleaner and neat interior with better seating comfort and support. In the front, the Bolt EV with its redesign offers a humongous 44.3 inches of legroom, whereas the Leaf offers the most front headroom. At the rear, the Leaf is the most compact, whereas the Bolt EV and the Niro EV both offer the most rear legroom at 36 inches. The Bolt EV offers the most rear headroom. Where the Leaf shines is the cargo capacity. As Nissan's focus was towards practical space, a massive 23.6 cubic feet trunk capacity is standard which can be increased to 30 cubic feet.

The 2022 Nissan Leaf won't disappoint you with its amazing infotainment unit which uses an 8-inch touchscreen display with the latest Nissan Connect infotainment system. The menu layout might not appeal to all, but it's one of the most user-friendly and intuitive units among the rivals. Response to touch inputs is immediate, and the system is usually lag-free. The navigation system is smooth, but voice controls can use an upgrade. Smartphone integration is quick, and most Leaf buyers will use that instead of the built-in services because of the available ease. Standout Interior features on the Leaf include:

• Flat bottom steering wheel
• Metal-look interior accents
• Leather-appointed seats
• Heated front seats and steering wheel
• Power-operated driver seat
• NissanConnect services
• 8.0-inch multi-touch display
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• SiriusXM radio with advanced audio
• Siri Eyes Free
• Bose premium audio system
• WiFi connection
• Nissan Navigation system
• SiriusXM Traffic and Travel link

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"The Leaf has an interesting shape, minus its former quirks." -The Car Connection

The 2022 Nissan Leaf gets no exterior changes this year. The onset of the second generation of the Leaf model saw the design become more streamlined and aerodynamic for better performance and ride quality. The Leaf's overall shape is hence very quite sporty and unique, a mix of dynamics and practicality. The car comes with a sloping front fascia, with sleek headlamps that are either halogen or LED (depending on the trim) that flank the Leaf's tiny grille. The car also gets DRLs and fog lamps from the SV trim and up.

 The scooped-up hood completes the floating design of the Leaf. To give it a sporty appeal, Nissan offers an aerodynamic bumper, wide side skirts, and a rear diffuser that makes it a standout among other EVs. What makes it attractive is its sporty rear where you have a gloss black finish on the roof spoiler and the tailgate. The boomerang-styled tail lamps look sharp as well. As standard, it rides on 16-inch steel wheels where the higher trims get 17-inch machined/painted aluminum alloy wheels. With all of that, the Nissan Leaf looks as striking as ever.

If we talk about the base trim, the 2022 Leaf is the lightest electric hatchback in the segment. It is also one of the longest hatchbacks in its class. With its wide stance and low height, it looks more like a performance hatchback than a family car. The Hyundai Kona and the Chevy Bolt are small in terms of length but are equally capable and stylish. The Bolt's comparatively smaller length and wheelbase restrict its cargo capacity while offering tons of interior space. Standout Exterior features include:

• Black and chrome exterior accents
• EV blue design elements
• Projector LED headlamps
• Side skirts and a rear diffuser
• Blacked out roof spoiler and tailgate
• 17-inch machined/painted alloy wheels

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The second-generation 2022 Nissan Leaf was redesigned with a more stabilized and rigid structure, based on the Nissan EV platform. The Leaf's chassis is made from a combination of high-strength steel and aluminum. With more durable components for the structure and the floor, Nissan has reduced the yaw movements to provide better stability and balance. For 2022 MY, the Leaf scored 5-stars overall and 4-stars in the rollover test from NHTSA, whereas the IIHS has not rated the 2022 model yet. The IIHS gave the 2021 Leaf a rating of 'Good' in most tests. On the safety features front, the Leaf is one of the most well-equipped cars today, and generously offers a decent array of driver assistance systems as standard. Some of these features are:

• Forward collision warning
• Blindspot intervention
• Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
• Collision mitigation front and rear
• Aerial view camera
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Driver monitoring alert

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2022 Nissan Leaf vs 2022 Hyundai Kona EV

The 2022 Hyundai Kona EV is a better car than the Nissan Leaf. It is a complete modern-day EV with a stylish design, a capable powertrain, and a good enough range. In terms of technology and safety, the Kona is pretty well packed. The Leaf on the other hand offers a roomy cabin, has a composed ride quality, and has a ton of driver assistance features. In terms of pricing, the Leaf is more affordable, but the Kona EV is more modern, and advanced.

2022 Nissan Leaf vs 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV

The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV stole the thunder of other EVs in the segment when it debuted. With its refresh for 2022, the Bolt offers a longer range, better driving dynamics, more refined and spacious interior, and has modern tech features as well. The Leaf on the other hand is more affordable, has its standard suite of safety features is still worth a mention. All in all, the Bolt is the better car of the two thanks to its more all-rounded package.

2022 Nissan Leaf vs 2022 Kia Niro EV

The 2022 Kia Niro is a direct rival to the Nissan Leaf. The Niro has better acceleration, compelling driving dynamics, a more refined ride quality, better range and economy, and has more creature comforts as well. The Nissan Leaf has poor acceleration, fewer creature comforts, is more affordable, comes with more safety features, and has a roomy cabin. All in all, the Leaf's more affordable price tag and its practical approach fares better than the Niro's $39,990 price tag does.

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The Nissan Leaf has grown a lot since its debut. It is one of the most successful cars in the history of electric vehicles. Nissan has already sold more than 500,000 units worldwide. As the competition got tough, that's when Nissan introduced the new and improved second generation. Now it can compete with its rivals fairly with its increased mile range and standard features. But the rivals are also more powerful and capable now. With the lowest ever prices, the 2022 Nissan Leaf still seems like a fair deal.

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