2022 Nissan Leaf
The 2022 Nissan Leaf is a midsize car, rated at 111 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 111· 149 mi
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $29,000
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Leaf |
| Model year | 2022 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Electricity |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 123 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 99 |
| Combined MPG | 111 |
| Combined MPGe | 30.4264 |
| Electric range | 149 mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $700 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Leaf (40 kW-hr battery pack) | 111 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Leaf (62 kW-hr battery pack) | 108 MPG combined |
| Leaf SV/SL (62 kW-hr battery pack) | 104 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 123 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 99 MPG |
| Combined | 111 MPG |
| Combined | 30.4264 MPGe |
| Electric range | 149 mi |
Efficiency vs class average
About 201% more efficient than the Leaf's class average.
- Amount financed
- $26,100
- Total interest
- $4,541
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (4)
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL23V048000 · 2023-02-02
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The Owner's Manual instructions for defroster operation are incorrect, and may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Remedy: Nissan will mail an addendum with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL23V494000 · 2023-07-17
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The vehicle may accelerate unintentionally if the driving mode is changed ("D" to "B"; e-Pedal "On"; or "ECO" mode) after disengaging the cruise control.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (VCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23A6.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA24V071000 · 2024-02-02
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2022 LEAF vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23D7.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY25V655000 · 2025-10-01
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LEAF vehicles equipped with a Level 3 quick charging port. The lithium-ion battery may overheat during Level 3 charging.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use Level 3 quick charging until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the battery software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 16, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's Customer Service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R25C8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 4, 2025.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2022 Nissan Leaf?
The 2022 Nissan Leaf is EPA-rated at 111 MPG combined (123 city / 99 highway).
Is the 2022 Nissan Leaf reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Nissan Leaf. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2022 Nissan Leaf?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2022 Nissan Leaf costs roughly $2,259 per year to charge, or about $11,297 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2022 Nissan Leaf?
The 2022 Nissan Leaf is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC