The 2025 Nissan Leaf remains one of the most familiar and practical electric hatchbacks on the UK market, offering solid efficiency, low running costs and a proven track record for reliability. It’s a pragmatic choice for fleets looking to electrify without moving into larger or more expensive EV crossovers
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In 30 seconds…
The 2025 Nissan Leaf remains a solid and sensible choice for fleets that want an electric hatchback with straightforward usability and low total cost of ownership. It’s not the longest-range EV available, but its efficiency, predictable running costs and Nissan’s extensive dealer network make it easy to live with in everyday use.
Inside, the Leaf offers a practical and comfortable cabin with user-friendly tech and good visibility. Rear seats are roomy for the class, and the boot delivers respectable luggage space, making it suitable for a wide range of business tasks from city runs to longer commutes.
On the road, the Leaf drives smoothly and quietly, with instant EV torque that’s reassuring in urban traffic. It’s comfortable and composed rather than sporty, but that’s exactly what many fleet drivers want from a dependable, hassle-free EV.
“If you’re looking for an affordable, practical electric hatch, the Nissan Leaf remains a smart and familiar choice” – FleetWise
Threshold Busters
Models under the UK £50,000 tax thresholds.
Leaf Acenta – from £27,995
Leaf N-Connecta – from £29,995
Leaf e+ N-Connecta – from £31,995
Leaf e+ Tekna – from £33,995
Roll of Honour
• One of the earliest mainstream EVs and still a common fleet choice
• Known for dependable ownership and low running costs
• Consistently good value in the compact EV segment
Spec list
• Fully electric powertrain
• Single-speed automatic
• From £27,995
• From £289pm
• 5-door hatchback
• 5 seats
• Range up to 239 miles (WLTP)
• Boot space 435mm litres
• Warranty 3 yrs/60000 miles (Battery 8 yrs/100,000 miles)
• Company-car tax rates (BIK) – Electric: 2%
Sample leasing deal
Lease Co: leasing.com
Car: Nissan Leaf N-Connecta Auto
Initial rental £3450
Term 24 months
Mileage per annum 8000
Monthly fee £329
Additional fees £199
(All prices excluding VAT)
In depth…
Brand Nissan
Model Leaf N-Connecta
Power source Fully electric
Transmission Single-speed automatic
Battery capacity 40kWh / 62kWh (e+)
Tax
CO2 0gkm
BIK 2%
P11D £29,995
Performance
Max speed 98mph
0-62mph 7.9 seconds (e+)
Max power 214bhp (e+)
Range 239miles (WLTP, larger battery)
Size
5-door hatchback 5 seats
Length 4490mm
Width 1785mm
Height 1540mm
Kerbweight 1500kg
Also consider
Renault Zoe
Volkswagen ID.3
MG4 EV
Hyundai Kona Electric
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