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2015 Nissan Leaf
The 2015 Nissan Leaf gains minor updates, including a new MorningSky Blue color, standard 17-inch wheels on the SV, Hands-Free Text Messaging Assistant and a standard 7.0-inch display on the SV and SL. Used prices start at $5,600 at Kelley Blue Book. NHTSA lists four recalls and 110 complaints. EPA rates it 114 MPGe and 84 miles of range.
Configurations1
Model/option labels1
Combined efficiency114 MPG/MPGe
Electric range84 mi
Decision answers4
What changed on the 2015 Nissan Leaf
Nissan's press kit (opens in a new tab) lists a new MorningSky Blue exterior color with late availability, Hands-Free Text Messaging Assistant and Voice Destination Entry on the SV and SL, and a standard 7.0-inch display on those grades, along with Nissan Intelligent Key with push-button start. MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) adds standard 17-inch wheels on the SV.
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) puts used 2015 Leafs at $5,600 for the SV to $6,450 for the SL at a dealership. EPA rates the 2015 Leaf at 114 MPGe combined, 84 miles of range and $650 a year in electricity, with front-wheel drive.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists four recall campaigns for the 2015 Leaf. 17V253000 covers a manufacturing error in the air bag inflators that may keep the passenger frontal air bag from deploying properly, 16V119000 covers a brake booster relay that may freeze in very cold temperatures and require more effort to slow the vehicle, and 16V244000 covers an occupant classification system that may misclassify an adult passenger. 23V296000 covers incorrect owner's manual defroster instructions.
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA: service brakes with 86, electrical system with 18, unknown or other with 9, and vehicle speed control and air bags with 8 each. CarComplaints (opens in a new tab) tracks the year's problems by category, and Consumer Reports (opens in a new tab) keeps a reliability page.
2015 Leaf against the Fiat 500e and Tesla Model S
EPA rates the 2015 Leaf at 114 MPGe and 84 miles of range. The Fiat 500e lists 116 MPGe and 87 miles, and the Tesla Model S 89 to 101 MPGe and 208 to 270 miles. The Leaf is close to the 500e on both figures and far behind the Model S on range.
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2015 Nissan Leaf: 3 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | AC Electric Motor | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | FWD | 107 | 187 | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| SV | AC Electric Motor | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | FWD | 107 | 187 | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| SL | AC Electric Motor | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | FWD | 107 | 187 | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 3,243 lb | 175 in | 61 in | 106.3 in | 6.3 in | 17.1 ft | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | P205/55R16 |
| SV | 3,276 lb | 175 in | 61 in | 106.3 in | 6.3 in | 17.1 ft | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | P215/50R17 |
| SL | 3,328 lb | 175 in | 61 in | 106.3 in | 6.3 in | 17.1 ft | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | P215/50R17 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2015 Nissan Leaf trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | S | SV | SL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||
| Text-message reader | – | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | – | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | Opt | Opt |
| Real-time traffic information | – | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | – | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||
| Heated front seats | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated rear seats | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||
| Alloy wheels | – | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | – | Opt | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | – | – | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
1 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34918Leaf | Electric motor / not listedEV | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 126 | 101 | 114 | 84 mi |
Model-specific answer center
4 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01Which current models share the 2015 Nissan Leaf's EPA class?
Comparison
Class peers of the 2015 Nissan Leaf in the current EPA data include 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2027 Audi A5, 2026 Audi A6, 2025 Audi A7, 2025 Audi RS 5, 2026 Audi RS 7, and 31 more.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q02How did the 2015 Nissan Leaf do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
Safety record
The 2015 Nissan Leaf earned 4 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 3 stars passenger side) and 4 stars for rollover resistance, a 10.9% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash. Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, read 2026-09-20.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q03What size wheels does the 2015 Nissan Leaf have?
Wheels and tires
The 2015 Nissan Leaf's wheel diameter is 16 inches on the S and 17 inches on the SV and SL. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04How do the 2015 Nissan Leaf trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 3 trims share the AC Electric Motor making 107 hp. The SV has alloy wheels, a text-message reader, built-in internet access and 3 more as standard equipment over the S. The SL has fog lights, an integrated garage-door opener and leather seats as standard equipment over the SV.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2015 Nissan Leaf.
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