Comparison
Nissan Leaf vs Tesla Model Y
Static side-by-side comparison using range, charging, value, efficiency, performance, and utility metrics.
Nissan Leaf: 1.2 Tesla Model Y: 3
Spec matrix
Specs comparison
| Spec | Nissan Leaf | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | SV | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | — | $59,900 |
| Range | 303 mi (EPA) | 320 mi (EPA) |
| Efficiency | 278 Wh/mi • 3.6 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | — | 79 kWh |
| Seats | — | 5 |
| Drivetrain | Unknown | RWD |
| Body type | Unknown | SUV |
| DC max | — | 331 kW |
| AC max | — | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | — | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 67.3 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | — | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | — | 187 $/mi |
| 0–60 mph | — | — |
| Top speed | — | — |
| Cargo | — | — |
| Tow rating | — | — |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model Y if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 303 mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (3 vs 1.2).
Nissan Leaf
1.2
Tesla Model Y
3
Best for X
Best for range
Tesla Model Y
320
Best for charging speed
Tesla Model Y
33
Best for value
Tesla Model Y
187.2
Best for performance
—
Insufficient data
Best for utility
Tesla Model Y
50 utility index
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