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2023 Nissan LEAF: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
For 2023, the Nissan LEAF gets a light styling refresh and a simplified U.S. lineup with just S and SV PLUS trims. It is not a redesign; the batteries, motor outputs, charging hardware, and basic cabin layout carry over.
About the 2023 Nissan LEAF
2nd generation, light styling-update year before the all-new 2026 redesign.
Nissan positions the LEAF as an approachable everyday EV rather than a flashy technology showpiece. The emphasis is on instant electric response, simple charging, hatchback cargo flexibility, and helpful commute-focused tech like one-pedal driving and available highway-assist features. For most buyers, the LEAF’s role is city and suburban driving, errands, and daily commuting, with the choice of a shorter-range base version or a longer-range, better-equipped SV PLUS.
The S is the straightforward commuter version, with a 40-kWh battery, a 149-mile EPA-rated range, one-pedal driving, and an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SV PLUS is built for longer everyday drives, pairing a 60-kWh battery and 212-mile range with adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assistance, a 360-degree camera, navigation, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.
What changed, by category
Styling
Nissan revised the grille, front bumper, and headlight details and added an illuminated front badge. The SV PLUS also received a new 17-inch five-spoke wheel design, while the cabin gained an updated steering-wheel badge and new startup graphics.
Trim lineup
The U.S. lineup shrank from five trims to two. The S became the only standard-range version, and the SV PLUS became the only longer-range version; the S PLUS, SV, and SL PLUS were dropped.
2023 Nissan LEAF specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | AC Electric Motor | AC Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 214 hp |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft | 250 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 23.6 cu-ft | 23.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.5 in | 33.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 149 | 212 |
| MPGe Combined | 111 | 109 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Driver Attention Assist Monitor | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Heated Mirrors | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2023 Nissan LEAF redesigned?
No. The 2023 Nissan LEAF received a light styling update rather than a full redesign. Its revised nose and badges sit on the same second-generation design, with the basic cabin and electric hardware carried over.
Which trims does the 2023 Nissan LEAF have?
The 2023 Nissan LEAF lineup consists of the S and SV PLUS. The S is the standard-range version, while the SV PLUS has the larger battery, stronger motor, and longer range; the former S PLUS, SV, and SL PLUS trims were dropped.
Did the 2023 Nissan LEAF get a new battery or more range?
No. The 2023 Nissan LEAF keeps its existing battery and motor combinations. The S has a 40-kWh battery and a 149-mile EPA-rated range, while the SV PLUS has a 60-kWh battery and a 212-mile range.
Did charging change for the 2023 Nissan LEAF?
No. The 2023 Nissan LEAF did not receive new charging hardware. The S retains a 50-kW CHAdeMO fast-charging port, and the SV PLUS retains a 100-kW CHAdeMO fast-charging port.
Is the 2023 Nissan LEAF meaningfully different from the 2022 model?
Only slightly. The 2023 Nissan LEAF has fresher front-end styling, updated badges and graphics, and a much simpler two-trim lineup, but its batteries, motors, charging setup, and basic interior design are unchanged.
2023 Nissan LEAF Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Nissan LEAF.
4.1
2023 Nissan LEAF
(327 reviews)
“Wanted a late-model low-mileage EV hoping to trade extended range for a price under $20,000. The Leaf is perfect for that. It's the perfect second car for running errands and just about anything minus long road trips. But it was a big surprise just how much fun it is to drive. Amazing smoothness and pickup.”
“The base model is no frills, but wonderful. Does what it is supposed to do and has great acceleration compared to non-EV, fuel efficient cars. When you need to accelerate, the car picks up and goes. Good efficiency with Eco Mode on and reasonable driving. Base model is limited to 50kW charging, so 100kW and 350kW fast chargers don't provide any extra value.”