Trim Report

Nissan Leaf S2021

Includes:LEAF|S
$1,250
Starting From
185
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 185 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,250
Max $20,991
From $1,250
Fresh

S Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$9,000
$9K–$18K
19 listings51,316 avg miles
Platinum+
From$36,488
317 listings|$36K–$47K
S
From$1,250
185 listings|$1K–$21K
S Plus
From$8,900
11 listings|$9K–$17K
SL
From$1,995
54 listings|$2K–$15K
SL Plus
From$4,750
24 listings|$5K–$20K
SV Plus
From$9,300
127 listings|$9K–$39K
SV+
From$25,499
394 listings|$25K–$42K

2021 Nissan Leaf S Pricing

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Where to Find Nissan Leaf S

Location data for all 2021 Nissan Leaf trims combined

29States

20% of the market sits in Colorado, though listings span 29 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Nissan Leaf Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Nissan Leaf trims

Elevated

With 4 recalls and 48 complaints, the 2021 Nissan Leaf rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
48
Complaints
2
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
23V0480002023-02-02
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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."

Reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V4940002023-17-07
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

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.

Unintentional acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

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24V0710002024-02-02
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

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."

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V6550002025-01-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

A quick charging battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Nissan Leaf's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 48 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System19
02Unknown Or Other5
03Visibility/wiper4
04Power Train,electrical System,fuel/propulsion System2
05Fuel/propulsion System2
48 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Leaf Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Nissan Leaf trims

104–111mpg combined
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114-123city
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94-99hwy
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$700-$750/yr

Fuel economy for the 2021 Nissan Leaf ranges from 104 to 111 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Leaf (40 kW-hr battery pack) - Automatic (A1)
111mpg
Front-Wheel DriveEV
123 city99 hwy~$700/yr10/10 Clean
Leaf (62 kW-hr battery pack) - Automatic (A1)
108mpg
Front-Wheel DriveEV
118 city97 hwy~$700/yr10/10 Clean
Leaf SV/SL (62 kW-hr battery pack) - Automatic (A1)
104mpg
Front-Wheel DriveEV
114 city94 hwy~$750/yr10/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

S Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2021 Nissan Leaf S

How does the S compare to other Nissan Leaf trims?

The S occupies a distinct position in the Nissan Leaf range. See how it stacks up on the 2021 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Nissan Leaf S?

Maintenance costs for the S align with the broader Nissan Leaf ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2021 model year has 4 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is electrical system. Check the 2021 Nissan Leaf page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Nissan Leaf S?

For the S, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Nissan Leaf buyer's guide.

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