Nissan Leaf vs petrol car: savings

Yearly running-cost savings and break-even point for the Nissan Leaf compared with a petrol car.

Usable battery75 kWh

WLTP range604 km

Efficiency12.4 kWh/100 km

Max charging11 / 150 kW

Nissan Leaf: hatchback body style illustration — Nissan Leaf 2026 75 kWh · body style illustration (not the exact model)

Nissan Leaf vs petrol savings

Yearly energy cost by country (15,000 km)

Country	Nissan Leaf	Petrol car	Saved
United Kingdom	£539	£1,703	£1,165
Germany	€792	€2,289	€1,498
France	€524	€2,164	€1,640
Canada	C$350	C$1,462	C$1,113
Australia	A$741	A$1,502	A$761
United Arab Emirates	AED 606	AED 2,272	AED 1,666
India	₹14,199	₹98,407	₹84,208
Saudi Arabia	SAR 399	SAR 2,272	SAR 1,873
Netherlands	€523	€2,388	€1,864
Spain	€546	€1,880	€1,334
Italy	€607	€2,087	€1,481
Japan	¥72,428	¥150,832	¥78,404
Norway	€393	€2,048	€1,654
Sweden	€555	€1,540	€985
China	CN¥1,072	CN¥8,005	CN¥6,933
South Africa	R6,486	R19,198	R12,712
Mexico	MX$3,765	MX$24,940	MX$21,176
Turkey	₺5,933	₺51,860	₺45,927

Frequently asked questions

How much can I save with a Nissan Leaf?

Charging at home, about €1,318 a year in energy for 15,000 km at average prices, compared with a 6.5 L/100 km petrol car. Lower maintenance adds to that.

When does a Nissan Leaf pay for itself?

It depends on the price difference with the car you’d otherwise buy. Enter both prices under “Customize” in the calculator to see your break-even year.