The Nissan Leaf, introduced in 2010, holds historical significance as the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle, setting the stage for the modern EV era.
Powered exclusively by electric motors, the Leaf's performance has evolved significantly over its two generations.
Early models delivered 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque, while the latest 2025 version produces 214 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque, all through a single-speed automatic transmission.
Its range has also improved dramatically, increasing from 73 miles in 2011 to 226 miles in recent models, thanks to larger battery packs and efficiency upgrades.
Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.
Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.
Second Generation: 2017-2025
The second-generation Nissan Leaf (2017-present) features an electric motor producing 147 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque in its standard configuration, with an upgraded Leaf e+ variant offering 214 hp and 250 lb-ft.
Battery options include a 40 kWh pack (151-mile EPA range) and a 62 kWh pack (226-mile EPA range), with charging capabilities up to 100 kW via CHAdeMO.
A distinctive feature is its one-pedal driving system, utilizing regenerative braking to bring the vehicle to a complete stop without using the brake pedal.
2025 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2025 Nissan LEAF features an electric powertrain with a consistent output of 147 horsepower across its configurations.
Torque varies from 236 lb-ft in the base model to 250 lb-ft in the higher configuration, both utilizing a front-wheel-drive layout and a single-speed automatic transmission.
2025 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
S Hatchback Electric |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2024 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2024 Nissan LEAF features an electric powertrain with a consistent output of 147 horsepower across its configurations.
Torque varies from 236 lb-ft in the base model to 250 lb-ft in higher configurations, both utilizing a front-wheel-drive layout and a single-speed automatic transmission.
2024 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
S Hatchback Electric |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2023 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2023 Nissan LEAF features a horsepower range from 147 hp to 214 hp, depending on the electric motor configuration.
Torque output varies from 236 lb-ft to 250 lb-ft, also based on the electric motor used.
It is equipped with a single-speed automatic transmission and a front-wheel-drive drivetrain configuration.
2023 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Leaf SV PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
Leaf S Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2022 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2022 Nissan LEAF features a horsepower range from 147 hp with the base model to 214 hp with the upgraded model, both utilizing a single-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive configuration.
Torque output varies from 236 lb-ft in the base model to 250 lb-ft in the upgraded model, both powered by an electric motor.
2022 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Leaf SV PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
Leaf SV Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
Leaf SL PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
Leaf S PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
Leaf S Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2021 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2021 Nissan LEAF features an electric powertrain with a horsepower range of 147 hp to 214 hp, depending on the battery configuration.
Torque output varies from 236 lb-ft to 250 lb-ft, also based on the battery configuration.
It utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission and a front-wheel-drive drivetrain layout.
2021 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Leaf SV Plus Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
Leaf SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
Leaf SL Plus Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
Leaf S Plus Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
Leaf S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2020 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2020 Nissan LEAF features a horsepower range from 147 hp to 214 hp, with the increase attributed to the larger battery configuration.
Torque output varies from 236 lb-ft to 250 lb-ft, also dependent on the battery size.
It is equipped with a single-speed automatic transmission and a front-wheel-drive drivetrain configuration.
2020 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
SV e + Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
SL e + Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
S e + Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
SV PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
2020 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
SL PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
S PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
S Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2019 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2019 Nissan LEAF features a horsepower range from 147 hp to 214 hp, with the increase attributed to the larger battery configuration in the higher output variant.
Torque output varies from 236 lb-ft to 250 lb-ft, also influenced by the battery size.
Both configurations utilize a single-speed automatic transmission and a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.
2019 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
SV e + Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
SL Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
SL e + Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
S e + Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
2019 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
SV Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
SL PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
SL Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
S PLUS Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
214 hp |
250 ft-lbs @ 800 rpm |
S Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2018 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2018 Nissan LEAF is powered by a single electric motor producing 147 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission.
2018 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
SL Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
147 hp @ 3,282 rpm |
236 ft-lbs |
2017 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2017 Nissan LEAF is equipped with a single electric motor producing 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission.
2017 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
SL Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
First Generation: 2010-2016
The first-generation Nissan Leaf (2010-2016) featured a single electric motor producing 107 hp and up to 207 lb-ft of torque, paired with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout and a single-speed automatic transmission.
Its 24 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, developed with NEC, provided a range of approximately 100 miles (160 km) and supported fast charging, restoring 80% capacity in 30 minutes.
This generation introduced a simplified, efficient battery design with flat, laminated cells, optimizing cooling and packaging.
2016 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2016 Nissan LEAF is powered by a single electric motor producing 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission.
2016 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
SL Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
2015 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2015 Nissan LEAF is powered by a single electric motor producing 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission.
2015 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
SL Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
2014 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2014 Nissan LEAF is powered by a single electric motor producing 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission.
2014 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
SL Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
2013 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2013 Nissan LEAF is powered by a single electric motor producing 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission.
2013 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
SL Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
S Hatchback |
Electric | 1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
187 ft-lbs |
2012 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2012 Nissan LEAF is powered by a single electric motor producing 107 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission.
2012 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
SL Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
2011 Nissan LEAF Horsepower
The 2011 Nissan LEAF is powered by a single electric motor producing 107 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a single-speed automatic transmission.
2011 Nissan LEAF Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SV Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
SL Hatchback |
1 Spd Auto | FWD |
107 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
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