Auto loans: 2018 Nissan Leaf
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 18.6 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 18.6 kWh/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2018 Nissan Leaf for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2018 Nissan Leaf specs
| Engine | Electric motor |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 1-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Combined | 18.6 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range | 243 km |
| CO₂ | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $2.79 |
2018 Nissan Leaf: every figure
| MPG city (US) | 125 MPGe |
|---|---|
| MPG highway (US) | 100 MPGe |
| MPG combined (US) | 112 MPGe |
| Charge at 240 V | 8 hours |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 680 L (24 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at 15 cents a kWh) | $558 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2018 Nissan Leaf
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 67 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (19), service brakes (19) and forward collision avoidance (17). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V071000 | 2024-02-02 | 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." |
| 23V494000 | 2023-07-17 | 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. |
| 23V048000 | 2023-02-02 | 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... |
| 19V654000 | 2019-09-12 | back over prevention: sensing system: camera | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2018 Nissan Leaf for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 Nissan Leaf for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page sets out the 2018 Nissan Leaf for buyers, in plain words.
A buyer's checks
NHTSA has 67 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, service brakes and forward collision avoidance. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
Reading the spec sheet
The electric motor with front-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. Being electric, it is quiet and quick from a stop, and it charges at home, at work or at public chargers. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Energy use is rated at 18.6 kWh/100 km, about 56 kWh for 300 km. Rated range: 243 km. Winter and highway speeds bring it down. That works out to about $2.79 per 100 km at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
What the Leaf is like
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. With 680 litres of luggage space by the EPA's measure, it takes bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits city driving and anyone with charging at home or work.
Rent it for a week first
Rent first, buy later: a week with the Leaf answers the big questions. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
What it costs to run
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Picking a year and a trim
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Ready when you are
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2018 Nissan Leaf from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Nissan Leaf
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Nissan Leaf for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Nissan Leaf
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 Nissan Leaf?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2018 Nissan Leaf before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2018 Nissan Leaf have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Nissan Leaf cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $558.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.