Car financing: 2012 Nissan Leaf
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 21.1 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 0 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
- 21.1 kWh/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 2012 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.
2012 Nissan Leaf specs
| Engine | Electric motor |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 1-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Combined | 21.1 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range | 117 km |
| CO₂ | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $3.17 |
2012 Nissan Leaf: every figure
| MPG city (US) | 106 MPGe |
|---|---|
| MPG highway (US) | 92 MPGe |
| MPG combined (US) | 99 MPGe |
| Charge at 240 V | 7 hours |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 651 L (23 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$750 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at 15 cents a kWh) | $634 |
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 2012 Nissan Leaf
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- Owners filed 57 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (22), electrical system (15) and air bags (11). Have those parts checked before you buy.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 2012 Nissan Leaf
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2012 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. Thinking about the 2012 Nissan Leaf? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
Before you sign for the Leaf
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA has 57 owner complaints on file, mostly about service brakes, electrical system and air bags. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
Engine and fuel
Under the hood: the electric motor and front-wheel drive. It is fully electric: no gas at all, and you return it with the charge it had at pickup. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Energy use is rated at 21.1 kWh/100 km, about 63 kWh for 300 km. A full charge is rated for 117 km; plan for less in the cold. Driving 300 km costs roughly $9.51 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$750 a year for 15,000 miles.
When the Leaf makes sense
It suits city driving and anyone with charging at home or work. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
The Leaf in everyday use
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. Its 651 litres of luggage space fit bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
A longer test drive
Rent the Leaf for a week and see how it fits your life. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A week with the Leaf answers more than any brochure.
Choosing the right one
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
The cost of driving it
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. The EPA estimates US$750 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $3.17 in electricity.
Ready to ask?
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
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 2012 Nissan Leaf from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Nissan Leaf
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Nissan Leaf for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Nissan Leaf
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Nissan Leaf have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 2012 Nissan Leaf cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$750 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $634.00.
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.