Tesla Cybertruck also has high maintenance costs. In contrast, the 2021 Nissan Leaf had an MSRP starting at $32,620 for the LEAF S Hatchback 4D. However, five years later, that figure has significantly decreased. By 2026, a 2021 Nissan Leaf is estimated to be worth about $10,000. This represents a considerable depreciation for this compact EV.
A typical Leaf offers approximately 150 miles of range per charge, with a charging duration of about 45 minutes. It includes essential safety features like automatic braking and collision alerts. While it may not be the fastest EV, nor the one with the longest range, or the most upscale, its low starting price is indeed appealing. For those considering selling their 2021 Nissan Leaf or purchasing a used one, the significant depreciation can certainly be a point of concern.
The most substantial depreciation occurred in recent years for the Leaf. In 2023, it still held a resale value of $21,463, indicating it wasn’t a drastic change from its initial price. However, in 2024, that value fell to $12,070 quite abruptly. As of the time of this writing, the 2021 Nissan Leaf shows a used resale price of $9,700 according to Kelly Blue Book.