Nissan Leaf pricing: EOFY deal makes for sub-$40K drive-away EV

May 2024: Leaf blows in at $39,990 drive-away

For a limited time, that is.

The 2024 Nissan Leaf comes with just one change over last year's MY23 styling and tech update: a much, much sharper price – now starting from $39,990 drive-away.

It's only for a limited time, however, running until May 31 as something of an EOFY (end of financial year) deal.

That entry price will put you into the standard Leaf 39kWh model, offering 270 kilometres of range, while those not looking for any anxiety on their next road trip can step up to a $49,990 drive-away spend for the Leaf E+ 59kWh model and its 385km claimed range.

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Will this deal help the Leaf through the Autumn of life?

Is it enough?

The Leaf's temporary pricing deal is a sharp one, given it's currently only the Chinese brands that have been able to go so low – thanks mainly, the EU says, to massive industry-wide subsidies from the Chinese government.

While buyers have been able to get into a BYD Dolphin, MG 4 or GWM Ora from just under $40K for sometime, the Leaf is now the first 'legacy brand' EV to dip below that magical barrier.

It remains to be seen if Nissan will make any permanent cuts to the Leaf's pricing after that point.

Given the compelling alternatives that now exist from $38K to $55K and beyhond, a $40K starting point could certainly help Nissan move more of its once pioneering EV – still the only fully electric car it sells in Australia, with the Ariya still months away at best.

Nissan Leaf sales in 2024

The Leaf hasn't quite disappeared from the sales charts, with 89 cars sold in Australia year-to-date, but that number is almost half the 159 moved over the same period in 2023 – and well down on the 408 sold in 2019 when this second-generation Leaf first arrived.

By comparison, 2024 has so far seen MG, BYD and GWM sell 1811 MG4s, 869 Dolphins and 362 Oras.

Continue reading below for a breakdown on the Leaf's features.

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April 2023: Facelifted Nissan Leaf launches from $50,990

The 2023 Nissan Leaf electric hatch will arrive in August this year, with the updated model going on sale for $1000 more than the current version.

Powertrains for the 2023 Nissan Leaf carry across from the outgoing model with the 110kW/320Nm base model boasting a driving range of 270 kilometres from its 40kWh lithium-ion battery, coming in at $50,990 before on-road costs.

The same price increase has been applied to the MY23 Leaf e+, now set to go on sale from $61,490 with its 160kW/340Nm electric motor and 62kWh battery pack delivering a driving range of 385km.

Read on below for a breakdown of what's new on the 2023 Nissan Leaf before it launches later this year.

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February 23: Nissan Leaf launched for Europe, coming to Australia second half of year

The 2022 Nissan Leaf electric vehicle has been revealed for Europe, featuring the brand’s new logo and identity.

Due to land on the continent in April, Nissan says it is preparing for a strong product offensive with a fully electrified line-up offering after the (European) summer.

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The updated Leaf will get a host of advanced driving and safety features such as ProPILOT, and infotainment tech such as an improved on-board NissanConnect system.

The ProPILOT technology enables the EV to automatically stop, start and maintain a safe distance to the vehicle in front, while the e-Pedal provides the option to accelerate, decelerate and stop with only one pedal on the move.

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Additionally, Nissan has upgraded the infotainment features within the NissanConnect system, which features Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration.

Remote operation of equipment such as climate control is also available through the NissanConnect app, and owners can now link their Leaf to their Amazon Alexa smart home device.

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“The Nissan Leaf has always been about making advanced technology and the thrill of electric driving accessible to everyone, with over 577,000 customers worldwide. [The] Leaf has been designed around families’ needs to offer seamless connectivity and an efficient powertrain,” said Arnaud Charpentier, Vice President for Product Strategy and Pricing in the AMIEO region which covers Europe, Russia, Africa, the Middle East, India and Oceania.

For MY23, the Leaf receives a refreshed exterior design, including intricate detailing and new 16- and 17-inch alloy wheel options for a more sporty and premium feel, and the model features Nissan’s new brand logo on the wheels, front grille and rear.

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Buyers also get a refreshed line-up of exterior colours. Two new hues found on the Qashqai and Ariya join the existing range of six monotone and five two-tone options – universal blue and magnetic blue.

“As the popularity of electric vehicles continues to grow, Nissan is pursuing an exhilarating chapter in its electric mobility story. [The] Leaf has played a key role in shaping Nissan’s vision for empowering mobility and beyond, as we leverage our EV expertise to launch 23 new electrified models – including 15 full EVs – by fiscal year 2030,” said Charpentier.

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The Leaf is offered with two battery options, that deliver up to 385 kilometres (WLTP) of driving range in the Leaf e+.