How Long Does It Take to Charge a Nissan LEAF?

If you’re a Carrollton driver wondering about the Nissan LEAF charge time, then you’ve come to the right place. Like most EVs, the LEAF can charge at all the standard home and public stations you come across in Villa Rica. But how long does it take to charge a Nissan LEAF? This number will vary depending on the voltage of the charger so take a look below to learn more. If you have additional questions, feel free to review our service and parts tips or reach out to a member of our service center team for assistance.

Nissan LEAF Charge Time: 120-Volt Standard Outlet

Level 1 charging is the slowest charging option you have, and the Level 1 charger that your Nissan LEAF comes with will require a dedicated 15 amp circuit to function correctly. However, its 3-prong plug is conveniently compatible with most home outlets, and you can also try using the trickle charging function. This function doesn’t require a dedicated circuit, but will only charge your LEAF at the lowest amperage. 

If you use Level 1 charging, you can expect your Nissan LEAF to gain 2-5 miles of driving range per hour charged. This means that it will take from 28 hours to over 2 days to fully charge a 40 kW battery.

Nissan LEAF Charge Time: 240-Volt Public or Home Charging

How long does it take to charge a Nissan LEAF using a 240-volt outlet with a Portable Charging Cable? If you’re interested in this charger, you have two options. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, there are over 50,000 Level 2 public chargers available across the United States for use while you’re out and about. Alternatively, you can purchase a home charger and get installation assistance for quicker charging times at home. Check out the flat-to-full Nissan LEAF charge time below:

• With a 40 kWh battery: Flat to fully charged in 7.5 hours
• With a 60 kWh battery: Flat to fully charged in 11 hours

Nissan LEAF Charge Time: Public DC Quick Charging

Need to charge your LEAF in a hurry? DC Quick Charging is your best option. With over ten thousand convenient charging stations across the U.S. and more being added daily, you can easily find one nearby in Douglasville. How long does it take to go from flat to 80 percent charged?

• With a 40 kWh battery: 40 minutes (50 kW Quick Charge)
• With a 60 kWh battery: 45 minutes (100 kW Quick Charge); 60 minutes (50 kW Quick Charge)

What is the Nissan LEAF Range?

Now that you know how long it takes to charge a Nissan LEAF, you might want to know the range as well. Again, the exact figures will depend on your battery:

• With a fully charged 40 kWh battery: Up to a 150-mile EPA range
• With a fully charged 60 kWh battery: Up to a 215-mile EPA range

And if you’re curious about power output, the standard 40 kWh battery offers around 147 hp and the upgraded 60 kWh battery generates 214 hp. 

Learn More About EV Charging at Scott Evans Nissan

We have all the information you need to know about the Nissan LEAF charge time and more. If you want to get behind the wheel of this eco-friendly model, visit our Carrollton showroom or contact our team to schedule a test drive. When you’re ready to upgrade, value your trade and calculate your monthly payments with our online calculators. We’re ready to help you make this new car dream a reality.