Estimated value by year
New
$29,000
MSRP
1 yr
$19,720
-32%
2 yrs
$17,690
-39%
3 yrs
$15,950
-45%
5 yrs
$12,180
-58%
10 yrs
$6,380
-78%
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Full Depreciation Table — Nissan Leaf
Based on base MSRP of $29,000. Actual values vary by trim, mileage, condition, and region.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | 🤝 Trade-In | 🧑 Private Sale | 🏢 Dealer Retail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (New) | 0 yrs | -0% | $25,230 | $29,000 | $32,480 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | -32% | $17,156 | $19,720 | $22,086 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | -39% | $15,390 | $17,690 | $19,813 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | -45% | $13,876 | $15,950 | $17,864 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | -51% | $12,363 | $14,210 | $15,915 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | -58% | $10,597 | $12,180 | $13,642 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | -62% | $9,587 | $11,020 | $12,342 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | -66% | $8,578 | $9,860 | $11,043 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | -70% | $7,569 | $8,700 | $9,744 |
| 2017 | 9 yrs | -74% | $6,560 | $7,540 | $8,445 |
| 2016 | 10 yrs | -78% | $5,551 | $6,380 | $7,146 |
Cost per year
$3,364
avg annual loss
Sweet spot buy
2–3 yrs old
$15,950 saves $13,050
Value at 10 yrs
$6,380
78% of value gone
Key Specs — Nissan Leaf
Category
Electric
Base MSRP
$29,000
5-Year Depreciation
58%
vs Category Avg
0% better than average
Expected Lifespan
300,000+ miles (battery dependent)
Best Used Buy Age
2–3 years old
Should you buy a used Nissan Leaf?
The sweet spot for buying a used Leaf is 2 to 3 years old. At that age you can save approximately $13,050 off the new price while still getting a relatively modern vehicle. This model depreciates heavily, which makes the used market excellent value. A 3-year-old example can be significantly cheaper than new.
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