Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf was one of the first mainstream electric vehicles and remains a reliable, budget-friendly choice for Irish drivers. With a strong track record and practical design, it's ideal for local commutes and first-time EV owners.

Note: Nissan launched an all-new, redesigned Leaf in Ireland in early 2026 — it's now a crossover shape and switches from CHAdeMO to CCS charging.

EV type: Fully electric (Battery Electric Vehicle – BEV)

Charger connector: Type 2 (AC charging), CCS Combo (DC fast charging)

Charging capacity:

• AC charging up to 11 kW (standard on the larger battery, optional on the smaller one)
• DC fast charging up to 105 kW (52 kWh battery) or up to 150 kW (75 kWh battery)

Range: 52 kWh battery up to around 440 km WLTP; 75 kWh battery up to 622 km WLTP

Car price: From €34,995 (Engage, 52 kWh), rising to €41,295 for the top Evolve trim; larger 75 kWh battery available across the range

SEAI grant eligibility: Eligible

SEAI grant savings: Up to €3,500 for qualifying new purchases, plus VRT relief of roughly €2,000–€2,600 depending on final price