2018 Nissan LEAF More Range, Content & Technology For Lower MSRP

[NissanTech]

2018 Nissan LEAF offers more range, content and technology for lower MSRP than previous generation design

• New LEAF starting price1 announced at $29,990 – $690 below current 2017 LEAF starting MSRP1
• U.S. on-sale date set for early 2018; available in all 50 states at launch
• 2018 LEAF EV features all-new design and improved driving range2 and advanced Nissan Intelligent Mobility technology such as ProPILOT™ Assist and e-Pedal
• New aerodynamic exterior follows Nissan's signature design language, roomy "cool tech" interior offers advanced telematics systems

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nissan has announced U.S. pricing for the 2018 Nissan LEAF, which goes on sale in early 2018 at LEAF Certified Nissan dealers nationwide.

The new 2018 LEAF features a 150-mile driving range2, all-new attractive exterior design, roomy high tech interior and advanced technologies including ProPILOT™ Assist and e-Pedal. It is the first step in the launch of Nissan's new LEAF and will be followed in model year 2019 with a high-power version with increased motor output and battery capacity.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for the 2018 Nissan LEAF are:

• LEAF S $29,990 USD
• LEAF SV $32,490 USD
• LEAF SL $36,200 USD

Destination and Handling: $885 USD

The 2018 LEAF S starts at just $29,990. When compared to the outgoing 2017 LEAF S, it adds attractive new styling inside and out, a 40 percent increase in driving range, a 37 percent increase in horsepower, e-Pedal, Automatic Emergency Braking – essentially $4,500 of value – with a price that's $690 lower.

The 2018 LEAF SV grade starts at $32,490 and includes the S trim's long list of standard features – then adds Intelligent Cruise Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. All told, the LEAF SV packs in $5,000 of additional value at an MSRP that's more than $1,700 less than the 2017 SV.

At the top of the range, the 2018 LEAF SL starts at $36,200 and comes standard with additional features like Bose® Premium audio system, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Intelligent Around View Monitor and a portable L1/L2 charging cord. Compared to the 2017 SL, that adds up to nearly $6,800 worth of added content in a vehicle priced $590 lower.

"LEAF has just raised the bar for performance, innovation, design and features. Most importantly, we've raised the value significantly by adding feature content while lowering the price," said Christian Meunier, senior vice president, Sales & Marketing and Operations, Nissan North America, Inc. and Chairman, Nissan Canada. "It's more LEAF for less as Nissan continues its pursuit of toward a clean-energy future with this connected, comfortable and convenient second-generation LEAF design."

Starting now, customers can go to nissanusa.com to reserve their 2018 LEAF from their EV certified Nissan dealer. Additionally, later this fall Nissan will be conducting a six city "2018 LEAF Drive and Discover Tour" so customers can experience the new LEAF before it goes on sale. This tour will feature special events and customizable driving opportunities for current LEAF owners, reservation holders, and their friends and family to experience the all-new LEAF in Nissan's top markets across the country.