Comparison
Nissan Leaf vs Tesla Model 3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model 3 303 mi vs 363 mi
Best value Nissan Leaf $29,990 vs $42,490
Faster charging Tesla Model 3 40 min vs 36 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model 3 1.5 vs 8.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model 3
363 mi vs 303 mi
Value winner
Nissan Leaf
$99/mi vs $117/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model 3
36 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model 3
246 Wh/mi vs 278 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model 3
82 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Nissan Leaf | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | SV | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $29,990 | $42,490 |
| Range | 303 mi | 363 mi |
| Efficiency | 278 Wh/mi • 3.6 mi/kWh | 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 75 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| DC max | 100 kW | 208 kW |
| AC max | 7 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 36 min |
| Roadtrip score | 61.8 | 79.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 71 mi | 97 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 99 $/mi | 117 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 15 cu ft | 21 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,150 lb | 2,205 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model 3 if you want the longer rated range (363 mi vs 303 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model 3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 36 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Nissan Leaf looks better ($99/mi vs $117/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model 3 has the stronger weighted profile (8.5 vs 1.5).
Nissan Leaf1.5 Tesla Model 38.5 100 kW40 min 208 kW36 min
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