Nissan Leaf Charging Calculator

Curious how long it takes to charge your Nissan Leaf or how much energy it consumes during a charge session? This Nissan Leaf Charging Calculator helps you estimate charging time and energy needed based on your Leaf’s battery version, current and target charge level, and the charging speed of your home or public charger. Perfect for planning overnight charges, managing range, or comparing charger options — specifically designed for Leaf owners.

Select Leaf Battery Version:

Current Charge Level (%):

Target Charge Level (%):

Charging Power (kW):

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How to Use This Nissan Leaf Charging Calculator?

1. Select Your Nissan Leaf Battery

Choose the correct battery size that matches your Nissan Leaf model:

24 kWh: 2011–2016 models
30 kWh: Late 2016–2017
40 kWh: 2018–2022 standard Leaf
62 kWh: 2019+ Leaf Plus models

If you’re unsure, check your owner’s manual or look up your model year online.

2. Enter Your Current Charge Level

Input your current battery level in percent. For example, if your Leaf shows 20%, enter 20. This helps the calculator estimate how much energy is already in the battery.

3. Set Your Target Charge Level

Choose the charge level you want to reach. Most users charge up to 80–90% regularly, especially to preserve battery life in older models.

4. Input Charging Power

Enter the power output (in kW) of your charging setup. Typical values include:

3.3 kW: early Leaf onboard charger
6.6 kW: standard on newer Leafs
50 kW+: for DC fast charging (optional — you can try it for rough estimation)

5. Click “Calculate”

The calculator will show:

How many kilowatt-hours are needed
How long charging will take based on power input

Adjust values freely to simulate different charger types or usage patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I know which battery my Leaf has?

Battery size depends on your model year:

24 kWh: 2011–2016
30 kWh: 2016–2017
40 kWh: 2018–2022
62 kWh: Leaf Plus (SV/SL/SE trims, 2019–2024)
You can also check the label inside the driver’s door, battery info screen, or VIN lookup tools.

How long does it take to charge a Nissan Leaf?

With a Level 2 charger (6.6 kW), charging from 20% to 80% typically takes:

24 kWh battery: ~2 hours
40 kWh battery: ~3.5–4 hours
62 kWh battery: ~6 hours
Actual times vary based on conditions, temperature, battery age, and charger efficiency.

Can I use this calculator for DC fast charging?

Yes, but it’s less accurate. Fast charging rates are variable and taper off as you approach 80%. You can enter a rough power value (e.g., 45–50 kW) to simulate part of a fast charge, but results are simplified.

Does this account for charging efficiency or losses?

Not in this basic version. Charging losses typically add 5–15% to total energy used. To estimate more realistically, you can add 10% manually to the calculated kWh or use a slightly lower power value for slower charging.

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