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Nissan Leaf vs Tesla Model X

Comparing the 2026 Nissan Leaf (from $29,990) with the 2025 Tesla Model X (from $99,990). The Leaf offers 303 miles of range while the Model X offers 335 miles.

Quick Take

Nissan Leaf wins on price, while Tesla Model X is quickest off the line.

Nissan Leaf

2026SUV

Nissan Leaf

Best Value

  • Starts at $29,990
  • About $99 per mile of range
  • Up to 303 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Tesla Model X

2025SUV

Tesla Model X

Quickest 0-60

  • 0-60 mph as quick as 2.5s
  • Up to 1020 hp
  • 163 mph top speed
Price
$29,990 - $38,990
$99,990 - $114,990
Range
259-303 miles
335-352 miles
Horsepower
214 hp
670-1020 hp
0-60 mph
6.8 sec
2.5-3.8 sec
Battery Size
75 kWh
100 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
98 mph
155-163 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
5000 lbs
DC Fast Charging
35 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
10 hrs (0-100%)
Length
173.4"
199.1"
Width
71.3"
78.7"
Height
61.3"
66.1"
Cargo Capacity
55.5 cu ft
88 cu ft

Nissan Leaf vs Tesla Model X: Which Should You Buy?

The Nissan Leaf starts at $29,990, undercutting the Tesla Model X ($99,990) by about $70,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model X covers up to 352 miles, 49 more than the Nissan Leaf's maximum of 303. At a DC fast charger, the Tesla Model X goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 35 for the Nissan Leaf.

The Tesla Model X seats 7 to the Nissan Leaf's 5. The Tesla Model X offers 88 cu ft of cargo space vs 55.5 for the Nissan Leaf. The Nissan Leaf is also 26 inches shorter than the Tesla Model X, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Nissan Leaf if you want the most for your money, or the Tesla Model X if you want the quickest acceleration.

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