2012 Nissan Leaf MPG & Specs — Real-World vs EPA, All Trims
This is an electric model — no gasoline.
Is the 2012 Nissan Leaf good on gas?
At up to 99 MPG combined, the 2012 Nissan Leaf is better than average for a Midsize Cars — that class averages about 23.0 MPG across 5,710 EPA-tested versions, so it's a good pick on fuel for its size.
Real-world MPG vs the EPA number
The EPA figures above come from a standardized dynamometer test, not the open road — real-world MPG typically runs a bit lower depending on your driving, climate and terrain. That's true of every car on this site, old or new.
EPA updated its fuel-economy equations again for model year 2017 — mostly affecting hybrids and turbocharged engines — and recalculated 2011-2016 ratings to match, in some cases 1-2 MPG lower. The number above already reflects that update.
For its most efficient trim, the EPA estimates about $750 a year in fuel (15,000 miles) — roughly $62 a month.
2012 Nissan Leaf trims & fuel economy
| Trim (engine / transmission) | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr (today's price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| electric, A1 automatic, FWD | ELECTRIC | 99 | $750 |
2012 Nissan Leaf specs
What the EPA test-car listings record for this model year — every combination sold is a row in the trims table above.
| Engine options | Electric |
| Transmission | A1 automatic |
| Drive type | FWD |
| EPA body class | Midsize Cars |
| Fuel | Electric |
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1 trim(s) · EPA FuelEconomy.gov data retrieved 2026-07-24 · fuel prices AAA national average as of 2026-07-05.