Nissan LEAF ZE1 Series & e+ — Import to Australia
Import a Nissan LEAF ZE1 or e+ from Japan. Estimated from around $12,900 AUD landed and complied for the 40kWh ZE1.
Nissan LEAF ZE1 Series & e+
The second-generation Nissan LEAF ZE1 is a fully electric five-door hatchback. Japanese models include the familiar 40kWh LEAF and the more powerful, longer-range e+ with its higher-capacity battery. Nissan’s e-Pedal and available ProPILOT technology make the ZE1 a distinctive electric commuter; which version is right for you depends on range needs, battery health, condition and equipment.
Production history
- September 2017: Selected standard ZE1 Model Report manufacture windows begin.
- January 2019: LEAF e+ Model Report manufacture window begins.
- April 2019: End of selected standard ZE1 report windows (MRE-000177 family).
- October 2020: End of selected LEAF e+ report windows.
ZE1 – Nissan LEAF & e+
Approved for Import to Australia
Standard ZE1: SEV-000756, with MRE-000177 (also MRE-000077 / MRE-000101): September 2017–April 2019 in those selected reports. LEAF e+: SEV-000691 with MRE-000147 (also MRE-000117 / MRE-000099): January 2019–October 2020; the government entry describes a 60kWh-battery e+. Nissan Japan’s manufacturer specification for the e+ pack is 62kWh nominal capacity. Additional report MRE-000330 cites both SEV entries and spans September 2017–October 2020, but each variant and build date must be confirmed against its specific approved vehicle scope. A standard ZE1 built after April 2019 is not treated as covered solely from that combined MRE summary.
Laboratory range numbers are not expected real-world travel distances. Battery health, ambient temperature, road speed, tyres and HVAC use all affect usable range.
The Japanese CHAdeMO fast-charge system and Australian charging compatibility must be confirmed for the individual vehicle and intended charging locations.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| LEAF ZE1 standard | 40kWh lithium-ion; EM57 FWD; 110kW / 320Nm |
| LEAF e+ | 62kWh nominal manufacturer capacity (government approval says 60kWh); EM57 FWD; 160kW / 340Nm |
| e-Pedal | Driver-selectable accelerator-linked deceleration/recovery system — a defining LEAF driving feature, not autonomous driving |
| Japan advertised range (lab) | 40kWh: 400km JC08 at launch / later WLTC citations; e+: up to 458km WLTC under the cited Japanese test cycle |
| Drive / seats | Front-wheel drive; five seats |
Estimated Landed & Complied Pricing
Prices are estimates in AUD using an indicative exchange rate of ¥105 per $1 AUD. Final costs depend on the vehicle, exchange rate, shipping and compliance requirements. Registration and on-road costs are additional. Gateway auction results do not include battery state-of-health readings. Battery condition varies between individual cars at these starting prices.
Estimated from around
$12,900 AUD
landed and complied
- S / X / G family
- Battery condition checked separately
Estimated from around
$16,900 AUD
landed and complied
- e+ X / e+ G family
- Longer-range powertrain
Factory Grades & Equipment
The 40kWh LEAF and longer-range e+ models have different battery capacities and performance. S, X and G grades offer different levels of comfort and technology, with additional styling packages available on selected models.
| Grade | Best for | Key differences |
|---|---|---|
| S (40kWh) | Entry 40kWh | 40kWh electric powertrain and e-Pedal, with a simpler equipment specification than X and G. |
| X (40kWh) | Mid-range 40kWh | Mid-range 40kWh specification, with additional convenience and technology equipment depending on production year. |
| G (40kWh) | Higher 40kWh equipment | Higher-grade 40kWh specification with additional comfort and technology features. Driver-assistance equipment varies by build year. |
| e+ X (62kWh) | Long-range mid trim | Longer-range e+ electric powertrain and larger battery, offered in X-grade specification. |
| e+ G (62kWh) | Long-range high trim | Higher-grade e+ specification combining the larger battery with additional comfort and technology equipment. |
| AUTECH / e+ AUTECH | Special edition styling/trim | Distinctive AUTECH exterior and interior styling treatments offered on selected LEAF and e+ models. |
| NISMO | Performance-styled ZE1 | NISMO-developed styling and driving-character changes for selected ZE1 versions. |
Australian Market Pricing & Potential Savings
Potentially save $5,000+ importing from Japan. Japanese-market LEAF models provide access to a range of battery sizes, grades and equipment specifications. Battery condition is an important part of vehicle selection, and actual savings vary with battery health, kilometres, specification and market prices.
Sources: ROVER / SEVS · Japan import calculator · Import FAQs
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