Negotiating leverage
71
strong leverage / 100
~46 days of national supply and listings typically ~13% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick price intelligence
2021 Nissan Leaf Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$13,137
Below the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price sits outside the typical market range
$9,288$20,699
- Typical market range
- $13,944–$16,999
- Ridekick fair price
- $13,137
- Original MSRP range
- $31,670–$43,920
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
46
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Nissan Leaf.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$29,136–$30,403
Estimated dealer invoice — about $31,670 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $11,341 | $31,670 | $29,136–$30,403 |
| SL Plus | $14,220 | $43,920 | $40,406–$42,163 |
| SV | $15,998 | $34,960 | $32,163–$33,562 |
| SV Plus | $16,999 | $40,470 | $37,232–$38,851 |
| s-plus | — | $38,270 | $35,208–$36,739 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$8,735$27,631$46,526
Fair priceS
$11,341
S: fair price $11,341, original MSRP $31,670, estimated dealer cost $29,136 to $30,403.
SL Plus
$14,220
SL Plus: fair price $14,220, original MSRP $43,920, estimated dealer cost $40,406 to $42,163.
SV
$15,998
SV: fair price $15,998, original MSRP $34,960, estimated dealer cost $32,163 to $33,562.
SV Plus
$16,999
SV Plus: fair price $16,999, original MSRP $40,470, estimated dealer cost $37,232 to $38,851.
s-plus
—
s-plus: fair price not available, original MSRP $38,270, estimated dealer cost $35,208 to $36,739.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Nissan Leaf runs about $14,415 in MT to $16,065 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,023 | $110+ | $15,237 |
| TX | $882 | $332 | $15,318 |
| FL | $846 | $1,074+ | $16,024 |
| NY | $564 | $371 | $15,039 |
| PA | $846 | $587 | $15,537 |
| IL | $882 | $683 | $15,669 |
| OH | $811 | $444 | $15,359 |
| GA | $987 | $637 | $15,728 |
| NC | $423 | $793 | $15,320 |
| WA | $917 | $215+ | $15,236 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $14,629 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Nissan Leaf.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The Owner's Manual instructions for defroster operation are incorrect, and may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Remedy: Nissan will mail an addendum with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.
Campaign 23V048000 · 02/02/2023
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The vehicle may accelerate unintentionally if the driving mode is changed ("D" to "B"; e-Pedal "On"; or "ECO" mode) after disengaging the cruise control.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (VCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23A6.
Campaign 23V494000 · 17/07/2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2022 LEAF vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23D7.
Campaign 24V071000 · 02/02/2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LEAF vehicles equipped with a Level 3 quick charging port. The lithium-ion battery may overheat during Level 3 charging.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use Level 3 quick charging until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the battery software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 16, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's Customer Service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R25C8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 4, 2025.
Campaign 25V655000 · 01/10/2025
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Nissan Leaf?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $13,137, within a typical market range of $13,944 to $16,999.
Is the 2021 Nissan Leaf cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $31,670, so a fair used price is roughly $18,533 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Nissan Leaf?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $14,415 in MT to $16,065 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Nissan Leaf?
There are about 46 days of national market supply for the 2021 Nissan Leaf — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Nissan Leaf.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Nissan Leaf?
Negotiating leverage rates 71/100 (strong). ~46 days of national supply and listings typically ~13% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Nissan Leaf?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $29,136–$30,403 — its $31,670 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.