Nissan Leaf SV Plus in Florida
Home charging at 14.96¢/kWh (EIA). 31 kWh per 100 miles (EPA combined). Public DC fast: 42¢/kWh avg.
EV vs gas car — annual fuel cost
The Nissan Leaf SV Plus at home rates compared against a typical 28-mpg gas car and a 40-mpg hybrid at the Florida fuel price ($3.20/gal).
| Annual mileage | Nissan Leaf SV Plus (home) | 28-mpg gas | 40-mpg hybrid | EV savings vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,000 mi | $278 | $686 | $480 | $407 |
| 10,000 mi | $464 | $1143 | $800 | $679 |
| 12,000 mi | $557 | $1371 | $960 | $815 |
| 15,000 mi | $696 | $1714 | $1200 | $1019 |
| 20,000 mi | $928 | $2286 | $1600 | $1358 |
Home vs public DC fast charging
Home charging is the default cost optimization. Public DC fast charging in Florida runs about 2.8× the home rate. For 12,000 miles/yr entirely on DC fast, annual fuel cost would be $1562 vs $557 at home — a $1006 penalty. Apartment dwellers and road-trippers should price this in; daily commuters with home Level 2 can usually ignore public chargers.
DC fast rate is a network average (Electrify America + EVgo + Tesla Supercharger + ChargePoint). Real prices vary by location, time of day, and membership tier.
EV incentives in Florida
Florida does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. Federal Section 30D credit of $7,500 still applies for qualifying vehicles (US-assembled with sourced battery components, MSRP cap, household income cap). Check the EV tax credit eligibility list for your vehicle. Some utilities offer charger installation rebates — check with your local utility.
Same vehicle in neighboring states
How Nissan Leaf SV Plus cost compares in Florida's contiguous neighbors. Relevant for cross-border driving and relocation decisions.
| State | Electricity | Gas | EV / 100mi | Saves vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida (current) | 14.96¢ | $3.20 | $4.64 | $6.79 |
| Georgia | 14.30¢ | $3.05 | $4.43 | $6.46 |
| Alabama | 14.97¢ | $2.90 | $4.64 | $5.72 |
Vehicle specs
- EPA combined efficiency: 31 kWh/100 miles
- EPA range: 212 miles
- Make / model: Nissan Leaf
Other EVs in Florida
Common questions
- How much does it cost to charge a Nissan Leaf SV Plus at home in Florida?
- About $4.64 per 100 miles at the Florida residential electricity rate of 14.96¢/kWh (EIA). For comparison, a 28-mpg gas car at local gas prices costs $11.43 per 100 miles. Annual savings at 12,000 miles: ~$815.
- Home charging vs public DC fast charging — what's the difference in Florida?
- Public DC fast charging in Florida averages ~42¢/kWh — that's 2.8× home rates. A 100-mile session costs roughly $13.02 at public chargers vs $4.64 at home. For daily commuting, home charging pays off. Public fast charging is for road trips and apartment dwellers without home charging access.
- Are there EV incentives in Florida?
- Florida does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. The federal Section 30D tax credit ($7,500) still applies for qualifying vehicles, and your utility may run separate charger-installation rebates.
- Does winter weather affect charging cost in Florida?
- Yes — cold weather can reduce EV efficiency by 15-30% (battery + heater draw). The numbers above use EPA combined ratings; budget +20% for sustained sub-freezing temps. Hot-state drivers see less impact, but AC use in extreme heat also reduces range.
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