Nissan Leaf SV Plus in New York
Home charging at 23.92¢/kWh (EIA). 31 kWh per 100 miles (EPA combined). Public DC fast: 49¢/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 New York fuel price ($3.30/gal).
| Annual mileage | Nissan Leaf SV Plus (home) | 28-mpg gas | 40-mpg hybrid | EV savings vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,000 mi | $445 | $707 | $495 | $262 |
| 10,000 mi | $742 | $1179 | $825 | $437 |
| 12,000 mi | $890 | $1414 | $990 | $524 |
| 15,000 mi | $1112 | $1768 | $1238 | $656 |
| 20,000 mi | $1483 | $2357 | $1650 | $874 |
Home vs public DC fast charging
Home charging is the default cost optimization. Public DC fast charging in New York runs about 2.0× the home rate. For 12,000 miles/yr entirely on DC fast, annual fuel cost would be $1823 vs $890 at home — a $933 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 New York
- Drive Clean Rebate$2,000rebateNew BEV/PHEV, MSRP < $42,000
Same vehicle in neighboring states
How Nissan Leaf SV Plus cost compares in New York's contiguous neighbors. Relevant for cross-border driving and relocation decisions.
| State | Electricity | Gas | EV / 100mi | Saves vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (current) | 23.92¢ | $3.30 | $7.42 | $4.37 |
| Pennsylvania | 18.20¢ | $3.40 | $5.64 | $6.50 |
| New Jersey | 19.13¢ | $3.15 | $5.93 | $5.32 |
| Vermont | 21.78¢ | $3.30 | $6.75 | $5.03 |
| Massachusetts | 28.85¢ | $3.30 | $8.94 | $2.84 |
| Connecticut | 31.16¢ | $3.25 | $9.66 | $1.95 |
Vehicle specs
- EPA combined efficiency: 31 kWh/100 miles
- EPA range: 212 miles
- Make / model: Nissan Leaf
Other EVs in New York
Common questions
- How much does it cost to charge a Nissan Leaf SV Plus at home in New York?
- About $7.42 per 100 miles at the New York residential electricity rate of 23.92¢/kWh (EIA). For comparison, a 28-mpg gas car at local gas prices costs $11.79 per 100 miles. Annual savings at 12,000 miles: ~$524.
- Home charging vs public DC fast charging — what's the difference in New York?
- Public DC fast charging in New York averages ~49¢/kWh — that's 2.0× home rates. A 100-mile session costs roughly $15.19 at public chargers vs $7.42 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 New York?
- Yes. Total state incentives can reach $2,000 on top of the federal $7,500 Section 30D tax credit. Eligibility depends on vehicle MSRP and household income — check the official program page for current limits.
- Does winter weather affect charging cost in New York?
- 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. Winter range drop is most pronounced for northern states.
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