In brief
Gathered on .
- A new base trim. The 2027 LEAF S joins the already known S+, SV+ and Platinum+. Nissan Canada announces it as “the least expensive new electric vehicle in Canada” as of September 10, 2026, before any incentive or discount.
- $37,966, announced selling price. Freight and PDI included, according to Nissan Canada. Taxes and registration are extra.
- 53 kWh, 341 km, 174 horsepower. A smaller battery than the other trims (75 kWh, 417 to 488 km depending on the trim), but the same platform, the same thermal management and the same two charging ports.
- Not stripped down. Two 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated front seats, a heat pump, a battery heater, ProPILOT Assist and Nissan Safety Shield 360 are standard.
- Arriving this fall at Nissan dealerships, including the five of Groupe Beaucage.
Four trims, announced prices and timeline
The amounts below are the selling prices announced by Nissan Canada on September 10, 2026: they include freight and PDI fees; taxes and registration are extra. The price displayed at the dealership when the vehicle arrives will prevail, and it could move between now and then.
| Trim | Battery and estimated range | Announced selling price |
|---|---|---|
| S | 53 kWh · 341 km · 174 hp | $37,966 |
| S+ | 75 kWh · 488 km · 214 hp | $48,139 |
| SV+ | 75 kWh · 463 km · 214 hp | $51,139 |
| Platinum+ | 75 kWh · 417 km · 214 hp | $55,966 |
The gap between the S and the S+ is a little over $10,000. For that money, you gain 22 kWh of battery, 147 km of estimated range, 40 horsepower and an 11 kW onboard charger. For someone who drives mostly in town and charges at home every night, the S covers the essentials; for regular long trips, the S+ is justified. All trims arrive at dealerships this fall, according to Nissan Canada. The 2027 LEAF page at Nissan de Sherbrooke will follow the trims and prices as they are confirmed.
What the S trim includes
A base trim at this price always raises the same question: what do you lose? According to Nissan Canada’s release, the S keeps most of what makes the new LEAF what it is:
- 53 kWh battery with thermal management, 174 horsepower motor, estimated range of 341 km;
- NACS port with Plug & Charge function, J1772 port and a V2L outlet to power a device from the battery;
- heat pump, battery heater and heated front seats;
- two 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto;
- Nissan Safety Shield 360, ProPILOT Assist and secondary-collision mitigation braking.
What the higher trims add, still according to Nissan Canada: the S+ moves to the 75 kWh battery, the 214 horsepower motor and the 11 kW onboard charger; the SV+ adds the wireless phone charger, TailorFit trim, heated rear seats, the power-adjustable driver’s seat and Google built in; the Platinum+ tops it all off with a panoramic roof with variable opacity, a Bose Personal Plus audio system, a head-up display, a power liftgate and 19-inch wheels.
Charging: two ports, Plug & Charge and V2L outlet
All trims of the 2027 LEAF have two charging ports: a J1772 port on the driver’s side for charging at home and at public Level 2 stations, and a NACS port on the passenger side for fast charging, the one used by the Tesla network and by stations adopting this plug. The Plug & Charge function lets you plug in and leave without going through an app or a card, on compatible stations.
The S has a 7.2 kW onboard charger; the S+, SV+ and Platinum+ move to 11 kW, which shortens Level 2 charging by about 35%, or two to three hours less for a full charge, according to Nissan. On a fast charger, the charging time from 10% to 80% is 35 minutes, according to the data published by Nissan Canada. The release does not state the maximum fast-charging power: it will be confirmed when the full Canadian spec sheet is published. The V2L outlet, offered on all trims, lets you plug a device into the vehicle’s battery, such as a cooler or a tool, while camping or during an outage.
Ready for a Quebec winter?
Two pieces of equipment matter more than anything for an electric vehicle at -20 °C: a heat pump, which heats the cabin while using much less than resistive heaters, and a battery heater, which keeps the battery at a temperature where it accepts fast charging. Both are standard on the S, along with the heated front seats. That is what separates a well-thought-out base trim from a base trim you regret in January. To understand what a winter really does to an electric vehicle’s range, we measured the question in our article on winter range of the network’s electric vehicles.
The S’s 341 km is a manufacturer estimate, measured in ideal conditions. In winter, with the heating and winter tires, expect noticeably less; this is true of all electric vehicles, and it is exactly why the standard heat pump changes the game on a base trim.
The federal EVAP program
Nissan Canada writes that the LEAF S is eligible for the Government of Canada’s Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP), and that this assistance “brings its MSRP below the $30,000 mark.” The exact amount of the assistance, its conditions and how it combines with other programs depend on the rules in effect at the time of delivery: your dealership advisor will confirm what applies to your case and the chosen trim. The price in this article, $37,966, is the price before any assistance.
To place the LEAF in its time: it was the first mass-market electric car sold in Canada, in 2011, and the generation launched for 2026 turned it into a crossover. Our five things to know about the 2026 LEAFFR describe this new generation; the 2027 S is its entry point. And if you are still hesitating between gas and electric, our comparisonFR lays out the numbers.
The 2027 LEAF in ten photos
All the photos come from Nissan and show the U.S. model; the exact wheels, upholstery and equipment of each Canadian trim will be confirmed at the dealership.
How to reserve it in the network
Groupe Beaucage has five Nissan dealerships: Sherbrooke, Granby, Saint-Hyacinthe, Drummondville and Victoriaville. The 2027 LEAFs are expected this fall. To be among the first served, the simplest way is to leave your contact details at the dealership of your choice: it will call you when the trim you are interested in has a confirmed arrival date and price. Getting your current vehicle appraised right now also gives you an idea of your budget before it arrives.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the $37,966 price include freight and PDI?
Yes. It is the selling price announced by Nissan Canada on September 10, 2026, freight and PDI included. Taxes and registration are extra, and the price displayed at the dealership when the vehicle arrives prevails.
Is the LEAF S really the least expensive new electric vehicle in Canada?
That is Nissan Canada’s claim, as of September 10, 2026, before manufacturer incentives, dealer discounts and government assistance. Another manufacturer can of course respond before the vehicle arrives.
What is the difference between the S and the S+?
The battery (53 kWh versus 75 kWh), the estimated range (341 km versus 488 km), the power (174 versus 214 horsepower) and the S+’s 11 kW onboard charger. The basic comfort and safety equipment is the same.
Can it be charged at a Tesla station?
The 2027 LEAF has a NACS port as standard, the plug used by the Tesla network, with the Plug & Charge function. Access depends on the stations open to other brands in your area.
When does it arrive at dealerships?
This fall, according to Nissan Canada. The dealership will call you when the trim you are interested in has an arrival date.
Where can I see the price of a specific trim?
On the model page of the dealership website, where each trim will carry its current price, freight and PDI included, as soon as orders open. The link in this article leads there.
