It’s a smart idea to make the switch to electric, but not everybody can afford to spend oodles of cash on the latest Tesla or Mercedes-Benz EQS. That’s where the Nissan Leaf comes in. Since 2011, this plucky sedan has been breaking boundaries by being an affordable option for those looking to ditch the gas pump for good.

But Eco-friendly EV batteries don't last forever. This year, the 2014 Nissan Leaf owners' eight-year/100,000-mile warranty expires, and these batteries may begin to die. To make matters worse, the cost of a new 2014 Nissan Leaf battery can outweigh the cost of an entirely new car.

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How much does it cost to replace a 2014 Nissan Leaf battery?

A replacement battery pack for a 2014 Nissan Leaf is around $5,500 for the part itself and a mechanic’s labor.

The 2014 Nissan Leaf houses a 24kWh lithium-ion battery that yields about an 84-mile range that costs around $4,500. Labor costs for replacing the battery are estimated to hover around the $1,000 mark, bringing the total to $5,500. Keep in mind, though, that labor estimates can vary widely depending on your location.

You may be thinking: wait, if it’s that expensive, shouldn’t it be under warranty? And you’d be right to think so: the 2014 Nissan Leaf battery has an eight-year or 100,000-mile warranty, whichever comes first. So, if you’re still driving your Nissan Leaf in 2022, you’re at the tail end of your warranty…which isn’t great news if your battery is on the fritz.

In fact, Kelley Blue Book estimates that the current day value of a 2014 Nissan Leaf ranges between $6,000 and $8,000, so the cost of replacing the battery might outweigh the value of the car itself.

Can you put a new battery in an old Nissan leaf?

That said, you’ve still got options. After all, who said an older dog can’t learn new tricks? Some auto shops, like EV Rides in Portland, specialize in installing upgraded (aka, newer) battery packs into older Nissan Leafs for better range and battery life.

However, this will cost you a tidy chunk of change. Although the newer model years of the Nissan Leaf are priced more competitively, at $137/kWh for a 2020 40 kWh pack vs. $187/kWh for the 2011 battery, they’re much more expensive.

In fact, replacing your 2014 Nissan Leaf's battery with the 40kWh battery (which is what your Nissan mechanic would replace your battery with if your vehicle were still under warranty) costs $6,500 to $7,500. For the price of that, you could buy a whole new Nissan Leaf.

And that’s just for the part alone. Labor costs for upgraded battery replacements are significantly more complex than replacing a gasoline vehicle’s 12-volt battery. Truth be told, replacing an EV battery in an all-electric vehicle is more like replacing an entire engine. If you want to put a new battery in your 2014 Leaf, it likely won’t be a perfect fit, requiring the mechanic to make some adjustments or modifications—which will be reflected in their total bill.

Nissan Leaf battery capacity and range

Want to see how the 2014 model stacks up against its fellow Leafs? The table below compares battery capacity and

driving range

for different Nissan Leaf models.

Model years	Battery capacity	Driving range
2011 – 2013	24 kWh	73 to 75 miles
2014 – 2017	24 kWh	84 miles
2016	30 kWh	107 miles
2018+	40 kWh	151 miles
Leaf Plus (2019+)	62 kWh	226 miles

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How long does a 2014 Nissan Leaf battery last?

You can expect your 2011 Nissan Leaf battery to last you around 10 to 15 years, or 100,000 to 150,000 miles. Although this may seem like a long time, the small 24kWh battery in the earlier generations of the Nissan Leaf burns out much quicker than the larger 30kWh to 62kWh batteries found in the later model years.

When we say “burns out,” we mean that somewhat literally. Early Leaf models did not have great temperature control functions, which led to battery overheating and faster degradation. Although all lithium-ion batteries wear down with time, prolonged exposure to heat certainly speeds up the process.

Thankfully, though, there are a couple of ways to help prolong the life of your 2014 Nissan Leaf battery—whether it’s the original one or a replacement:

Avoid high temperatures. As we said earlier, heat can be a killer for your electric battery. If you live somewhere warmer, try keeping your Nissan Leaf in a climate-controlled garage and aim to park in the shade.

Skip the fast charger. Those ultra-fast DC chargers—as convenient as they are for getting your Nissan Leaf to 80% in just 30 minutes—can actually wear out your battery. If possible, use only a Level 2 or Level 1 household adapter.

Don’t shoot for 100%. Instead, go for about 80%. Keeping your battery at 100% for long periods of time can also wear it down faster.

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