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Nissan Leaf Cost in Tennessee: EV vs Gas Comparison (2026)

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The Nissan Leaf costs $656/month to own in Tennessee over 5 years. That's $626 more than a comparable Toyota RAV4.Annual charging cost: $531 vs $1,540 for gas.

✓ Updated March 2026✓ Based on state insurance filings

5-Year Cost: Nissan Leaf vs Toyota RAV4

Nissan Leaf (EV)Toyota RAV4 (Gas)
MSRP$28,895$30,645
Depreciation$18,782$12,871
Insurance$10,980$10,700
Fuel/Charging$2,655$7,700
Maintenance$1,910$2,145
5-Year Total$39,351$38,725
Monthly Cost$656/mo$645/mo

Charging Costs in Tennessee

Home Charging (avg 11.799999999999999¢/kWh)

$531/year

$44/month

Gas Equivalent (30 MPG, $3.08/gal)

$1,540/year

You save $1,009/year on fuel

These are estimates based on state averages. Your exact rate depends on your specific profile.

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