What EV Charger Do You Need for a 2019 Nissan Leaf?
Plugging your Leaf into a Level 2 setup delivers a full charge in 10.6 hours. That speed translates to 21 miles of range added per hour. You will wake up to a full battery every single morning without visiting a public station. This car handles a peak AC rate of 6.6 kW.
The numbers
| Maximum AC charging rate | 6.6 kW (28 A) |
|---|---|
| Charger size to buy | 32 A |
| Circuit breaker required | 40 A |
| Outlet / connection | NEMA 14-50 outlet on a 40 A breaker, or hardwired |
| Charge port | J1772 |
| Full charge on Level 2 | about 10.6 hours |
| Range added per hour (Level 2) | about 21 miles |
| Full charge on a 120 V outlet | about 49 hours |
| Range added per hour (120 V) | about 4.6 miles |
| EPA rated range | 226 miles |
| Energy for a full charge | about 70.1 kWh at the wall |
Why 32 amps and not more
Your car accepts up to 28 amps of AC power. Buying a 32 amp or 40 amp supply handles the onboard maximum without waste. The car limits the draw anyway. Pushing more amperage from the wall changes nothing because the onboard charger acts as a bottleneck. Amperage governs the circuit size, and 32 amps meets the factory requirement.
What the install involves
You need a 40 amp breaker to feed this equipment. The circuit requires a NEMA 14-50 outlet or a direct hardwired connection. Hire a licensed electrician to verify your panel capacity and run the heavy copper wire. Do not attempt DIY high-voltage wiring unless you hold a trade license. Local permits apply.
Chargers that match this car
Rugged metal enclosure, built for outdoor use.
Portable cordset. Works on 120 V or a 240 V outlet.
Plugs into an existing 14-50 outlet, no hardwiring.
Worth having as well
Common questions
- Can I use a standard wall outlet?
- Yes, standard Level 1 charging works on a household plug, but it takes 49 hours to finish a full cycle. You get 4.6 miles of range per hour that way.
- What connector does this car use?
- This vehicle uses a J1772 connector for all standard Level 2 home equipment. Every non-Tesla EV sold in North America through 2024 uses this standard plug.
- What is the EPA charge time?
- The EPA rates a full Level 2 charge at 11.0 hours. That test includes efficiency losses inherent to the conversion process from AC to DC power.
- How much range does a full battery give me?
- A full pack holds 70.1 kWh of energy and provides 226 miles of total driving range. The car consumes 31.0 kWh per 100 miles.
Other vehicles
Charging times derived from EPA data for the 2019 Nissan Leaf (covering 2 EPA trim listings). Electrical requirements follow NEC 625.41, which sizes a circuit at 125% of a continuous load. Always have a licensed electrician verify your panel.