Nissan NOTE vs Nissan LEAF

Both are hatchback vehicles on New Zealand roads. Based on NZTA fleet data.

Nissan NOTE 27,277 in NZ Wins 2 of 2

Nissan LEAF 24,918 in NZ

Registered in NZ

27,277 ✓

24,918

Fuel Economy

4.3 L/100km

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Power

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96.5 kW

Weight

1,392.8 kg ✓

1,778.7 kg

Fuel Type

Petrol

Electric

Body Type

Hatchback

Seats

Year Range

2004–2025

2007–2025

Imported New

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Nissan NOTE vs Nissan LEAF: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Nissan NOTE has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

AUCKLAND 10,791 7,838

CHRISTCHURCH CITY 2,656 4,565

WELLINGTON CITY 1,215 1,526

HAMILTON CITY 1,353 632

DUNEDIN CITY 463 1,185

LOWER HUTT CITY 798 798

TAURANGA CITY 940 486

WHANGAREI DISTRICT 433 474

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Nissan NOTE or Nissan LEAF?

The Nissan NOTE is more common with 27,277 registered in New Zealand compared to 24,918 for the Nissan LEAF. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Are Nissan NOTE and Nissan LEAF the same body type?

Both are classified as Hatchback vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Nissan NOTE is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Nissan LEAF runs on electric.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

0% of Nissan NOTE models were imported new to NZ, while 99% came as used imports. For the Nissan LEAF, 6% were new and 94% were used imports.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026. This covers 3,678,722 registered passenger vehicles in New Zealand.

Data sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026.

Nissan NOTE vs Nissan LEAF

NZ Registrations Over Time

Regional Popularity

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