Third-party only
The most basic level of insurance available, third-party only will provide cover for damage to any other vehicle, people or property.
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The Nissan Leaf, launched in 2010, is one of the most accessible electric cars available and more than 40,000 have been sold in the UK (according to Nissan).
It’s no surprise therefore that it’s one of the most popular cars drivers search for when looking for insurance on MoneySuperMarket.
Nissan’s 100% electric car and van range offer a lot of choice, but the Leaf is a favourite because the hatchback is affordable, when it comes to electric cars.
It takes the stress out of driving and has some great in-built benefits too using Nissan’s Intelligent Mobility technology. The ProPILOT feature, for example, alerts drivers to the current speed limit, automatically adjusts headlights for oncoming vehicles and keeps your car a safe distance in traffic.
There is also a 360-degree birds-eye view camera that can apply the brakes and assist you into tricky parking spots. It’s an ideal car for anyone interested in an electric vehicle, and you can find out more on the Nissan website.
When you take out car insurance for your Nissan Leaf, you’ll be able to choose from the following three levels of cover:
The most basic level of insurance available, third-party only will provide cover for damage to any other vehicle, people or property.
The next level of cover, you’ll be protected if your car is damaged or destroyed because of a fire with third-party, fire and theft.
The highest level of insurance available, you’re also covered for damage to your vehicle with fully comprehensive.
*Based on policies with one driver holding a full UK driving licence. MoneySuperMarket data collected between April 2021 and April 2022.
Your car insurance premium with a Nissan Leaf will depend on lots of different factors including your profession, where you live and your age along with the type of Nissan Leaf you’ve chosen and your driving history.
All insurers put cars into groups, from 1 to 50, depending on how much they cost to insure. Those in the low-down groups are cheapest on average, with small engines and relatively low accidents while those nearer to 50 are more expensive and more likely to be stolen or in an accident.
You can check your Nissan Leaf insurance group using our car insurance group checker tool.
Policy type | Average annual premiums* |
|---|---|
Third-party only | £844.48 |
Third-party, fire & theft | £670.87 |
Fully comprehensive | £387.69 |
*Based on fully comprehensive policies with one driver holding a full UK driving licence. MoneySuperMarket data collected between April 2021 and April 2022.
There are lots of extra features with electric car insurance policies that you can pay to add on, or which may be included as standard if you have a fully comprehensive policy. These include the following:
Usually, up to 90 days’ of European Union breakdown cover can be added
Motor legal protection covers any legal costs you may be faced with
If you’re Nissan Leaf breaks down, you’ll have cover if you’ve added breakdown protection and often a courtesy car
Any personal belongings in your car are covered up to a limit
Any damage to your windows is included if you choose to add on windscreen cover
If you lose your keys you’re often not covered with a standard policy, key cover includes the cost of replacing them
There are many extra benefits available when you buy Nissan Leaf car insurance. These may be included as standard, or you may have to pay extra for them. The exact benefits available to you will depend on your insurer so always ask it, or check the small print, to find out what you’re covered for.
Recovery to the nearest charge point: If you run out of charge, you’ll be picked up and taken to the nearest charge point or given roadside assistance
Charging cable cover: However, you’ve bought your battery (upfront or with a lease) it’s covered
Battery cover: However you’ve bought your battery (upfront or with a lease) it’s covered
Over-the-air monthly updates (OTA): Any updates made to upgrade your car’s performance are included
Join over 5,000 EV drivers who insured their Nissan Leaf with us. 5,702 people have insured their Nissan with MoneySuperMarket (figures accurate as of May 2022).
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We’ll do the legwork to find the cheapest electric car insurance that offers the cover you need
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Car insurance costs aren’t cheap for electric cars, however, there are ways to reduce your Nissan Leaf premiums.
Paying once every year is often cheaper as if you pay monthly, you’ll also pay interest
Never go with the first insurer you see and always compare costs of policies before you pay
Your premiums will be cheaper if your car is stored in a locked garage or a driveway, instead of on the road
If you have installed alarms and immobilisers it can reduce the risk of theft
Often a named driver, if they’re lower risk, can lower your premiums
Paying a higher excess payment can lower your monthly premium, just make sure it’s affordable if you need to claim.
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