Nissan Leaf Tyre Size Guide Australia | Wheel Specs, Torque & EV Tyres Adelaide

🔧 Nissan Leaf Factory Specifications Overview

Generation Breakdown

  • ZE0 (2010–2012)
  • AZE0 Facelift (2013–2017)
  • ZE1 (2018–Present, incl. e+ models)

🛞 Tyre Sizes & Wheel Specifications

🔹 ZE0 (2010–2012)

Common Factory Setup:

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  • Tyre Size: 195/65R19 - 205/55R16 - 215/50R17
  • Wheel Size: 15x6.5J - 16x6.5J - 17x6.5J
  • Offset: +40 to +45
  • PCD: 5x114.3
  • Centre Bore: 66.1 mm

🔹 AZE0 (2013–2017 Facelift)

Standard Models:

  • Tyre Size: 195/65R19 - 205/55R16 - 215/50R17
  • Wheel Size: 15x6.5J - 16x6.5J - 17x6.5J
  • Offset: +40 to +45
  • PCD: 5x114.3
  • Centre Bore: 66.1 mm

🔹 ZE1 (2018–Present, incl. Leaf e+)**

Base Models:

  • Tyre Size: 205/55R16
  • Wheel: 16x6.5J
  • Offset: +40

Higher Spec / e+:

  • Tyre Size: 215/50R17
  • Wheel: 17x6.5J
  • Offset: +45

Some Overseas Variants (less common AU):

  • Tyre Size: 215/45R18
  • Wheel: 18x7J
  • PCD: 5x114.3
  • Centre Bore: 66.1 mm

⚙️ Wheel Torque Specifications

  • Wheel Nut Torque: 108 Nm (80 ft-lb)
  • Stud Pattern: M12 x 1.25

✅ Always torque using a calibrated torque wrench
✅ Recheck after 50–100 km


⚡ EV Tyre Considerations (VERY IMPORTANT for Leaf)

The Nissan Leaf requires tyres that are:

🔋 Low Rolling Resistance

  • Improves battery range
  • Reduces energy consumption

🔇 Low Noise (EV Cabin is Silent)

  • No engine noise = tyre noise becomes obvious

⚖️ Load Rated for EV Weight

  • EVs are heavier due to battery packs

✅ Recommended Tyre Options (Available at AUTOSPORT TYREWORLD)

Comfort / EV Focus:

  • Continental UltraContact UC7
  • Michelin Primacy 5
  • Yokohama AE51

Performance Upgrade:

  • Continental MaxContact MC7
  • Michelin Pilot Sport 5

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📍 Why Choose AUTOSPORT TYREWORLD for Your Nissan Leaf?

We specialise in EV-ready tyres in Adelaide, including:

  • Proper load-rated tyre selection
  • Road noise optimisation
  • Precision wheel alignment for EV efficiency

📍 Our Locations

AUTOSPORT TYREWORLD Magill
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Need tyres or wheel alignment for your Nissan Leaf in Adelaide?

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