🔧 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:
- 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
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