Nissan Leaf SV+ vs Toyota Prius LE (hybrid): 5-year cost to own in Alabama

Q: Is the Nissan Leaf SV+ or the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) cheaper to own over 5 years in Alabama?

The Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) stays the cheaper car to own — about $33,983 vs $45,626 for the Nissan Leaf SV+, a $11,643 difference over 5 years.

Q: How much more does the Nissan Leaf SV+ cost to buy than the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid)?

The Nissan Leaf SV+ starts at $28,140 — $210 less than the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) ($28,350). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $11,643 in favor of the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid).

Q: Which costs less per mile — the Nissan Leaf SV+ or the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid)?

The Toyota Prius LE (hybrid): $0.57 vs $0.76 per mile all-in ($566 vs $760 per month) in Alabama.

By the EVCostIQ research desk · reviewed against our public methodology · every source dated on this page

As of July 1, 2026, over 5 years in Alabama, the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) stays the cheaper car to own — about $33,983 vs $45,626 for the Nissan Leaf SV+, a $11,643 difference over 5 years. Alabama's electricity (17.4¢/kWh, 8% below the U.S. average) and $3.46/gal gas are fed straight into both totals. The expired federal $7,500 EV credit is not applied to either total.

Cheaper to own over 5 years · AlabamaToyota Prius LE (hybrid) · $33,983 total · $11,643 less than the Nissan Leaf SV+

Nissan Leaf SV+ vs Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) — where the money goes

5-year total cost of ownership by component, by vehicle (USD). Estimates; sources dated in the methodology.
Cost component	Electric · Nissan Leaf SV+	Hybrid · Toyota Prius LE
Depreciation (estimated)	$17,728 (39%)	$9,639 (28%)
Charging / fuel	$4,629 (10%)	$3,641 (11%)
↳ of which charging loss	12% (~$555)	—
Maintenance	$3,660 (8%)	$4,320 (13%)
Insurance	$13,750 (30%)	$11,500 (34%)
Financing interest	$4,728 (10%)	$4,768 (14%)
Registration & fees	$1,130 (2%)	$115 (0%)
Total cost of ownership	$45,626	$33,983

The charging-loss row is the ~10–15% of electricity lost to AC charging that you pay for but never reaches the battery — we include it; most calculators don't.

When does the Nissan Leaf SV+ win?

Even at 30,000+ mi/yr or a 15-year hold, the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Nissan Leaf SV+ is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

Nissan Leaf SV+ vs Toyota Prius LE (hybrid), side by side

Electric

Nissan Leaf SV+

5-yr total cost: $45,626
Cost / month: $760
Cost / mile: $0.76
MSRP: $28,140
Powertrain: Electric
Efficiency: 30 kWh/100mi

Hybrid Lower 5-yr cost

Toyota Prius LE (hybrid)

5-yr total cost: $33,983
Cost / month: $566
Cost / mile: $0.57
MSRP: $28,350
Powertrain: Hybrid
Efficiency: 57 mpg

Alabama electricity: 17.4¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (Alabama): $3.46/gal AAA

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FAQ

Is the Nissan Leaf SV+ or the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) cheaper to own over 5 years in Alabama?

The Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) stays the cheaper car to own — about $33,983 vs $45,626 for the Nissan Leaf SV+, a $11,643 difference over 5 years.

When does the Nissan Leaf SV+ become cheaper than the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid)?

How much more does the Nissan Leaf SV+ cost to buy than the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid)?

The Nissan Leaf SV+ starts at $28,140 — $210 less than the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid) ($28,350). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $11,643 in favor of the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid).

Which costs less per mile — the Nissan Leaf SV+ or the Toyota Prius LE (hybrid)?

The Toyota Prius LE (hybrid): $0.57 vs $0.76 per mile all-in ($566 vs $760 per month) in Alabama.