Nissan LEAF – Review, Specs, Pricing, Features, Videos and More
Pros | Affordable, spacious, comfortable EV |
Cons | Rare charging type, low range, feeling old now |
Bottom Line | The Nissan Leaf deserves credit for introducing the world to affordable EVs. The market has moved on, however. |
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2023 Nissan Leaf Plus Review: Turn Over a New One
Not so long ago, the Nissan Leaf was cutting edge.
The first-generation model was one of the very first mass-produced electric cars on our shores. Sure, it had a short range, but it hit a sweet spot in the market as a relatively affordable, relatively spacious option between the… Mitsubishi i-MiEV and the Tesla Model S.
Yep, times change. Here on the cusp of 2024, the EV landscape is much more populated, not just in other segments but in the one the Leaf calls home. Unfortunately for Nissan’s little hatchback, the Leaf has begun to feel very old, struggling to justify its spot in small but competitive segment: the affordable EV.
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Detailed Specs
| Price | $28,040 - $36,040 |
| Motor | Single Motor |
| Power | 147–214 hp |
| Torque | 236–250 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic |
| Efficiency (city/hwy) | 121–123 MPGe / 98–99 MPGe |
| Cargo Capacity | 23.6 cu ft |
Our Final Verdict
Nissan Leaf
Overall | 3.5 |
| Performance | 6.0 |
| Features | 7.0 |
| Comfort | 8.0 |
| Quality and Styling | 7.0 |
| Value | 7.0 |
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