Nissan LEAF Plus A Practical and Efficient Electric Hatchback

Prices from 28,495[*]

[1] Range figures are obtained from laboratory testing in accordance with EU legislation and are intended for comparison between the different types of vehicles. The information does not refer to a particular individual vehicle and does not constitute part of the offer. Figures shown are for comparability purposes; only compare figures with vehicles tested to the same technical procedures. The electric range shown achieved using the new (WLTP) test procedure. Figures obtained after the battery was fully charged. Actual real world driving results may vary depending on factors such as the starting charge of the battery, accessories fitted after registration, weather conditions, driving styles and vehicle load.

[2]ProPILOT Assist is standard on Tekna and optional from N-Connecta grades. You should not rely solely on driver convenience features. Some features may not work in all conditions and circumstances. Speed and other limitations apply.ProPILOT Assist is an Advanced Driver Assistance technology but cannot prevent collisions.ProPILOT Assist is intended for Eyes on/ Hands On for motorways only (road separated by Barriers). It is the drivers responsibility to stay alert, drive safely and be able to take control of the vehicle at any time. For terms and conditions relating to Nissan technologies, pleaseclick here.

[3] You should not rely solely on driver convenience features. Some features may not work in all conditions and circumstances. Speed and other limitations apply. For terms and conditions relating to Nissan technologies, please contact yourNissan dealerorwww.nissan.co.uk.

[4] To use NissanConnect Services with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto you need a smartphone with compatible iOS or Android operating system, and a SIM card with a data option from a mobile service provider. Download the free NissanConnect Services app and create an account. Connect your smartphone with your vehicle equipped with NissanConnect Services by logging in using your username and password. All services are subject to mobile network coverage and your mobile service providers charges. NissanConnect Services are available subject to grade, and may be subject to additional charges on subscription. For further information, visithttps://www.nissan.co.uk/ownership/nissan infotainment-system/android-auto-apple-carplay.htmlor contact your localNissan Dealer.

[5] In-Car WiFi is always a paid service available on subscription. For more information, please contact your Nissan dealer orvisitwww.nissan.co.uk/owners/nissan-infotainment-system/nissanconnect-services.html

[6] Accessories shown are standard and/or optional on selected grades only. Additional costs may apply.

[7] The maximum AC charging power from the LEAF is 6.6 kW. The specified charging time is based on charging with a type 2 charging cable (mode 3) 32A. Charging speed and time is dependent on various conditions, including charger type and condition, battery temperature as well as ambient temperature at the point of use.The Nissan LEAF isequipped with charging safeguards to protect the battery during repeated quick charging sessions in a short period of time. The time taken for successive quick charging can take longer if the battery temperature activates the battery safeguarding technology.

[8] Figures compared to first generation LEAF and based on a 6.6 kW home charging unit.

[9]Retail customers only, subject to availability. Includes used cars. The offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. For full EON T&Cs, visitwww.eonenergy.com/terms-and-conditions.html. Nissan Financial Services subject to status. Customers must be 18+, T&Cs apply. For further details please speak with your participating dealer.

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*PCP Nissan Financial Services. Subject to status. 18+. T and Cs apply. Offer available on any new Nissan cars ordered between 16 and 31st January 2024 at participating dealers only. To be eligible, vehicles must be registered by 31 March 2024. Excludes LCV range. Subject to stock availability. Find out more here

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*Genoemde vanafprijs is exclusief dealerkortingen, lopende acties en 2.950 EV-subsidie. De EV-subsidie dient zelf online te worden aangevraagd, de Nissan-dealer heeft hier geen actieve rol in. Nissan Nederland is niet verantwoordelijk voor het niet in aanmerking komen van de subsidie voor 2024. De subsidieregeling, voorwaarden en de actuele stand van de subsidie voor 2024 zijn na te lezen opwww.rvo.nl/sepp.

[1] Gegevens over het bereik zijn verkregen uit laboratoriumtests overeenkomstig EU-wetgeving en zijn bestemd voor vergelijkingen tussen verschillende voertuigtypes. De gegevens verwijzen niet naar n specifiek voertuig en vormen geen onderdeel van het aanbod. Deze cijfers kunnen afwijken van werkelijke resultaten tijdens het rijden. Extra uitrusting, onderhoud, rijgedrag en niet-technische factoren zoals weersomstandigheden kunnen van invloed zijn op de officile resultaten. Cijfers zijn bepaald volgens de nieuwe testcyclus Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP).

[2] Cijfers gelden voor batterij van 39 kWh. Duur afhankelijk van oplaadomstandigheden, zoals type en staat van de lader, batterijtemperatuur en omgevingstemperatuur ten tijde van gebruik. Weergegeven tijd voor snelladen geldt bij gebruik van een CHAdeMO-snellader. De Nissan LEAF is ontworpen om u te ondersteunen tijdens de ritten die u in het dagelijks leven het vaakst maakt. De auto is uitgerust met oplaadbeveiligingsfuncties die de batterij beschermen als er binnen korte tijd meerdere malen snellaadbeurten worden uitgevoerd. Meerdere keren achter elkaar snelladen, kan langer duren als door de batterijtemperatuur het beveiligingsmechanisme voor de batterij in werking wordt gesteld.

[3]ProPILOT Assist is alleen beschikbaar voor een beperkt gamma aan voertuigen met een automatische transmissie.ProPILOT Assist is een geavanceerde technologie die de bestuurder ondersteunt, maar botsingen niet kan voorkomen.ProPILOT Assist is uitsluitend geschikt voor gebruik op de snelweg (gescheiden met een vangrail) en u moet altijd uw ogen op de weg en handen aan het stuur houden. Het is de verantwoordelijkheid van de bestuurder om alert te blijven, veilig te rijden, snelheidslimieten te respecteren, een veilige snelheid bij wisselende omstandigheden toe te passen n om te allen tijde de controle over het voertuig te behouden.

[4] U mag niet volledig vertrouwen op ondersteunende functies voor de bestuurder. Sommige functies werken mogelijk niet onder alle omstandigheden. Snelheidslimiet en andere begrenzingen zijn van toepassing. Neem voor algemene voorwaarden van de Nissan-technologien contact op met uw Nissan-dealer of ga naar www.nissan.nl

[5] Apple CarPlay en Android Auto zijn gratis beschikbaar, afhankelijk van het model en/of de uitvoering. Voor meer informatie neemt u contact op met uw Nissan-dealerof met de Nissan Klantenservice (+31 20 516 2026).

[6] Wifi in de auto is altijd een betaalde dienst waarvoor u een abonnement moet afsluiten. Voor meer informatie neemt u contact op met uw Nissan-dealer of met de Nissan Klantenservice (+31 20 516 2026).

[7] De getoonde accessoires zijn standaard en/of optioneel uitsluitend voor geselecteerde uitvoeringen. Aanvullende kosten kunnen van toepassing zijn.

[8] Het maximale AC-laadvermogen voor de Nissan LEAF is 6,6 kW. De vermelde oplaadtijd is gebaseerd op opladen met een type 2 laadkabel (modus 3) van 32 A.De getoonde afbeeldingen en beschrijvingen zijn illustratief. In sommige gevallen betreft het foto's van voorbeeldvoertuigen en vertegenwoordigen ze geen specifiek model, specifieke uitvoering of actie. De getoonde kenmerken zijn mogelijk niet beschikbaar of zijn niet standaard beschikbaar of alleen als optie (tegen een meerprijs)

Nissan Leaf review

If you think the Nissan Leaf and other electric cars are a 21st century invention, prepare yourself for a surprise: EVs date back to Victorian times.

Yes, there were battery-powered horseless carriages whirringaround city streets well before the turn of the last century, and electric cars once dominated land-speed records. That said,theres a big difference between the Leaf and its ancestors.

When the Nissan Leafwas launched, it made other battery-powered alternatives seem like golf buggies because it looked, well, like a proper car. It drove like onetoo, with decentacceleration and a top speed that meant you could get where you were going faster than you could on a bicycle.

It'snow in its second generation and is a much better all-rounder than the original Leaf. Its faster, better to drive, bigger inside and, perhaps most importantly of all, capable of much longer distances between charges.

Theres also a range-topping e+ version with a bigger battery that promises an even longer range and faster acceleration. Unfortunately for Nissan, a whole battalion of new or revised electric rivals have whizzed silently into view.

2023 Nissan Leaf

Overview

The 2023 Nissan Leaf EV illustrates the difference between being attractive on paper and competitive in the real world. A starting price below $30,000 for any EVthis before any applicable tax creditsgets our attention. But, when compared to its rivals the Leafs driving range isn't as good and its outdated charging technology makes it less user-friendly. The Leafs longest-range battery pack enables barely more than 200 miles of driving range; the Chevy Bolt EV, and the considerably more expensive Kia EV6 and Tesla Model 3 all beat that by a considerable margin. Whats more, not all public charging stations are compatible with the Nissan's CHAdeMO charging connector. But if you're someone who plans to drive only around town and can set up for charging at home, the Leaf might workand it provides a low-cost point of entry into the world of EVs. Its a small hatchback, which means its easy to thread through congested city traffic and find street parking for. Its cabin is spacious for a small car, comfortable, and nicely equipped with tech features. Unfortunately, the same can be said of several competitors, many of which offer more every-day usability, longer range, and access to more charging stations.

What's New for 2023?

Nissan's electric car receives a few styling improvements for 2023 including a revised grille, front bumper, and exterior lighting elements. A set of cool multi-spoke wheels and an illuminated Nissan badge round out the Leaf's exterior changes. The lineup has been trimmed to just a base S model and the longer-range SV Plus.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

The best deal here is the SV Plus because it carries a reasonable price, the longest driving range, the more powerful electric motor, and offers a decent package of standard equipment. It has an 8.0-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, automatic climate control, keyless entry with push-button start, and automatic headlamps.

EV Motor, Power, and Performance

Leafs are front-wheel drive cars. The standard Leaf S comes with a 147-horsepower electric motor and a 40.0-kWh battery packboth dinky by todays standards. Leaf SV Plus gets a gutsier, 214-hp electric motor and a larger 62.0-kWh battery. An S managed a 7.4-second zero-to-60-mph time at our test track, but it feels perkier than this number suggests thanks to the instantaneous power delivery of the electric motor. This result makes it slower than the Bolt EV and the Model 3, though. Upgrading to the more powerful Plus model will no doubt result in quicker acceleration, but we won't be able to confirm that until we are able to test one. The Leaf's e-Pedal feature allows the driver to toggle back and forth between regenerative braking modes, one of which allows the car to coast when the driver lifts off the throttle and another that slows the car when you take your foot off the gas and uses that energy to recharge the battery.

Range, Charging, and Battery Life

The Leaf can be plugged into a regular 120-volt outlet or a 240-volt outlet, but the charging times vary dramatically between the two. On a 240-volt connection, Nissan says both the standard Leaf's battery and the larger one in the Leaf Plus can be replenished in seven hours. A DC fast-charging connection is standard on all trims. The Leaf S comes with a 40.0-kWh battery that provides a relatively limited range of 149 miles. This might be enough range for some drivers with short commutes but it's less than half of what the Model 3's Long Range model provides. The SV Plus provides 215 miles of EPA-rated driving range thanks to its larger battery pack.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe

Our SV Plus test vehicle exceeded its EPA highway rating of 94 MPGe by delivering 98 MPGe over our 75-mph highway fuel-economy test route. However, we saw 180 miles of range during this test; EVs generally get less than their EPA rated number on the highway. For more information about the Leaf's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Although the cabin of the Leaf has a lot of black plastic, the well-assembled and uniform textures help it avoid looking cheap. The gauge cluster features a large analog speedometer next to a 7.0-inch digital readout that can be reconfigured to show a variety of displays. The Leaf's seats are La-Z-Boy comfortable; the spacious rear seat offers plenty of room for adults, too. Despite the fact that the Leaf's back seat doesn't create a flat load floor when folded, we found the cargo capacity to be among the best in its class. We fit seven carry-on suitcases behind the back seat and a whopping 19 with the back seat folded. For comparison, the Bolt EV held five in its cargo area and maxed out at 16 with its back seats stowed. The Niro EVwhich sports a more SUV-like bodystyleheld slightly more cargo in our testing, but the Leaf still is tops among electric cars.

Infotainment and Connectivity

All Leaf models come with the same 8.0-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration; navigation is optional. The latest Nissan Connect software interface, while not particularly pleasing to the eye, is intuitive and quick to respond to inputs. Audiophiles may be disappointed with the Leaf's standard six-speaker audio system; a seven-speaker Bose system is optional but it didn't impress us during our test drive either.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

Nissan's Safety Shield 360 suite of driver-assistance features are standard across the lineup and the brand's novel ProPilot Assist semi-autonomous driving mode is optional. For more information about the Leaf's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

• Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
• Standard blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert
• Available adaptive cruise control with semi-autonomous driving mode

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Nissan offers a basic warranty package that covers the same amount of time as the rest of the Nissan lineup; however, the Leaf's battery is covered for up to eight years or 100,000 miles.

• Limited warranty covers 3 years or 36,000 miles
• Powertrain warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles
• Battery warranty covers 8 years or 100,000 miles
• No complimentary scheduled maintenance

Specifications

Specifications

2019 Nissan Leaf SV Plus

VEHICLE TYPEfront-motor, front-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door hatchback

PRICE AS TESTED$42,580 (base price: $37,445)

MOTOR TYPEpermanent-magnet synchronous AC motor, 215 hp, 251 lb-ft; 62.0-kWh lithium-ion battery packTRANSMISSION1-speed direct-driveDIMENSIONSWheelbase: 106.3 inLength: 176.4 inWidth: 70.5 inHeight: 61.4 inPassenger volume: 93 cu ftCargo volume: 24 cu ftCurb weight: 3831 lb

C/DTEST RESULTSZero to 60 mph: 6.8 secZero to 100 mph: 19.9 secRolling start, 560 mph: 6.8 secTop gear, 3050 mph: 2.4 secTop gear, 5070 mph: 3.7 secStanding -mile: 15.4 sec @ 92 mphTop speed (governor limited): 106 mphBraking, 700 mph: 190 ftRoadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.76 g

C/DFUEL ECONOMYObserved: 90 MPGe75-mphhighway driving: 98 MPGeHighway range: 180 miles

EPA FUEL ECONOMYCombined/city/highway: 104/114/94 MPGeEV range: 215

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