Cons: Estimated driving range (150 miles base and 226 miles PLUS) is better than previous-generation LEAF, but is still topped by the Chevrolet Bolt EV[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: The 2019 Nissan LEAF adds new PLUS models with a more powerful 214 horsepower motor and a longer 226-mile driving range. Newly standard is Rear Door Alert, which reminds drivers to check the rear seats when exiting the vehicle. Nissan’s pure-electric 5-passenger compact hatchback was redesigned for 2018, gaining new safety and technology features, increased driving range, and a sportier look and feel. The base LEAF powertrain makes 147 horsepower has an estimated driving range of 150 miles. The LEAF’s standard “ePedal” switch can enable “one-pedal” driving—it increases regenerative braking to the point that using the physical brake pedal is virtually unnecessary. Available features include heated front seats and steering wheel, a 360-degree surround-view camera display, and Nissan’s ProPILOT Assist feature, which pairs adaptive cruise control with automatic lane-centering steering assistance. The Nissan LEAF can’t claim a class-leading driving range, but it offers peppy acceleration, an engaging driving personality, a fairly spacious cabin for its size, and a host of desirable high-tech features…and base LEAF (but not PLUS) prices comfortably undercut the Chevrolet Bolt EV.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]
| Class | Compact Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door hatchback |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | S: $29,990 SV: $32,600 SL: $36,300 S PLUS: $36,550 SV PLUS: $38,510 SL PLUS: $42,550 |
| Base Engine electric motor (S, SV, SL) |
| Horsepower 147 |
| Std. Transmission single speed |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (MPGe) 124 |
| EPA Hwy Range (MPGe) 99 |
| Optional Engine electric motor (S PLUS, SV PLUS, SL PLUS) |
| Horsepower 214 |
| Std. Transmission single speed |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (MPGe) 114-118 |
| EPA Hwy Range (MPGe) 94-97 |
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