Nissan LEAF

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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 73% Detailed ratings

Price $38,395 – $39,995 Payments

Fuel consumption N/A

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Specifications

By far, the Nissan LEAF is the hottest electric car in Quebec. It’s also the first zero-emission vehicle to be sold on our market. This 5-door sedan can carry five passengers and is powered by a 107-hp electric motor offering 207 lbs.-ft. of torque. Thanks to its lithium-ion battery, it offers 160 km in range as long as you drive it gently.

The Car Guide rating 73%

Pros

Zero pollution
Reasonable operating range
Good handling
Decent price
Comfortable interior

Cons

Reliability not yet proven
Rudimentary network of recharging stations
Hard tires
Some unusual controls
Unknown resale value

Driving	8/10
Safety	8/10
Interior	7/10
Reliability	7/10
Winter driving	6/10
Comfort	8/10

What's new in 2012

Available fall 2011

Competitors

Mitsubishi i-MiEV

Recalls

none