February 7, 2019 the secondgeneration 2019 nissan leaf, the bestselling electric vehicle in the world, has taken home kelley blue books 2019 5year cost to own award in the ev segment for the second straight year. The body has a sharp vshape design with large, up slanting headlights that split and redirect airflow away from the door mirrors, and the bottom of the car has aerodynamic panelling. A 24 kwh lithiumion battery pack powers an 80kilowatt electric motor, good for 107 horsepower and 207 poundfeet of torque. The nissan leaf went on sale in late 2010 as a 2011 model.
Nissan consumer affairs department for assistance or inquiries about the nissan warranty, service or general questions, contact the nissan consumer affairs department at. Kelley blue book where the location of the battery pack hurts leaf is in overall rearseat comfort. The base leaf models have a range of only about 150 miles, which is better than. It is my second leaf, the firt one was a 20,this one is the best car in industries claude le. In its third year on the market, the updated 20 nissan leaf will have a slightly longer range, a new and lowerpriced base model, faster charging, and a more efficient cabin heater. Leaf is an acronym for low emission automobile of the future. The awards recognize vehicles in each segment that have the lowest projected costs over the first fiveyears of ownership. Find out more about fenix, our battery as a service, and our leaf solution in our faq. Used car pricing for the 20 nissan leaf s hatchback 4d. Nissan manuals and guides provide you with important details regarding the use and care of your vehicle, such as its maintenance schedule, oil type and recommended tire pressure. The 20 nissan leaf is available as a 4door, 5seat hatchback. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Nissan leaf named kelley blue book 5year cost to own award. The 20 nissan leafs contemporary exterior is complemented by a futuristic yet userfriendly interior.
Nissan leaf tops kelley blue books latest 10 best green car list. The revamped 20 nissan leaf has been named to the top spot on kelley blue books s list of. Jan 09, 20 in its third year on the market, the updated 20 nissan leaf will have a slightly longer range, a new and lowerpriced base model, faster charging, and a more efficient cabin heater. The car topped kelley blue books 10 green cars list for 20. Kbb says 20 nissan leaf resale value will drop compared to. Nissan suvs also include the xterra and crosscabriolet.
Standard equipment on the s includes 16inch steel wheels, heated exterior mirrors, a battery. Cannot say enough good things about this car makes total sense as a second car. We have had our 20 leaf sv for 2 months and 2500 miles. When it comes to electric cars, the nissan leaf offers something for everyone. We know the specifications and details of the 20 nissan leaf, which has now gone into. Nissan reports the 2011 leaf has a drag coefficient of cd0. Used nissan values vary by model, while the leaf s book value is suject to.
Is nissan abandoning the customers that believed in them when ev was new. Nissan leaf tops kelley blue books 10 best green cars of. Apr 26, 20 the baselevel leaf is the newly available s. Used 20 nissan leaf for sale test drive at home kelley. The 20 nissan leaf is an allelectric fourdoor hatchback available in s, sv and sl trim levels.
The list includes the new nissan leaf, the 20 toyota avalon and more, ranging the gamut from electric to more traditional fuelefficient vehicles. But it wasnt just car enthusiasts who anticipated the fully electric hatchback. The 20 leaf is the epitome of nissans determination for the continual advancement of electric cars. The 20 nissan leaf is assembled at nissans plant in smyrna, tennessee, whereas 2011 and 2012 models were built in japan.
The 30kwh lithiumion battery that arrived in higher trims last year and enabled a total range of 107 miles is now standard on every 2017 nissan leaf, replacing the former system that was rated at 84 miles of range before needing to be recharged. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. In addition, its regenerative braking system is uncharacteristically smooth. Nissan leaf named kelley blue book 5year cost to own. The average resale price on a used nissan leaf has reportedly dropped to half the cost of a brand new model. The 20 leaf is the epitome of nissan s determination for the continual advancement of electric cars. Search from 85 used nissan leaf cars for sale, including a.
Nissan leaf resale values may take a tumble, according to kelley blue book. The leaf also scored big points with technophiles and drivers looking to cut down their environmental impact. The fully electric leaf may not retain as much value as first thought, says kelley blue book. Nissan leaf sales have nearly tripled in 20 to around 18,000 after 10 months, but so far sales are slower than expected. This allelectric vehicle has a comfortable interior and costs very little to own. February 7, 2019 the secondgeneration 2019 nissan leaf, the bestselling electric vehicle in the world, has taken home kelley blue book s 2019 5year cost to own award in the ev segment for the second straight year. And now as you drive the car that set the standard for the affordable ev, nissan keeps raising the price on their battery replacement. Box 685003 franklin, tn 370685003 1800 nissan 1 18006477261 for canadian customers. The automotive market is simply too complex to set it and forget it. Hatchback original msrp price engine horsepower city. I am 6 ft 4 and can manage fine in the front seats. The 20 is the greenest car you can buyif you can live with between 70 and 100 miles of driving range on a full battery charge. May 02, 20 the 20 nissan leaf is assembled at nissan s plant in smyrna, tennessee, whereas 2011 and 2012 models were built in japan. The leaf is a great car, and if it werent for losing those dreaded battery capacity bars, it.
Used nissan values vary by model, while the leafs book value is suject to frequent updates. Shop, watch video walkarounds and compare prices on used 20 nissan leaf listings. Kbb says 20 nissan leaf resale value will drop compared. Nissan is recalling certain model year 20 2015 leaf vehicles manufactured november 19, 2012, to july 31, 2015. The nissan leaf on display at last months geneva international motor show. The 20 nissan leaf s contemporary exterior is complemented by a futuristic yet userfriendly interior.
Billed by nissan as the worlds first massproduced electric car, the leafs arrival generated major fanfare in the automotive industry. Oct 07, 2011 while excited by the prospects of zeroemission driving we were also curious about the practical daytoday reality of driving a pure electric, so we spent a weekend with a nissan leaf to see for. With only 109 horsepower, its not very powerful, but does achieve up to 40 mpg when connected to a cvt transmission. To find the available downloadable manuals and guides for your nissan vehicle, select a model and year below. The battery, the heaviest part of most electric vehicles, is situated below the seats and rear. See which bluetooth phones and devices are compatible with your nissan vehicle, and learn how to connect them. Case in point, the 20 nissan leaf boasts an extended range, faster charge times, and a. It includes nissans intelligent key system, which allows drivers to open the doors and start the car without removing the key from a pocket or a purse.
The 20 nissan leaf ev has a fourstar overall safety rating from the nhtsa out of a possible five stars and is considered a top safety pick by the iihs for cars built after november 2012. Plus loads of fun because freedom from the pump comes with amazing acceleration and a cornerhugging ride. If you have a daily commute of less than 30 miles round trip, this is the car for you. The worst complaints are brakes, electrical, and wheels hubs problems. Base prices, for models such as the pathfinder, may appear surprisingly affordable. During very cold temperatures, the relay inside the electronic brake booster may freeze, requiring the driver to exert more effort to slow the vehicle down. Learn what owners have to say and get authentic consumer feedback before buying your next car. Kelley blue book has recognized the nissan leaf as the best electric car in its 5year cost to own awards for the third consecutive year. Nissan leaf resale value expected to take a hit autoblog. A zero emission vehicle, the 20 nissan leaf is a 5door electric hatchback capable of achieving an equivalent of 129 mpg city. Used 20 nissan leaf s hatchback 4d pricing kelley blue book. The sv and the sl definitely include bluetooth streaming, but i have yet to get it to work in an s.
I sell the leaf in the san francisco bay area and ive delivered several of each model of the 20 leaf. While excited by the prospects of zeroemission driving we were also curious about the practical daytoday reality of driving a pure electric, so we spent a. A nissan spokesman pointed out that used evs are only just beginning to. The vehicle evaluation resource said the 20 nissan leaf will retain around 35 percent of its msrp after three years. The leaf is generally cheaper to operate than gasoline and hybrid cars. Nissan sought to make the leaf appealing to mainstream drivers by giving it a familiar fivedoor hatchback design. Search over 5,100 listings to find the best local deals. Passengers back there sit slightly higher than those in front, however the position of the battery pack forces rides to sit in a. Box 685003 franklin, tn 370685003 1800nissan1 18006477261 for canadian customers.