Nissan Leaf 2 (ZE1) Hatchback (2017)
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Nissan Leaf Mk2 (chassis code ZE1) is an entry-level compact hatchback in production from 2017. It is powered by electric motors from 150hp to 218hp aided by batteries from 40kWh to 62kWh.
Compared to the original Leaf, the Mk2 has an improved styling, though it remains ugly. Nissan has equipped it with more powerful motors and larger batteries for a more usable range, though the car still falls short on this front.
Nissan has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.28 coefficient of drag to show for it.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 8% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Good 0.28 drag coefficient
Cons
- Poor performance
- Poor interior
- Poor handling
- Ugly
- Battery degradation
What external reviewers found***
External score 67% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent range
- Good range and power
- Excellent infotainment system
- Superb tech
- Decent ride quality
Cons
- Lack of standard equipment
- Lacklustre infotainment
- Expensive compared to rivals
- Limited cargo space
- Not as practical as VW ID.3
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Specifications
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| Cargo Capacity | 385 L / 13.6 cu-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Passengers | 5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Payload | 275 kg / 606 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chassis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Front | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Rear | Disc | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Steering | Electric Steering | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Front | MacPherson strut | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Rear | Torsion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tire Size | 205/55 R16, 215/50 R17 | 215/50 R17 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Turning Circle | 10.6 m / 34.8 ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Construction | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Capacity | 40.0 kWh (gross) | 62.0 kWh (gross) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Style | 5-door battery-electric Hatchback | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ground Clearance | 150 mm / 5.9 in | 135 mm / 5.3 in | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Height | 1540 mm / 60.6 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Length | 4480 mm / 176.4 in | 4490 mm / 176.8 in | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Width | 1790 mm / 70.5 in | 1788 mm / 70.4 in | 2030 mm / 79.9 in (mirror unfolded) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Front | 1530.0 mm / 60.2 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Rear | 1545.0 mm / 60.8 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 1490.0 kg / 3284.9 lbs | 1670.0 kg / 3681.7 lbs | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheel Size | 16 in, 17 in | 6.5J x 17 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm / 106.3 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Performance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h | 7.3 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph | 6.9 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Coefficient Of Drag | 0.28 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top Speed | 157.0 km/h / 97.6 mph | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Powertrain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-wheel drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Power | 150 hp / 111.9 kW @ 3283-9795 rpm | 218 hp / 162.6 kW @ 4600-5800 rpm | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Gears | 1-speed | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Type | Automatic | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Production | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Availability | 2017 | 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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autocar[1]
Reviewer score 66%The new Nissan Leaf is slightly bigger than the old one, making it more spacious inside, and practical: the boot is 405 litres, up from 370. The most notable driving feature of the Leaf is the new ‘ePedal’ setting which, when selected, kicks in regenerative braking as soon as you lift off the accelerator pedal. The touchscreen and other general material quality can’t match the perceived quality of traditionally powered cars at this price level.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Bigger and more practical than its predecessor
- Impressive range
Cons
- Expensive compared to rivals
autocar[2]
Reviewer score 55%The e+ version of the Leaf is better in some ways and worse in others. There's a trade-off for a battery and power upgrade this significant, and it’s more pronounced than with a similar upgrade to a petrol or diesel car. Nissan has revised the suspension for the e+, but that doesn’t prevent the traction control from going berserk when you try to move away smartly with steering lock applied. The steering wheel squirms this way and that, too, while undulating Tarmac makes the car lose grip all too easily.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful engine
- Decent ride quality
- Good range
Cons
- Pricey for what it offers
- Alternatives offer more power
autocar[3]
Reviewer score 70%Of the three trim levels available, mid-range N-Connecta gives you as much kit as you’re likely to need. But we’ve gone for range-topping Tekna, mainly because it opens the door to the full gamut of Nissan’s latest safety technology and driver aids. Standard equipment includes ProPilot (which combines active cruise control with lane-keeping assistance and blindspot monitors), as well as heated front and rear seats.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Comfortable ride
- Efficient electric motor
- Decent battery life
Cons
- No subwoofer on the floor
- No e-Pedal
autoexpress[4]
Reviewer score 78%Nissan Leaf was an electric pioneer, it now has a fast-growing number of rivals that come in a variety of guises. The main opposition will no doubt be the popular VW ID3, while the Renault Zoe is a supermini-sized option. Hyundai now offers the Kona Electric, which has more usable range, as does the Kia e-Niro, and the BMW i3.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful electric motor
- Excellent infotainment system
- Decent range
Cons
- Alternatives offer more range
- Not as practical as VW ID.3
autoexpress[5]
Reviewer score 87%Top-spec Tekna car costs £28,390 after the £4,500 Government plug-in grant. You can buy a Leaf from just £25,190, but Tekna adds so many luxury features (heated front and rear part-leather seats for example) ProPilot level two autonomous driving, LED lights and a Bose audio system.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Impressive range
- Superb tech
Cons
- No regenerative braking
- No automatic gearbox
autoexpress[6]
Reviewer score 39%The Nissan Leaf e+ is a new version of the Japanese brand's popular electric car that has a bigger battery and a new motor. It barely feels any different to the regular model, and even with this extra range it can't match rivals such as the Hyundai Kona Electric or Kia e-Niro. Cheaper Leaf models make more sense.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Bigger battery
- Decent range
- Cheaper than rivals
Cons
- Fiddly infotainment system
- More expensive than rivals
carmagazine[7]
Reviewer score 67%Nissan Leaf comes in three trim levels: Acenta, N-Connecta and Tekna. UK prices start at £26,995, a figure which includes the £1,500 government electric car grant. Leaf e+ only comes in N-connecta or Tekna trims, with the former starting from £32,945 on the road.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Bigger and more powerful than the first-generation Leaf
- Good range and power
Cons
- Laggy to respond
- Lags behind rivals
cnet[8]
Reviewer score 78%The Leaf Plus comes with plenty of standard tech, including an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Automatic emergency braking is the only standard driver-assistance feature. The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range is also more fun to drive than the Leaf, and is about $3,000 cheaper.
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Pros
- More fun to drive than the Leaf
- Lots of standard driver-assistance features
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- No adaptive cruise control
- Expensive compared to rivals
cnet[9]
Reviewer score 68%The Leaf Plus is about 340 pounds heavier than the base Leaf, and that doesn't help dynamics. The steering is light and devoid of any feedback, but that's fine along with the less-than-stellar cornering chops. Infotainment in the Leaf is the NissanConnect system with an 8-inch touchscreen.
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Pros
- Sleek styling
- Powerful engine
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Lackluster cornering
- Lacklustre infotainment
digitaltrends[10]
Reviewer score 58%The 2019 Nissan Leaf Plus is great for anyone who wants an electric car that feels like a normal car. With 258 miles of range, the Hyundai Kona Electric should be a threat to the Tesla Model 3. The base S trim level is the only one to achieve the Leaf Plus' headline 226-mile range. The Leaf Plus also comes standard with autonomous emergency braking.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Excellent range
- Comfortable ride
- Competitively priced
Cons
- Lack of tech
- Limited cargo space
pcmag[11]
Reviewer score 75%The Nissan Leaf Plus is available with a full complement of driver assists. ProPilot Assist keeps the car centered in its lane and can provide semi-autonomous driving. The top-of-the-line Nissan SL Plus trim starts at $42,550. The Leaf Plus's added power is a palpable cut above the regular Leaf.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Smaller battery than the regular Leaf
- More range than the standard Leaf
- NissanConnect Navigation and Services adds telematics features
Cons
- Lack of standard equipment
tomsguide[12]
Reviewer score 71%The Nissan Leaf is a good EV. It's not the best nor will it make Nissan CEO Makato Uchida the second richest man in the world. Most importantly, it put it at a competitive price, beating Tesla to the sub-$30K and sub-$20K (with incentives) It's priced within striking range of the Toyota Prius.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Good range for sub-$30K vehicles
Cons
- Not the most luxurious
- No wireless charging
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References
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- ^ Nissan Leaf e+ Tekna 2019 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/nissan/leaf/first-drives/nissan-leaf-e-tekna-2019-uk-review. 2019-06-20. Retrieved 2022-07-27.
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