BMW i3 vs Nissan LEAF
Overview | |
Years produced2011-Present | Years produced2014-2021 |
MSRP$29,990 | MSRP$42,400 |
Listings1665 | Listings250 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe 2026 Nissan Leaf represents the latest redesign of Nissan’s pioneering EV since the 2017 model year. This third-generation Leaf boasts more range, up-to-date tech and charging hardware, and new styling that looks more crossover than hatchback. But where the original Leaf was pioneering, the new Leaf returns to a mature segment populated by competent rivals from Chevrolet, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Subaru, Toyota, and Volkswagen. Verdict: The new Leaf picks up where the old one left off with low pricing, and it only occasionally reminds you of that. | |
Reviews SummaryThe small, lumpy i3 hatchback may not look like a BMW underneath all of its badges and grilles, but it does have enough tech to make up for it. A carbon fiber and aluminum body, and lightweight materials inside, help a 22kWh battery power the i3 for 80 miles on electricity alone—when fitted with an optional "range extending" gas-powered generator, twice that. Its $42,400 entry price isn't for the squeamish, but the "gee-whiz" tech helps make up for that. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine214 hp Electric | Engine168 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
EV Battery Capacity75 kWh | EV Battery Capacity27 kWh |
MPG City131 | MPG City137 |
MPG Highway111 | MPG Highway111 |
Battery Charge Time (240V)12 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)4 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name214 hp Electric | Engine Name168 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (240V)12 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)4 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity75 kWh | EV Battery Capacity27 kWh |
MPG City131 | MPG City137 |
MPG Highway111 | MPG Highway111 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.0 cu ft | Cargo Space11.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4187 lbs | Curb Weight2634 lbs |
Height61.3 in | Height62.1 in |
Length173.4 in | Length157.8 in |
Width82.6 in | Width70.0 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase101.2 in |
Maximum Payload1115 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2011-Present | 2014-2021 |
MSRP | $29,990 | $42,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2026 Nissan Leaf represents the latest redesign of Nissan’s pioneering EV since the 2017 model year. This third-generation Leaf boasts more range, up-to-date tech and charging hardware, and new styling that looks more crossover than hatchback. But where the original Leaf was pioneering, the new Leaf returns to a mature segment populated by competent rivals from Chevrolet, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Subaru, Toyota, and Volkswagen. Verdict: The new Leaf picks up where the old one left off with low pricing, and it only occasionally reminds you of that. | The small, lumpy i3 hatchback may not look like a BMW underneath all of its badges and grilles, but it does have enough tech to make up for it. A carbon fiber and aluminum body, and lightweight materials inside, help a 22kWh battery power the i3 for 80 miles on electricity alone—when fitted with an optional "range extending" gas-powered generator, twice that. Its $42,400 entry price isn't for the squeamish, but the "gee-whiz" tech helps make up for that. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 214 hp Electric | 168 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
EV Battery Capacity | 75 kWh | 27 kWh |
MPG City | 131 | 137 |
MPG Highway | 111 | 111 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 12 hours | 4 hours |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 214 hp Electric | 168 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 12 hours | 4 hours |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 75 kWh | 27 kWh |
MPG City | 131 | 137 |
MPG Highway | 111 | 111 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.0 cu ft | 11.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4187 lbs | 2634 lbs |
Height | 61.3 in | 62.1 in |
Length | 173.4 in | 157.8 in |
Width | 82.6 in | 70.0 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 101.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1115 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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