Nissan LEAF vs Volkswagen ID.4
Overview | |
MSRP$31,600 | MSRP$39,735 |
Average price$13,389 | Average price$27,782 |
Listings3464 | Listings5510 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThis is the car I wish Nissan made 10 years ago, when the first-generation Leaf almost stranded me on my way to work. Batteries have improved so much since 2010, they've made those early cars practically worthless on the used market. Case in point: with the second-generation Leaf, Nissan has added a new Plus model that claims up to 226 miles per charge, offers quicker acceleration, and includes more technology for every Leaf trim. It's enough to make the Leaf feel like a real car. | |
Reviews SummaryThanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased driving range to nearly 300 miles, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. However, it no longer includes complimentary DC fast charging for three years. Instead, you get up to 500 kWh of free charging, after which you’ll pay to play. Verdict: While the downgrade in free charging is a bummer, the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is not. With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s electric SUV need not make apologies. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine147 hp Electric | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity40 kWh | EV Battery Capacity62 kWh |
MPG City123 | MPG City |
MPG Highway99 | MPG Highway |
Battery Charge Time (240V)8 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
Engine | |
Engine Name147 hp Electric | Engine Name201 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (240V)8 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity40 kWh | EV Battery Capacity62 kWh |
MPG City123 | MPG City |
MPG Highway99 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space23.6 cu ft | Cargo Space30.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3538 lbs | Curb Weight4317 lbs |
Height61.4 in | Height64.5 in |
Length176.4 in | Length180.5 in |
Width70.5 in | Width72.9 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase108.9 in |
Maximum Payload1220 lbs | Maximum Payload959 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,600 | $39,735 |
Average price | $13,389 | $27,782 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.0 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | This is the car I wish Nissan made 10 years ago, when the first-generation Leaf almost stranded me on my way to work. Batteries have improved so much since 2010, they've made those early cars practically worthless on the used market. Case in point: with the second-generation Leaf, Nissan has added a new Plus model that claims up to 226 miles per charge, offers quicker acceleration, and includes more technology for every Leaf trim. It's enough to make the Leaf feel like a real car. | Thanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased driving range to nearly 300 miles, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. However, it no longer includes complimentary DC fast charging for three years. Instead, you get up to 500 kWh of free charging, after which you’ll pay to play. Verdict: While the downgrade in free charging is a bummer, the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is not. With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s electric SUV need not make apologies. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 147 hp Electric | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 40 kWh | 62 kWh |
MPG City | 123 | |
MPG Highway | 99 | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 8 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 147 hp Electric | 201 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 8 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 40 kWh | 62 kWh |
MPG City | 123 | |
MPG Highway | 99 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 23.6 cu ft | 30.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3538 lbs | 4317 lbs |
Height | 61.4 in | 64.5 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 72.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1220 lbs | 959 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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