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Does The 2018 Nissan LEAF Make a Good Urban Commuter in Lynnwood?
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(Posted on Nov 7, 2018 at 10:00AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

Iâ€™m thinking of changing to an electric vehicle for my next car. The 2018 Nissan LEAF has caught my eye but Iâ€™m curious if it has enough range for me. My commute is 10-miles, each way, through the city.

Thanks,
Adam

Hi, Adam!

What a great time to go electric, and not just because of the obvious environmental benefits. The federal tax credit on offer, which could save you up to $7,500, wonâ€™t last forever.

A 40 kWh lithium-ion battery pack powers the 2018 Nissan LEAFâ€™s 110-kW AC electric motor. The end result of this combo is a 151-mile range. So it definitely has enough to cover your daily commute... and then some!

Unlike most gas cars, the LEAF is actually best suited to stop-start traffic. In fact, this model gets 125 MPGe when driving in the city (thatâ€™s 25 more than itâ€™ll return on the highway).

Itâ€™s not just the LEAFâ€™s economy which lends itself perfectly to the city: itâ€™s how it drives too. Electric motors produce maximum torque from zero RPM, resulting in rapid acceleration up to around 30 mph. This is great for urban travel and ensures youâ€™ll never be left behind at the lights.

Thanks for the question, Adam! Why not come down do Kirkland Nissan and try one out for yourself?