(Posted on May 9, 2018 at 08:22PM by Michelle Bogle)
If creeping fuel prices are dragging you down or you worry about the damage your old gas-guzzling sedan is causing the environment, quell your discomfort with a preowned 2013 Nissan Leaf SV. This all-electric plug-in runs solely on battery power, thus eliminating gas station visits and harmful emissions for as long as you own the vehicle.
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The 2013 Leaf is powered by a 24-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack, which is neatly hidden under the car’s floor. It generates power to the 80-kilowatt electric motor and produces a respectable 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque. Even with its battery power, the Leaf EV is relatively quick off the line. According to The Car Connection, it achieves a 0 to 60 mph jaunt in 10 seconds and maxes out at 90 mph to conserve energy. Now, this is not "track star" performance, but it’s adequate for daily driving around Seattle, Kirkland and Auburn.
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As for the 2013 Leaf SV’s range, you can expect to achieve 84 miles before you need to stop for a battery refresh using the standard onboard 6.6-kilowatt charger. In about four hours, you’ll be up and running again. The Leaf’s smartphone app makes it easy to manage your charging times, so you don’t have to stand around waiting. It will alert you when the EV is juiced up and ready to roll.
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Curious about the 2013 Leaf SV? Contact our team at Kirkland Nissan for further specs and pricing, and don’t hesitate to request a test drive too.