(Posted on Apr 21, 2018 at 12:18AM by Michelle Bogle)
In honor of Earth Day this weekend, why not slip into an eco-friendlier vehicle? With a preowned 2016 Nissan Leaf S in your driveway, you’ll not only green up your commute, but you’ll say farewell to gas station visits since this all-electric car runs on battery power.Â
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Don’t believe us? Pop the charging area on the nose of the Leaf and you’ll notice a plug-in port, which juices up the 24-kWh lithium-ion battery and powers the 80-kW electric motor. Together, the 2016 Leaf can generate an impressive 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque with a range of 84 miles. When it’s time to refresh, plug-in the S model's standard 3.3 kW charger and you’ll be good to go in eight hours.
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If safety is a concern, you’ll be glad to know that the Leaf boasts anti-lock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. A rearview camera is also standard. According to Edmunds, this EV offers exceptional braking capabilities, coming to a complete stop in 122 feet from 60 mph. The 2016 Leaf also received four out of five stars across the board for overall, frontal, and side-impact protection in government crash tests.
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Inside, the NissanConnect system includes a 5-inch touchscreen display, along with Bluetooth connectivity, automatic climate control and full power accessories. For your convenience, this model also features keyless ignition and entry.
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Ready to go for a spin? Contact our team at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington, to test drive a preowned 2016 Leaf S.