(Posted on Apr 30, 2018 at 08:34PM by Michelle Bogle)
Whether you are driven by eco-friendly ideals or are wanting to slash your monthly gas expenses, a preowned 2013 Nissan Leaf SL can help you achieve both. This plug-in performer runs solely on electricity and produces zero-emissions, making it a sensible choice for cost- and earth-conscious consumers in Seattle.
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Under the hood, you won’t find a typical engine in the 2013 Leaf; instead, it is energized by a 24kWh lithium-ion battery pack and an 80kW motor, which delivers 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque. Power is directed to the front wheels, which makes handling the Leaf similar to any other front-wheel drive compact car. It’s quick off the line too, boasting a 0-to-60-mph sprint in less than 10 seconds with top speeds maxing out at 90 mph to conserve energy. Charging is managed by the SL’s standard 6.6-kilowatt onboard charger, which reduces the juicing-up time for a fully depleted battery pack to roughly four hours from the base S’s seven to 10 hours. Without any need for traditional fossil fuels, you can kiss your local gas station goodbye.Â
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Cost-savings aside, the Leaf SL also offers immense value with many top-of-the-line standard features. Inside, leather upholstery and a rearview camera are included, as are other conveniences, like Bluetooth connectivity, an intelligent access key fob, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The exterior is appointed with larger 17-inch alloy wheels and a photovoltaic solar panel mounted on the roof spoiler over the tailgate, which reduces unnecessary battery draw to charge small devices.
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Curious to learn more? If so, contact our team at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington, to request your test drive in a preowned Leaf EV.Â