(Posted on Dec 12, 2018 at 06:35PM by Michelle Bogle)
If you’ve test driven the Toyota Prius and the Ford C-Max Energi, but prefer a preowned car that runs solely on electricity, consider a 2016 Nissan Leaf S as your next eco-friendly commuter. With this platform, all you’ll need to do is plug and play, while enjoying good range and acceleration from the all-electric powertrain.
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The 2016 Leaf is unique because it gets its juice from a 24-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, which creates 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque from the AC synchronous electric motor. As soon as you take this EV for a drive, you’ll see that it’s not bound by its plug-in specs. Rather, acceleration on the Leaf is incredibly snappy, needing only 10.2 seconds to go from a dead stop to 60 mph. For every day carpooling or errand running, you’ll also enjoy 84 miles of range at your disposal. When it’s time to “fill upâ€, a 220-volt line will have you back up and running to full battery capacity in about eight hours using the standard 3.6-kWh onboard charger.
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The Leaf is also a top choice with Seattle area drivers because it comes very well-equipped, even at the base level. Inside the spacious cabin are full power accessories, keyless ignition and entry, and cruise control, along with a rearview camera to assist with tricky parking lot maneuvers. You and your passengers will always stay comfortable no matter the weather with the automatic climate controls that ensure the proper amount of heat or air conditioning, depending on your preferences. On the exterior, the S trim looks sharp with 16-inch steel wheels and heated mirrors that help clear away ice and snow.
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Curious to learn more? Call or visit our team at Kirkland Nissan in near Tacoma, Washington, to schedule a test drive in a preowned Leaf today!