2012 Nissan Leaf - Consumer Opinions
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We have scoured the web for consumer reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 60 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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| #1 |
LEAF exceeds our expectations!Source: Edmunds
...Took delivery about a week ago; the car is wonderful, |
| #2 |
Very Quite and Fun to Drive!Source: Cars.com
..."We bought a 2011 Nissan LEAF almost a year ago. We have just over 12,000 miles on it at this point. |
| #3 |
electric blissSource: MSN Autos
...Pros: I love the comfort of this vehicle. it is so quiet and easy to drive. |
| #4 |
200 MGP Equivalent Nissan LeafSource: MSN Autos...I would also love to have amazing style such as the car in Minority Report. Overall: The car is very quiet and reliable. If you need it, it has plenty of pep when pressing the accelerator to the floor. I drive it in "ECO" mode and this restrains the car a bit, but the trade off is well worth it. We need to reeducate people on how to drive sanely in today's age. If all of us did that, we would actually save a lot of money across this nation. The seats are very comfortable and I love the fact that the bluetooth works very well with my Windows 7 Phone. The built-in navigation is excellent and... |
| #5 |
First real diesel, last real truckSource: MSN Autos...Easy to tun ethe engine for better towing and economy. Orginal bucket seats more comfortable than any other vehicle I've driven. Drivetrain well matched for factory power and weight ratings. Simple, mechanical engine controls make maintenance and repair easier than new ones. Parts from newer trucks can be retrofitted- Dana80 rear axle, turbos, etc. Cons: Ride quality is rough compared to newer ones, but with leaf springs all around, what can one expect? Automatic transmissions are horribly inefficient, though aftermarket upgrades are available. When engine power is added above stock levels... |
| #6 |
Don't buy itSource: Cars.com..."Very low battery life it won't last 100 miles, 45 to 50 tops.&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&"... |
| #7 |
Leaf LoveSource: Cars.com
..."Love it! It's a commuting car - if you use it like that then it's ideal. |
| #8 |
After over a year of ownershipSource: Edmunds
...I've owned my LEAF for over a year now and have put just over 10,000 miles on it. |
| #9 |
Old and strong.Source: MSN Autos...Almost all original parts on the engine. Only replaceement was the intake gasket that was leaking. Cons: Rust protection on the frame is completely gone. Don't think it was applied very well from the start. Rear door has a very horrible opening system. Hope yours never breaks. Had to fix mine with a wire tie strap like McGyver. Overall: Great truck overall. It has went places I know it shouldn't have been. But why own a 4x4 if you don't use it. Goes great in snow and ice all winter long. City MPG could have been better, but highway I can't complain about the 25 MPG I get from an SUV... |
| #10 |
Outstanding So FarSource: Edmunds...I'm hooked. It's a remarkable car in many ways. Quiet, smooth, surprisingly powerful and nimble, and cool as all heck. It is not a toy or part-time car by any stretch of the imagination. So long as you understand its limitations, you will use it all the time. I rarely drive more than 80 to 100 miles in a day so it is perfect for me and my family's needs. It's excellent for commuting to work. It is great for running errands and schleping kids around. If you are someone who regularly drives more than 80 to 100 miles per day, do not get a Leaf. If not, check it out now... |
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Why should I also consider these?
The 2012 Nissan Leaf now faces a pair of competing battery-electric vehicles, the Ford Focus Electric and the Mitsubishi i, with more on the way in future years.
The Focus Electric hatchback is likely to be sold in much smaller numbers than the Leaf, leading some to question Ford's commitment, and the Mitsubishi 'i' four-seat minicar is significantly smaller inside.
As for the Chevy Volt, its range-extending engine removes concerns over range anxiety but adds complexity, not to mention price--it's almost $5K more expensive than the Leaf.
The largest volume competitor to the Leaf may be the plug-in version of the iconic Toyota Prius hybrid that will go on sale early in 2012.
It offers an electric range of just 9 to 13 miles, after which it becomes a standard hybrid, but it may be the "safest" way to start plugging in for part of your driving, and it has the Prius name as a guarantee of security.
Among conventional hybrids, not only the standard Prius but also the Lexus CT 200h compact hybrid hatchback are roughly comparable to the Leaf range in size and price.
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