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Is a lack of active battery cooling in the Nissan LEAF a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 08:13
That's not a deal breaker for me. I have had my LEAF for 3 years in a moderate climate, and have not noticed any big battery degradation. It’s been perfectly fine for daily commuting and errands.
Is a lack of active battery cooling in the Nissan LEAF a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 08:13
Absolutely a deal-breaker. I live in Arizona and battery degradation is real. I've lost about 15% of my range after just 2 years. If you live in a hot place or are keeping the car long term, look elsewhere.
Is a lack of active battery cooling in the Nissan LEAF a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 08:13
It depends on your use case. It’s not a big deal if you’re leasing or you only plan to keep the car for a few years. You definitely have to worry about that for long term ownership, particularly if you want to fast charge a lot.
Is a lack of active battery cooling in the Nissan LEAF a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 08:13
I think it's overblown. Liquid cooling is better, however, for the average driver who doesn’t push their car to the limit, the LEAF’s battery is just fine. And it’s simple, so there’s less to go wrong.
Is a lack of active battery cooling in the Nissan LEAF a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 08:13
It's a trade-off. The cost is kept down due to the lack of active cooling, which is why the LEAF is often one of the most affordable EVs. If you’re on a budget and don’t care about long range, it’s still a decent option.
Is the Nissan LEAF future proofed by CHAdeMO charging standard?
06 January 2025 08:13
It's definitely a concern. I’ve seen fewer CHAdeMO chargers installed in my vicinity and CCS is all over the place. In the future, this might limit what road trip options could have and become a serious issue.
Is the Nissan LEAF future proofed by CHAdeMO charging standard?
06 January 2025 08:13
Not really an issue for me. Most of the time I charge at home, and there are still lots of CHAdeMO chargers out there for the occasional road trip. Adapters are also becoming available, plus.
Is the Nissan LEAF future proofed by CHAdeMO charging standard?
06 January 2025 08:13
If you’re buying new, that’s a big deal, but for used LEAFs, the price difference usually offsets it. But just plan your charging needs accordingly.
Is the Nissan LEAF future proofed by CHAdeMO charging standard?
06 January 2025 08:13
I think it's overblown. CHAdeMO is not going away anytime soon as Japan still heavily uses it. And, many charging stations still feature both standards.
Is the Nissan LEAF future proofed by CHAdeMO charging standard?
06 January 2025 08:13
It’s a valid concern, but it’s not a deal breaker. Home charging is going to be more important for most LEAF owners because the LEAF's range isn't really designed for a lot of road trips.
Now that we have some time under our belt with the Nissan LEAF, how does its value proposition stack up in 2024?
06 January 2025 08:13
For the price, it's a great value anyway. If you want an EV, you can get a used LEAF for a fraction of the cost of newer EVs and it is great for city driving.
Now that we have some time under our belt with the Nissan LEAF, how does its value proposition stack up in 2024?
06 January 2025 08:13
I think it's outdated now. Compared to newer models, the range is too limited and it doesn’t even have features like one pedal driving.
Now that we have some time under our belt with the Nissan LEAF, how does its value proposition stack up in 2024?
06 January 2025 08:13
It depends on your needs. The LEAF is hard to beat if you want a no frills, reliable EV for commuting. If you need long range or the latest tech, however, look elsewhere.
Now that we have some time under our belt with the Nissan LEAF, how does its value proposition stack up in 2024?
06 January 2025 08:13
The market is the used market. The price of new LEAFs are overpriced compared to competitors, but 2-3 year old models are great deals.
Now that we have some time under our belt with the Nissan LEAF, how does its value proposition stack up in 2024?
06 January 2025 08:13
It's still competitive, especially with incentives, I'd say. It is more affordable and that is important for EV adoption.
Why is the Nissan Kicks so much cheaper?
06 January 2025 08:04
It’s basically just a lifted Versa with some plastic cladding and it’s cheap. It’s the SUV look you’re paying for, not SUV capabilities.
Why is the Nissan Kicks so much cheaper?
06 January 2025 08:04
To get market share, Nissan is trying to undercut the competition. They're willing to sacrifice profits to get people into showrooms.
Why is the Nissan Kicks so much cheaper?
06 January 2025 08:04
But there's a price to pay for the low price - cheap materials, little sound insulation, and fewer standard features. You get what you pay for.
Why is the Nissan Kicks so much cheaper?
06 January 2025 08:04
It's a smart move by Nissan. To get this crossover to an unbeatable price, they've stripped out unnecessary frills. Not everyone needs the bells and whistles.
Why is the Nissan Kicks so much cheaper?
06 January 2025 08:04
For the price, the Kicks is actually pretty well equipped. I think it's just that Nissan is more efficient at manufacturing and can just pass those savings on to consumers.
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