Hi! Yesterday we got our first ever EV - a 2016 Leaf S. Base model suits us fine, since the car will primarily be used by my husband for his short commute and everyday driving. It's a third car for the family, which is me, husband, and almost 18-year-old daughter.
Usually I research the pants off any purchase, and I did that... for the BMW i3. But what I learned is that they are relatively rare on the East Coast (we're outside Philly) and therefore tough to find used in our price range (under $15K), and tho super fun to drive, potentially a money pit once the warranty expires. So we went out yesterday to try other EVs, and the Leaf checked so many boxes for us that we went ahead and got it as a CPO from the local Nissan dealer.
Battery lifespan worries me a little but we only plan to have this particular car for 3 years, max, and since it only has 26K and will probably be driven <4K miles a year, I think it will suit the need!
We can trickle charge in our garage, and my husband's employer has several charging stations available, including one right outside his building - not free, but Level 2, so faster, and charging at home isn't free either, so...
I'd love to hear your best tips or favorite things about the Leaf! So far, my favorite thing is the keyless entry and ignition.
Usually I research the pants off any purchase, and I did that... for the BMW i3. But what I learned is that they are relatively rare on the East Coast (we're outside Philly) and therefore tough to find used in our price range (under $15K), and tho super fun to drive, potentially a money pit once the warranty expires. So we went out yesterday to try other EVs, and the Leaf checked so many boxes for us that we went ahead and got it as a CPO from the local Nissan dealer.
Battery lifespan worries me a little but we only plan to have this particular car for 3 years, max, and since it only has 26K and will probably be driven <4K miles a year, I think it will suit the need!
We can trickle charge in our garage, and my husband's employer has several charging stations available, including one right outside his building - not free, but Level 2, so faster, and charging at home isn't free either, so...
I'd love to hear your best tips or favorite things about the Leaf! So far, my favorite thing is the keyless entry and ignition.