LeftieBiker said:
A slightly off-topic question, but important that I get an answer ASAP: does the Leaf Plus accelerate about the same in Eco mode as the 40kwh Leaf? I read that the full 214 HP is only available with Eco off, and I'm wondering if a friend would be intimidated by the Plus in Eco mode if she is ok with the 40kwh Leaf in Eco.
I can't exactly answer the question because I have not driven a 40KW Leaf, but the Plus in Eco really moves out of its own way very well. You (or housemate, as the case may be) will not be disappointed. My daughter has a plug-in Prius and the Leaf accelerates much faster. and of course max torque at all RPMs so no "hunting" for correct gear either. As far as range anxiety, the Leaf Plus still has limits but they are MUCH different than our older Leaf- unless we are travelling somewhere we essentially never think about battery status- plug it in at night with a simple mechanical timer so the charge never goes above about 80% and most nights no need to charge at all. Hope this helps!