I forgot how comforting these videos are. I purchased a car a while back, but when I was looking to find the one I wanted I watched SOOOOO many of your videos with headphones on. Once Ganja- Ooyy kicked on it felt almost like home. A sense of curiosity and excitement for a future purchase. Thanks for all you do Topher
@@aquifer9480 The good ole' boring rav4 hybrid. It nails the fundamentals. If only it had noticeably less wind noise over 45mph and remote start wasn't the most idiotic implementation I would say it is the top car for nearly everyone. Thanks to Tophers binaural videos I was ready for the wind noise. Thanks to Motormouth and savagegeese I was ready for the terrible remote start 🤣
@@tophlovr Very sensible for A to B transport, great choice. Keep up with maintence and thats a 250k mile (minus battery) vehicle too. And congrats on your purchase!
For those who dont know quite a few states and utility companies offer incentives on EVs. Where I live its roughly $10k grand off even without the federal tax credit. Lease payments can be ~$70 - ~$150 for a one or two year term. I also get free charging through work. For those who dont get it this is why you see so many EVs around. You cant get a new car for cheaper. Its the perfect second cheap car that compliments a miata / corvette perfectly.
Just bought a 40kWh one and it is superb for around town use, solid build quality (we got the Japan made one) and if you only charge it with the AC charging (J1772 for you guys) it won't overheat. In my country we also have a locally assembled base model Ioniq 5 for a little bit more, but because it's too wide for our roads and we only use it in town, we chose this instead.
@@rainretribute9852 I live in Indonesia, sadly we didn't get the 62kwh one though. I don't think there's much difference? I'm guessing build quality and the seats.
I do like 11-12 miles a day in an area not served by public transport, buying a used one of these was pretty awesome, it costs me almost nothing at all to run. They're not a good value at all new anymore, but gosh if you can find a decent second hand one and need a short hop car, they're great.
Actually for me, that is not a bad thing. I am avoiding the touch screen laden EVs. I really like the Leaf just the way it is. Wish it had a CSS port, wish the battery cooling was more robust.
@@vinhngo1894 and the lack of coolant/refrigerant going to the battery does not make any sense to me when my plug in hybrid is liquid cooled. Especially when it can greatly effect battery life/charging speed/performance
@@faheemabbas3965 Nissan developed the Aryia, which has battery cooling. The Leaf is underrated as hell. The internet blows the battery issues way out of proportion
It’s affordable, and cheap to fix. Brake pads cost like pocket change and the strut assemblies can be removed in less than 30 minutes. Yes, this platform is ancient, but it’s a simple setup, aside from the battery.
This is a constructive LEAF review. Thank you for being realistic and optimistic. I've also been saying the LEAF is a no-nonsense vehicle for a few years now when people ask about my 2015. I often get comments on the Morning Sky Blue color.
I actually love the way this looks. I even still like the interior. But good gosh, they need to update the battery tech. It just seems crazy that they don’t. So I’d never buy one even though I think the size is perfect for an EV. I despise all the giant SUVs & trucks.
To Hqy22. No it's not nice! It's partly responsible for such high vehicle prices today - having wildly overpowered engines that must be expensive! And with crowded roads over time - who is going to get to use the power anyway? PLUS today's overpowered cars are dangerous if somebody has wet soles on their shoes, and they inadvertantly slip on the accelerator, and race into people waiting at a bus stop? The cars now are only designed as playthings for designers to boast ever more powerful engines fit fir a race track - rather than being fit for purpose!
@nygelmiller5293 look, I do agree that something with more power might cause accidents, but your points make no sense. First of all, you could argue that any vehicle is dangerous, regardless of horsepower figures (besides, 200 hp isn't that much anyway). Second, to complain about engines making too much power (and influencing price) is absolutely ridiculous. If you don't want an expensive vehicle that's a bit faster, just buy a Nissan Versa or something. If you're saying all this because of something that happened to you in the past, then I apologize, but please look to think differently.
I think Kona Electric would get my consideration before the Leaf, especially since it appears it will be available in more states, including my home MI.
The Kona electric was a flop here in Canada because it only has low level charging. If you can't charge overnight at home, it is extremely impractical. No one wants to sit at a public charging station for 6+ hours.
@@tigerhawk84 Yeah, I wasn't saying the Kona was some ideal choice, but still charges a bit faster than the Leaf at what looks to be a pretty similar price point.
I never thought of this before - but since you mentioned electric cars are VIBRATIONLESS, it reminded me of the German and Japanese WANKEL ROTARY engine, that was also on (I think) a HONDA motorcycle - those engines were also vibrationless. BUT they caused slightly more pollution. So this system seems to have got things RIGHT
As someone who owned a ‘19 SV Plus there’s a lot that Nissan got right, and just as much that Nissan got wrong. This car was mid at best five years ago. The only thing that made it competitive was price and that’s gone now since it only qualifies for half the tax credit these days. I bought mine as a daily and put almost 85k on my car over four and a half years and everything about this thing was mid, the reliability, the maintenance, the comfort, the performance etc… It really is the Sentra of EVs. The biggest positive is that like the Bolt, the Leaf is a gateway EV to better electric cars. While it may be the Sentra of EVs, driving this thing is way better than driving a Sentra and it’s what convinced the wifey and I to become a two EV household with her Mach-E and my Polestar 2.
It’s simple and I have Mande many road trips -of 460 miles with it, The battery has a great warranty and even when Hot, it works well, it just take about a little longer to charge (About 1/2 more, if you need 80% to get to the next destination/charger).
@@JeffS_EV_Talks I believe these would degrade quicker than something like a Bolt? Leaf and Bolt are the top 2 for what I'd pick for an EV daily driver I just worry about long term with the Leaf's battery. I do trips of 140 miles every weekend or so. Long term .... I dunno
I get it, there are pros and cons to any decision. But for me, the Leaf SV Plus is still the best choice. It gives me very comfortable seats, all the technology I want, and a decent price point. EV Batteries degrade over time, how fast depends on you and how you use and charge your vehicle. There are plenty of satisfaction with a Leaf, just like there is with a Bolt. Whatever choice you make will be the right one for you.
I have loved nissan since 2012 i bought x trail i remember that 4x4 was very comfortable and cozy so next ride I'll like to purchase note or maybe leaf kindly give me a option what should i purchased ?
WTF are you talking about this LEAF is super sporty driving for a front wheel drive car its 10 out of 10 also the suspension is hard .. not soft... it handles and drive much better than a Tesla or any other EV that isnt from Japan
no hate to owners of this car, but I don't understand why ive had 2 incidents where they asked me for my 350kw charger at EA when there were 3 x 150s available. I feel like dealers need to do a bit of educating before sending them off the lot.
Hello Topher! I love the honest review and the cars you post. Could you please do a 2007 subaru forester xt 2.5 automatic stock please. It would be my dream for you to do this car. Thank you!
Cars make absolutely ridiculous horsepower these days. Like a car like this from as recent as maybe 10 to 15 years ago would make anywhere from 100 to 130 hp max. Now weve got regular cars like this pushing 200hp plus which ysed to be what 90s v6s would get and maybe even 70s and 80s v8s.
It’s such a shame Nissan haven’t bothered to update it again as it badly needs it, from charging ccs for European models, t connect for us , stop waiting for Renault come up with a 70kwh version water cooled Nissan soon
Winced when the charging ports opened and there's still CHAdeMO in there. The literal one concern people have with EVs is charging and this is the equivalent of kneecapping yourself.
"Wouldn't travel a really long way, because of the moderate range and slow recharging rate". ADD TO THIS - no spare tyre. THAT'S THE MAIN THING. Being from England our family visited relatives in Switzerland. Far more than this 200 mile range. BUT in the (obviously) "good old days" , all cars had a spare tyre - so you just changed a punctured wheel on the spot - and continued your journey. What do people do WITHOUT a spare tyre? I would therefore do without THE CARS OF TODAY, which are therefore not fit for the ROAD. In a way, like the Titanic - which was not fit for the SEA, when it got a HOLE, not a burst tyre! Plus: could reply to explain what ANTI GRAVITY SEATS are?
All the Japanese EVs are ridiculously priced. Where do Nissan's and Toyota/Subaru's Strategy Teams do their market research to set prices like this? Either they use data from 2010 or their internal communication takes years for emails to reach recipients. That's the only sensible explanation I can see why are so confident to sell Leaf/BZ4X/Solterra at these price points.
Not much torque steer? Come on man, you're way too easy on the critiques for cars you review. It torque steers all the way up to like 55mph from a stand still! The TC light blinks up to like 50mph in your video just going straight, lol.
I like your videos tell me you rent cars and you are paid for that your job interests me please give me advice I am from France I would like to do like you it would make me very happy to tell me this what you do because other channels do the same as you but they don't want to say the concept of video which is a shame because I'm interested, tell me please? 😀🤞
*I would pay around $10K for one of those brand new. I can't imagine any sane human being would actually pay anywhere near the price being asked for that thing. That's just bizarre.*
$36k? For what, a car to drive around in the city? Bro get a Nissan Altima or a sentra. Honestly, i need to know what kind of person is a consumer for this vehicle
Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, and even some Tesla's are better than the BYD SEAL. Also the lack of availability in markets really sucks, because Hyundai sells the Ioniq 5 almost worldwide while the seal barely made it out of china
Once these cars leave your line of sight on the road they despawn
;-;
One time one spawned randomly in front of me and I had to swerve. Very glitchy too
I forgot how comforting these videos are. I purchased a car a while back, but when I was looking to find the one I wanted I watched SOOOOO many of your videos with headphones on.
Once Ganja- Ooyy kicked on it felt almost like home. A sense of curiosity and excitement for a future purchase.
Thanks for all you do Topher
Which car did you end up buying?
@@aquifer9480 The good ole' boring rav4 hybrid. It nails the fundamentals. If only it had noticeably less wind noise over 45mph and remote start wasn't the most idiotic implementation I would say it is the top car for nearly everyone.
Thanks to Tophers binaural videos I was ready for the wind noise.
Thanks to Motormouth and savagegeese I was ready for the terrible remote start 🤣
@@tophlovr Very sensible for A to B transport, great choice. Keep up with maintence and thats a 250k mile (minus battery) vehicle too. And congrats on your purchase!
Topher and everyone else from the Daily Motor do reviews right. Honest, in-depth reviews with the best sound and camera quality.
Even a nissan leaf has a heated steering wheel. Are you listening, Audi?!
😂
What Audi doesn't have a heated steering wheel?
in many of their most popular models, no. S3, S4, etc.@@gullible119
Why do you need a heated steering wheel? It's very bad for your hands
@@RocketRabbitttNo, it is not, dope.
The traction control light is putting in a full day of work!
im sure this is an unpopular opinion but i think this looks handsome and i appreciate large windows even for such a small car like the Honda Fit does!
For those who dont know quite a few states and utility companies offer incentives on EVs. Where I live its roughly $10k grand off even without the federal tax credit. Lease payments can be ~$70 - ~$150 for a one or two year term. I also get free charging through work. For those who dont get it this is why you see so many EVs around. You cant get a new car for cheaper. Its the perfect second cheap car that compliments a miata / corvette perfectly.
Just gonna leave this here. Getting laid off and idk why but this content is relaxing me. Thanks for the upload.
don’t see the point of this car at $36,000 you can get a lot of new cars that offer alot more for the same price even a low mileage model 3p is 25k
Yeah, you’d have to be on drugs to buy this new.
I got one Leaf 2023 used for $18k only 15k miles. Definitely buy used.
@@AlmightyPyro you can buy a new Chevy bolt for 18k
8:30 I would like to clarify, it isn't 214 HP all the time, it does however have 250fb of torque throughout the rpm range until back EMF takes over.
Just bought a 40kWh one and it is superb for around town use, solid build quality (we got the Japan made one) and if you only charge it with the AC charging (J1772 for you guys) it won't overheat. In my country we also have a locally assembled base model Ioniq 5 for a little bit more, but because it's too wide for our roads and we only use it in town, we chose this instead.
Where do you live? I live in the US so I think all the ones here are made in USA. I wish we got the made in Japan ones
@@rainretribute9852 I live in Indonesia, sadly we didn't get the 62kwh one though. I don't think there's much difference? I'm guessing build quality and the seats.
I do like 11-12 miles a day in an area not served by public transport, buying a used one of these was pretty awesome, it costs me almost nothing at all to run.
They're not a good value at all new anymore, but gosh if you can find a decent second hand one and need a short hop car, they're great.
car def needs an update. looks like its from 2014 still
It is lolllllllll
Actually for me, that is not a bad thing. I am avoiding the touch screen laden EVs. I really like the Leaf just the way it is. Wish it had a CSS port, wish the battery cooling was more robust.
It’s a shame the cooling systems in these are still pretty inadequate imo
yea i had a few at my shop, the radiator and expansion tank looked like they came straight from a Versa
@@vinhngo1894 and the lack of coolant/refrigerant going to the battery does not make any sense to me when my plug in hybrid is liquid cooled. Especially when it can greatly effect battery life/charging speed/performance
at least it doesn’t have a Jatco CVT 😂
What happened to Nissan EVs? They’re supposed to be way better now vs. ten years ago. Did they stop funding their EV development at some point?
@@faheemabbas3965 Nissan developed the Aryia, which has battery cooling. The Leaf is underrated as hell. The internet blows the battery issues way out of proportion
It’s affordable, and cheap to fix. Brake pads cost like pocket change and the strut assemblies can be removed in less than 30 minutes.
Yes, this platform is ancient, but it’s a simple setup, aside from the battery.
Definite benefits for the DIY owner too.
This right here⬆️We have 2 Leafs as our dailies and they cost so little to run and maintain.
Seems like a perfect used car for running the dogs to the park and running errands in town.
Perfect for short trips that would wreck an ICE
This is a constructive LEAF review. Thank you for being realistic and optimistic. I've also been saying the LEAF is a no-nonsense vehicle for a few years now when people ask about my 2015. I often get comments on the Morning Sky Blue color.
@13:21
So you say the Leaf is BOLTed together. 😏
I actually love the way this looks. I even still like the interior. But good gosh, they need to update the battery tech. It just seems crazy that they don’t. So I’d never buy one even though I think the size is perfect for an EV.
I despise all the giant SUVs & trucks.
dang 214 hp is pretty nice ngl
To Hqy22.
No it's not nice! It's partly responsible for such high vehicle prices today - having wildly overpowered engines that must be expensive! And with crowded roads over time - who is going to get to use the power anyway?
PLUS today's overpowered cars are dangerous if somebody has wet soles on their shoes, and they inadvertantly slip on the accelerator, and race into people waiting at a bus stop?
The cars now are only designed as playthings for designers to boast ever more powerful engines fit fir a race track - rather than being fit for purpose!
@nygelmiller5293 look, I do agree that something with more power might cause accidents, but your points make no sense. First of all, you could argue that any vehicle is dangerous, regardless of horsepower figures (besides, 200 hp isn't that much anyway). Second, to complain about engines making too much power (and influencing price) is absolutely ridiculous. If you don't want an expensive vehicle that's a bit faster, just buy a Nissan Versa or something. If you're saying all this because of something that happened to you in the past, then I apologize, but please look to think differently.
I think Kona Electric would get my consideration before the Leaf, especially since it appears it will be available in more states, including my home MI.
Kona is definitely the better option
The Kona electric was a flop here in Canada because it only has low level charging. If you can't charge overnight at home, it is extremely impractical. No one wants to sit at a public charging station for 6+ hours.
@@tigerhawk84 Yeah, I wasn't saying the Kona was some ideal choice, but still charges a bit faster than the Leaf at what looks to be a pretty similar price point.
To jefflads
Lovely KONA!
Good car reviewer , keep doing videos please 👍
I like this car. Very nice ride.
I never thought of this before - but since you mentioned electric cars are VIBRATIONLESS, it reminded me of the German and Japanese WANKEL ROTARY engine, that was also on (I think) a HONDA motorcycle - those engines were also vibrationless.
BUT they caused slightly more pollution.
So this system seems to have got things RIGHT
Can you remove those back seat headrests for more rear window visibility?
Yes, I have the 2024 Leaf and it is a very comfortable vehicle too
Nice demo drive...but you never mentioned the battery size...is it the 40kw, or the 62kw model? I would want that 62kw.
The lack of active cooling on the battery makes this car really suspect long-term. Something like a Bolt or Kona/Niro EV would be a better choice.
If you live in town (or near to a town), and you drive less than 50 miles per day, then the LEAF is perfect for you.
As someone who owned a ‘19 SV Plus there’s a lot that Nissan got right, and just as much that Nissan got wrong. This car was mid at best five years ago. The only thing that made it competitive was price and that’s gone now since it only qualifies for half the tax credit these days. I bought mine as a daily and put almost 85k on my car over four and a half years and everything about this thing was mid, the reliability, the maintenance, the comfort, the performance etc… It really is the Sentra of EVs. The biggest positive is that like the Bolt, the Leaf is a gateway EV to better electric cars. While it may be the Sentra of EVs, driving this thing is way better than driving a Sentra and it’s what convinced the wifey and I to become a two EV household with her Mach-E and my Polestar 2.
38k for a leaf?? That’s gotta be a joke
@@Brian_Eugene_Lee $38K MSRP so before incentives.
I’d take a hard pass on that. Lol. I think it’s funny looking. And quite expensive in general for what you’re getting.
I really wish the battery thermal management was better ...
It’s simple and I have Mande many road trips -of 460 miles with it, The battery has a great warranty and even when Hot, it works well, it just take about a little longer to charge (About 1/2 more, if you need 80% to get to the next destination/charger).
@@JeffS_EV_Talks I believe these would degrade quicker than something like a Bolt?
Leaf and Bolt are the top 2 for what I'd pick for an EV daily driver I just worry about long term with the Leaf's battery. I do trips of 140 miles every weekend or so. Long term .... I dunno
I get it, there are pros and cons to any decision. But for me, the Leaf SV Plus is still the best choice. It gives me very comfortable seats, all the technology I want, and a decent price point. EV Batteries degrade over time, how fast depends on you and how you use and charge your vehicle. There are plenty of satisfaction with a Leaf, just like there is with a Bolt. Whatever choice you make will be the right one for you.
The brakes are by-wire - the pedal is a simulator that's giving you fake feedback, and the braking is controlled by the computer.
I have loved nissan since 2012 i bought x trail i remember that 4x4 was very comfortable and cozy so next ride I'll like to purchase note or maybe leaf kindly give me a option what should i purchased ?
That price 😂 maybe at 26k... MAYBE
WTF are you talking about this LEAF is super sporty driving for a front wheel drive car its 10 out of 10
also the suspension is hard .. not soft...
it handles and drive much better than a Tesla or any other EV that isnt from Japan
The new model set to be revealed in 2025?
The SL is the top trim.
SV is middle. S is lowest trim
How do you get the half tax credit on there? I just bought one and am curious.
Finally a real car. Nissan rules
what camera do you use ?
Everything is listed in the description
Curious to see you drive an i3 (granted no longer made)
Can't you buy a model 3 for the same price ?
36K for a Nissan Hatchback ? I am confident not many would be interested this one in the US. Maybe a few thousand
this thing got the same horsepower as a civic si 🤦🏽♂️
Zero emissions tho😂
no hate to owners of this car, but I don't understand why ive had 2 incidents where they asked me for my 350kw charger at EA when there were 3 x 150s available. I feel like dealers need to do a bit of educating before sending them off the lot.
Hello Topher! I love the honest review and the cars you post. Could you please do a 2007 subaru forester xt 2.5 automatic stock please. It would be my dream for you to do this car. Thank you!
I use these videos as ASMR while i play games lol
Nissan would have sold tons of these if they added liquid cooling battery.
Cars make absolutely ridiculous horsepower these days. Like a car like this from as recent as maybe 10 to 15 years ago would make anywhere from 100 to 130 hp max. Now weve got regular cars like this pushing 200hp plus which ysed to be what 90s v6s would get and maybe even 70s and 80s v8s.
Navigation is laggy like 2010😂
That's not the factory nav, it's apple carplay which would work the same as any other car that has carplay on as it's ran by iphone gps.
It’s such a shame Nissan haven’t bothered to update it again as it badly needs it, from charging ccs for European models, t connect for us , stop waiting for Renault come up with a 70kwh version water cooled Nissan soon
Winced when the charging ports opened and there's still CHAdeMO in there. The literal one concern people have with EVs is charging and this is the equivalent of kneecapping yourself.
"Wouldn't travel a really long way, because of the moderate range and slow recharging rate". ADD TO THIS - no spare tyre.
THAT'S THE MAIN THING.
Being from England our family visited relatives in Switzerland. Far more than this 200 mile range. BUT in the (obviously) "good old days" , all cars had a spare tyre - so you just changed a punctured wheel on the spot - and continued your journey. What do people do WITHOUT a spare tyre?
I would therefore do without THE CARS OF TODAY, which are therefore not fit for the ROAD. In a way, like the Titanic - which was not fit for the SEA, when it got a HOLE, not a burst tyre!
Plus: could reply to explain what ANTI GRAVITY SEATS are?
Those roads. Oof.
Can’t recommend if you can’t charge this away from home
All the Japanese EVs are ridiculously priced. Where do Nissan's and Toyota/Subaru's Strategy Teams do their market research to set prices like this? Either they use data from 2010 or their internal communication takes years for emails to reach recipients. That's the only sensible explanation I can see why are so confident to sell Leaf/BZ4X/Solterra at these price points.
I don’t think they wanna sell them lol
@@amg5619 Agreed lol.
Not much torque steer? Come on man, you're way too easy on the critiques for cars you review. It torque steers all the way up to like 55mph from a stand still! The TC light blinks up to like 50mph in your video just going straight, lol.
Lol this car is almost $40k?
No NACS charging, No HD Radio (Digital AM & FM), short range :(
I like your videos tell me you rent cars and you are paid for that your job interests me please give me advice I am from France I would like to do like you it would make me very happy to tell me this what you do because other channels do the same as you but they don't want to say the concept of video which is a shame because I'm interested, tell me please? 😀🤞
I'd rather have this over a model 3
Expensive
Good car for masculine American males on low salaries
*I would pay around $10K for one of those brand new. I can't imagine any sane human being would actually pay anywhere near the price being asked for that thing. That's just bizarre.*
$36k? For what, a car to drive around in the city? Bro get a Nissan Altima or a sentra. Honestly, i need to know what kind of person is a consumer for this vehicle
$37k? What a rip off. I’d get the Camry Hybrid instead for that price.
Who is gonna buy this for $36k??
:D
Looks cheap
For a 24' model year, very bland and disappointing looking.
If you want to drive the best EVs,just come to CHINA
Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, and even some Tesla's are better than the BYD SEAL. Also the lack of availability in markets really sucks, because Hyundai sells the Ioniq 5 almost worldwide while the seal barely made it out of china
How much spyware do ya got in the seal. I dont think you will seal any deals with any other countries till you figure your government out
Chinese cars are shit quality
or just drive all the American, German, and Japanese cars that the Chinese stole the designs and software from.
These are great cars if you never leave your city lol. It’s a truly terrible car to take on any road trip.
I don't get it, why is Nissan still selling the Leaf. It gets outclassed by BYD for less the price.