Comparing the 2016 chevy volt to the 2015 nissan leaf. When you should keep your volt in recent weeks we have heard numerous reports of people speaking to the media explaining why they traded their chevy bolt for a. Oct 10, 2017 nissan leaf the rivalry between the chevrolet bolt ev and the secondgeneration nissan leaf went from flinging around theoretical specs, conceptcar designs, and faraway launch dates to mass. Chevy volt and nissan leaf celebrate their sixthyear. The leaf went on to sell 150,000 by november 2014 and 200,000 in december 2015. Nissan leaf, chevy volt among top 10 cars with highest. According to a recent 2018 depreciation study by iseecars, the chevrolet volt and nissan leaf make the top ten list of cars with the highest depreciation. Compare rankings and see how the cars you select stack up against each other in terms of performance, features, safety, prices and more. Cumulative volt sales passed leaf sales in march 2016, and became once again the best selling plugin car in the u.
Here we are in the fall of 2015 and two of the most popular massmarket electric vehicles are set to advance to stage two. While its not small, the leafs rear space certainly concedes some room to the cars batteries. While it has competition, the volt outshines its rivals, particularly the 2015 nissan leaf. Lets take a look at the differences between the chevy and the nissan. The nissan leaf is the first allelectric vehicle to be built on a large scale by a major automaker. The chevrolet volt was the original plugin hybrid, proving that the technology could be adapted to a massmarket family vehicle. Lebeau just recently published his test drive experience of. Owners manual 2015 leaf 2015 nissan leaf ze0d ze0d printing. In development since 2007, the volt finally went up for sale in 2011. Glancing through the pages on the volt, i am not as drawn to the style initially as the leaf. Jul 16, 2014 the 2015 volt marks the second time chevrolet has boosted the battery size in its rangeextended electric car. Jan 17, 2016 comparing the 2016 chevy volt to the 2015 nissan leaf. For the last five years, the chevrolet volt and the nissan leaf have been the two bestselling plugin electric cars in the u. The chevrolet volt and the nissan leaf are the bestselling plugin electric vehicles, also called evs, in the united states.
The 2015 chevrolet volt is a popular option for drivers looking for a hybrid sedan. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Chevy volt keeps nissan leaf in rearview with strong may. The 2015 volt marks the second time chevrolet has boosted the battery size in its rangeextended electric car. With no onboard rangeextending generator like the chevrolet volts, the leaf has an epaestimated range of 84 miles before it needs. We have 201 2015 chevrolet volt vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 83 1owner cars, and 228 personal use cars. But chevrolet sold 2,851 volts in september for 16,348 so far this year, up from. The nissan leaf is a purely batteryelectric massmarket car. When you should keep your volt in recent weeks we have heard numerous reports of people speaking to the media explaining why they traded their chevy bolt for a tesla. The fully electric 2015 nissan leaf is a better option for daily commuting than the volt. Canada76951 black plate 5,1 2015 crc 91514 introduction v vehicle symbol chart here are some. One who has is the wellknown automotive journalist phil lebeau. Chevrolet bolt ev concept takes on tesla and nissan leaf. The leaf has two rows of adultfriendly seats and significantly more cargo space.
But this was the original, the one that redeemed general motors ev division. On the performance front, the leafs electric motor has plenty of power for driving on city streets, though it. Both hybrids boast excellent fuel economy, but the 2015 volt zooms past the leaf in all other categories. Tested by car and driver, the 2015 chevy volt fwd has proven to be a faster vehicle than the 2015 nissan leaf. Nissan leaf the rivalry between the chevrolet bolt ev and the secondgeneration nissan leaf went from flinging around theoretical specs, conceptcar. The volt and leaf have been keystone products, but ambitious goals set at the beginning of this decade, including by nissan and gm were revised, and even president barack obamas onemillion pev. See problems for this generation share on facebook. Oct 26, 2010 theres a lot of controversy comparing the nissan leaf to the chevy volt, but it all has to do with whether or not the volt is truly an electric car, or whether its a hybrid. The leaf sold its first 100,000 units in january 2014, and the volt did so in october 2015. Many other plugin hybrids have hit the market since. Chevy volt and nissan leaf test drive comparison gmvolt. Dec 09, 2016 for the last five years, the chevrolet volt and the nissan leaf have been the two bestselling plugin electric cars in the u. One of the advantages i was looking forward to, owning a leaf, was the fact that the power train is so much simpler than a gas powered car.
To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features, please go to 3. This year, however, a new last year chevy volt faces off against. View online or download chevrolet 2015 volt owners manual. Search over 2,100 listings to find the best local deals. The volt i tested was of the penultimate generation, as the new volt has been rolling off detroits assembly lines since 2016. For about 3040 miles, the volt will run in a pureelectric. Detailed features and specs for the used 2015 chevrolet volt including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Unlike the chevrolet volt or toyota prius, the leaf runs on electric power only, with four doors and room for five. So far in 2016, leaf sales are at 4,697, which is a drop of 39. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information.
This year, however, a new last year chevy volt faces off against a. The volt ranked as the alltime top selling plugin electric car in the united states until february 2015, when it was surpassed by the allelectric nissan leaf in march 2015. For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle. Nov 25, 2016 the chevrolet volt and the nissan leaf are the bestselling plugin electric vehicles, also called evs, in the united states.
Chevy volt sales race ahead of nissan leaf cbs news. But if you want the ability to take advantage of the leafs ultimate party. The 2015 nissan leaf is an electric vehicle ev with a range of up to 84 miles, it is sold in three grade and is powered by a 80 kw electric motor with lithiumion batteries producing a combined. For vehicles first sold in canada, substitute the name general motors of canada limited for chevrolet motor division wherever it appears in this manual. Neither a conventional priuslike hybrid, nor a pure electric like the nissan leaf, the 2015 chevrolet volt tries to be a bit of both. The 2015 chevrolet volt adds an incar wifi hotspot with 4g lte connection from onstar, a new exterior color, and a battery storage increase to 17. Anonymous, az 2015 chevrolet volt none plugin hybrid i had a loose front fender, or a gap in it at least, and it was fixed when the headlight was replaced, but now it has popped back out. Beyond the secondgeneration volt with now 53 miles ev range and ability to run more efficiently in hybrid operation, and on regulargrade gas, nissan is looking to a secondgeneration leaf, maybe. And the pump isnt the only place where the nissan leaf will save you moneyit also beats out the chevrolet volt on the lot. Theres a lot of controversy comparing the nissan leaf to the chevy volt, but it all has to do with whether or not the volt is truly an electric car, or whether its a hybrid. Chevy volt and nissan leaf celebrate their sixthyear anniversary. Chevrolet volt the plugin hybrid volt is among the leafs biggest competitors. Jul 22, 2014 while its not small, the leafs rear space certainly concedes some room to the cars batteries. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2015 chevrolet volt and 2015 ford focus electric and 2015 nissan leaf.
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