Used 2012 Nissan LEAF SL Hatchback Review
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A Connecticut Leaf Owner Speaks
ctleafowner, Medford, NY, 02/12/2012
2012 Nissan LEAF SL 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
I am not your prototypical Leaf owner.
For one, I live in Connecticut...one of two Leaf owners in the state...I have a long commute (45 miles one way) and, at the moment, I don't have a Level 2 charger where I work (I'm working on that, but the Chevy Volt has made convincing my company to get one very difficult).
After a few rookie mistakes (driving 70 mph to work in the cold w/o a full … charge), one of which found me driving into my garage with 4 miles of charge left, I have learned to drive back and forth to work with no range issues.
The Leaf definitely makes you think about the way you drive and makes you think about your trips before you go anywhere.
That being said, I love my Leaf.
Passing Gas Stations!
carlover59, Nashville, TN, 08/05/2012
2012 Nissan LEAF SL 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
Had for over a month and with nearly a 1000 miles, I haven't had to purchase any gas yet for our other car (gas of course, we always drive the Leaf whenever possible). The Leaf feels like a luxury car, not a economy car. Quieter than a Lexus, a smooth ride and based upon the electricity used so far, averaging around 140 mpg equivalent. The city driving range has been around 80 miles … which for my daily commute has been good.
High Price, all-electric
east_coast, Sterling, VA, 12/27/2011
2012 Nissan LEAF SL 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
I bought a Nissan Leaf SL and this review tells the pros and cons. The dealer, Koons Nissan in Virginia, would not disclose the costs. Here they are: Standard MSRP = $38,100. Processing fee = $499. Tax = $1,157.97. Filing Fee $10. Business License tax = $72.40. Plates = $105.50. Total Price = $39,944.88, not including floor mats. Honestly, you have to pay an extra $175 for floor mats. … The Federal E.Car subsidy of up to $7,500 will come in April (tax return) if you buy or is taken off immediately if you lease.
I regret waiting 16 months to pay way too much for all-electric. It seems worth about $20-22k. Other than the price, Nissan proprietary GPS, and no floor mats, it is fun to drive.
love it
deborah, Conroe, TX, 09/02/2015
2012 Nissan LEAF SL 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
I have had my Leaf a little over 2 months and i adore it. If i could change a few things this would of course be the range, i am just starting to adjust to the range anxiety. I work from home so that solves a chunk of range. I have learned a great deal about improving my driving skills in order to save miles! The second thing about the car is the shifter....cant understand why reverse … is a forward shift and drive is to the back..lol, am now adjusted to it but was confused in the first week. Third thing is the rear window limited view, i took the rear headrest off and that helped alot. Other than that, the car fits me to a T. I bought mine used at 17,000 miles for 11,500. I feel that was a very nice deal, all though since buying it i have lost 1 battery bar which concerns me.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Nissan LEAF SL Hatchback
Pros & Cons
- Pro:No more gas stations
- Pro:spacious, quiet cabin
- Pro:ample features
- Pro:snappy acceleration
- Pro:intelligent navigation system.
- Con:Limited cruising range
- Con:limited recharging points
- Con:home charger is a necessity
- Con:small trunk for a hatchback.
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