USA EV Comparison: Nissan Leaf 52 kWh vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh
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General Info
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of . The Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, UK, USA | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $35000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 250 mi | 235 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 276 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 237 mi | 229 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 52 kWh | 57.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 49.4 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 20.8 kWh/100 mi | 23.6 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.8 mi/kWh | 4.24 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) Type 1 (J1772) | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 4.6 | 5.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 125 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | 254 lb-ft | 198 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.2 s | 8.3 s |
| Top Speed | 90 mph | 87 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh (2025-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 173.4 in | 184.6 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.6 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 71.3 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 61.3 in | 65 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 112.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3955 lb | 4057 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 20 ft3 | 27.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 55.5 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.8 | 6.9 |
