Peugeot iOn Gen 1 vs Nissan Leaf 40 kWh

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General Info

The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $29280. The Peugeot iOn Gen 1 (2010-2020) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

Property Peugeot iOn Gen 1 Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
Years of Production 2010-2020 2022-…
Current Status Discontinued Produced
Country of Manufacture Japan Japan, UK, USA
Body Style Hatchback Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $29280
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $9999
GCC Score 4.2 4.8

Range and Efficiency

While the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Peugeot iOn Gen 1 (2010-2020).

Property Peugeot iOn Gen 1 Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 149 mi
Range (WLTP) 62 mi 177 mi
Range (GCC) 62 mi 148 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 16 kWh 40 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 14.5 kWh 39 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 23.4 kWh/100 mi 26.4 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.28 mi/kWh 3.79 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.4 5.6

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 50 kW.

The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 6.6 kW, whereas the Peugeot iOn Gen 1 (2010-2020) is limited to 3.7 kW.

Property Peugeot iOn Gen 1 Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
Max Charging Power (AC) 3.7 kW 6.6 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 50 kW 50 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CHAdeMOType 1 (J1772) CHAdeMOType 1 (J1772)
Charging Score 3 3.3

Performance

The Peugeot iOn Gen 1 (2010-2020) is rear-wheel drive, while the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Peugeot iOn Gen 1 Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
Drive Type RWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 49 kW 110 kW
Motor Power (hp) 66 hp 148 hp
Motor Torque 145 lb-ft 236 lb-ft
0-60 mph 15.3 s 7.7 s
Top Speed 81 mph 90 mph
Performance Score 1.4 3.1

Dimensions

The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) is longer and wider, but the Peugeot iOn Gen 1 (2010-2020) is taller.

The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Peugeot iOn Gen 1 Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
Length 136.8 in 176.4 in
Width (with Mirrors) 70.6 in 79.9 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 58.1 in 70.5 in
Height 63.3 in 61.5 in
Wheelbase 100.4 in 106.3 in

Cargo and Towing

The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Peugeot iOn Gen 1 (2010-2020) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Peugeot iOn Gen 1 Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
Number of Seats 4 5
Curb Weight 2469 lb 3509 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 5.9 ft3 23.6 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 30.4 ft3 30 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4.2 4.5
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