Nissan Leaf 40 kWh vs Opel Astra Electric Gen 1
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) has a starting price of €35900, compared to the Opel Astra Electric (2023-…), which starts at €41990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, UK, USA | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price Europe (New) | €35900 | €41990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15890 | €28990 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Opel Astra Electric (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…).
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 240 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 285 km | 418 km |
| Range (GCC) | 238 km | 357 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 40 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 14.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.1 km/kWh | 7.03 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 7.6 |
Charging
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.6 | 5.5 |
Performance
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 110 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 148 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 9.2 s |
| Top Speed | 144 km/h | 168 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4490 mm | 4374 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2030 mm | 2062 mm |
| Height | 1530 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2675 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1580 kg | 1736 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 435 l | 352 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1176 l | 1268 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.5 | 4.1 |
