Global EV Comparison: Honda Fit EV Gen 1 vs Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!
Your AI Summary Is Ready!
General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) for as low as €15890, while the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2013-2015 | 2022-2025 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Japan, UK, USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €15890 |
| GCC Score | 3.9 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015).
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 132 km | 240 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 285 km |
| Range (GCC) | 125 km | 238 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 20 kWh | 40 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 19 kWh | 39 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.58 km/kWh | 6.1 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) can charge at up to 50 kW.
The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 6.6 kW, whereas the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 1 (J1772) | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 2.7 | 3.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 92 kW | 110 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 123 hp | 148 hp |
| Motor Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 144 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.7 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4105 mm | 4490 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1694 mm | 2030 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1788 mm |
| Height | 1524 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2499 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1475 kg | 1580 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 340 l | 435 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1176 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4 | 4.5 |
