Global EV Comparison: Nissan Leaf 40 kWh vs Tesla Roadster 2025
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General Info
Although the Tesla Roadster 2025 has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe. The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €15890 on the used car market.
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is a Hatchback, whereas the Tesla Roadster 2025 is a Roadster.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2025 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, UK, USA | USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15890 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025).
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 240 km | 998 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 285 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 238 km | 948 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 40 kWh | 200 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39 kWh | 190 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 20 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.1 km/kWh | 4.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 8.6 |
Charging
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.6 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 3.3 | 9.5 |
Performance
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 110 kW | 1000 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 148 hp | 1341 hp |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 144 km/h | 410 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 8.8 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is longer and taller, but the Tesla Roadster 2025 is wider.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2030 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1788 mm | 2000 mm |
| Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2800 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 | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1580 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 435 l | 150 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1176 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.5 | 2.5 |
