Global EV Comparison: Nissan Leaf 40 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.3 Pro
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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 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) begins at €17390.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2025 | 2020-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, UK, USA | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15890 | €17390 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025).
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 240 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 285 km | 425 km |
| Range (GCC) | 238 km | 367 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 40 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.1 km/kWh | 6.33 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.6 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 | 3.3 | 5.6 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 110 kW | 107 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 148 hp | 143 hp |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | 275 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 9.6 s |
| Top Speed | 144 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023).
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4490 mm | 4261 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2030 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1788 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1530 mm | 1552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) features a larger trunk, but the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) 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 in the EU.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1580 kg | 1805 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 435 l | 385 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1176 l | 1267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.5 | 4.3 |
