Global EV Comparison: Nissan Leaf 52 kWh vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh
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General Info
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €46000. Although the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, UK, USA | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €46000 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 402 km | 505 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 568 km |
| Range (GCC) | 382 km | 489 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 52 kWh | 73.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 49.4 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 12.9 kWh/100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.73 km/kWh | 7.09 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 9.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.6 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 165 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 221 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 269 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 144 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4405 mm | 4690 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2099 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1557 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1794 kg | 2025 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 565 l | 452 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1573 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 6.9 |
