Global EV Comparison: Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh vs Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
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General Info
The Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €31490. 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 two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-2025 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain | Japan, UK, USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €31490 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €15890 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025).
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 240 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 429 km | 285 km |
| Range (GCC) | 373 km | 238 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 40 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 39 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.6 kWh/100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.34 km/kWh | 6.1 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) 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 Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 4.4 | 3.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) has more power, the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 110 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 148 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.1 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 144 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…).
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4061 mm | 4490 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1788 mm |
| Height | 1435 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2538 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-2025) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1544 kg | 1580 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 267 l | 435 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1042 l | 1176 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 4.5 |
