Video Summary
Here is the requested summary of the YouTube video:The family has grown, and driving-age kids require an additional vehicle.
After research, the family purchased a 2023 Nissan Leaf SV Plus with a 224-mile range.
Overall, the car is loved, but there are some downsides to discuss.
The car has a special pearl white with a two-tone black roof, and mud-flap options.
The interior is spacious, suited for four, though it can fit five. A hump in the back seat obstructs a third passenger.
It has cloth interior, power windows/locks, and standard safety features.
The roomy hatchback is practical and the back seats fold down.
Positives include the car's roominess, practicality, handling, quietness, and safety features. The handling is very good, especially with the weight distribution and its quick electric motors.
For charging, the Leaf requires setting a charge timer because it charges up to 100% automatically. The car came with the 14-50 NEMA plug mobile charger, but also has a 15A trickle charger. There is some range anxiety at times.
The car doesn’t have a “frunk.”
Tesla has better thermal management than the air-cooled system in the Leaf.
The car drives well at 70-85 mph, and feels like a sports car.
The 360 camera is a great feature and a real game changer, and includes both cross-traffic alerts, lane keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.
Priced at about $38,000, it’s eligible for a $7,500 tax credit.
The entry-level Tesla Model 3 is approaching $50,000.
Nissan wasn't marking up the car and there were promotional credits to take advantage of.
In comparing a similar Camry hybrid, after 4-5 years, operating expenses for the Nissan Leaf will cost less.
The entry level Model 3 is priced significantly higher than the Nissan Leaf.
If this was the only family vehicle and was needed for road trips, then a different EV model may be needed.
In all, it is a nice-looking, great A-to-B car with good range.
