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Q: Any driving tips for winter weather conditions?
A: The Owner's Manual has a dedicated section on Cold Weather Driving (sections 5-26).
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Q: How much torque does the Nissan LEAF™ have?
A: 207 lbs per foot. And it has 100% torque available at 0 RPM!
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Q: Will the mileage decrease over time as the battery ages?
A: Like any battery, usage and age will lead to a gradual loss of capacity which will impact your driving range.
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Q: I live in NYC, so traffic is a problem. Does the battery still drain when you are not moving?
A: The battery is drained only if you are using lights, stereo, and other accessories when you're not in motion.
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Q: About what would the 100 mile range reduce to if carrying 4 people at 200 pounds each?
A: Load and driving style have an impact, as they do in any car. Range is based on LA4 test cycle ratings conducted in laboratory tests. This is based upon EPA five-cycle tests using varying driving conditions and climate controls, the EPA has rated the Nissan LEAF™ a driving range of 73 miles. Range will vary with driving habits, conditions, weather and battery age.
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Q: How does driving in cold weather affect the performance and battery life?
A: Your driving habits and patterns and accessory use (including heat and a/c) and outside ambient temperature all play a role in driving range. The Nissan LEAF™ is equipped with standard cold weather features including a battery warmer, heated steering wheel, and heated seats in both the front and rear.
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Q: Can the Nissan LEAF™ tow a small boat or garden trailer?
A: We don’t recommend towing as the Owner's Manual states. Longer-term, we hope to provide options for specific needs like yours.
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Q: What kind of acceleration does the Nissan LEAF™ have?
A: The Nissan LEAF™ has acceleration that is surprisingly quiet and effortless, with 100% torque at 0 RPMs.
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Q: What do I do if I want to go farther than 100 miles in one trip?
A: The Nissan LEAF™’s CARWINGS® system will be able to show you charging locations along your route.
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Q: How fast can this car go?
A: It can reach a top speed of about 90 mph.
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Q: I drive 30k miles a year but never more then 100 miles a day. Would a Nissan LEAF™ work for me?
A: 95% of Americans don’t drive more than 100 miles a day. Range will vary with conditions, weather and battery age.
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Q: Is the Nissan LEAF™ front or all wheel drive?
A: The Nissan LEAF™ front wheel drive.
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Q: I know the range is roughly 100 miles, but is that doing 70mph for 30 miles a day, or more like 25-35mph?
A: The range varies with driving habits, conditions, weather, and battery age.
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Q: What distance does it cover on a single charge?
A: Up to 100 miles, based on the LA4 drive cycle conducted in laboratory tests using EPA test methodology. Based upon EPA five-cycle tests using varying driving conditions and climate controls, the EPA has rated the Nissan LEAF™ a driving range of 73 miles. Range will vary with driving habits, conditions, weather and battery age.
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Q: How much does the heater reduce the range of the vehicle?
A: Running the heater or a/c will have an impact on the range. You’ll be able to pre-heat and pre-cool the car while charging before you leave to reduce battery load and optimize range.
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