Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| Nissan Leaf | Volkswagen ID.3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Model years (differs) | 2025-now | 2020-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 36,990 | € 38,990 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 75/100 | 76/100 |
| Reliability (differs) | n/a | 64/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | n/a | 75/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 70/100 | 64/100 |
| Value retention | n/a | n/a |
| Specifications | ||
| Body style (differs) | SUV-coupe | Hatchback |
| Range (WLTP, km) (differs) | 604 | 426 |
| Battery (kWh) (differs) | 75 | 58 |
| Power (hp) (differs) | 218 | 204 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 7.6 | 7.3 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4350 | 4261 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1810 | 1809 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1550 | 1564 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1956 | 1815 |
| Fast charging, public charger (kW) (differs) | 150 | 120 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 437 | 385 |
| Consumption WLTP (kWh/100km) (differs) | 14.4 | 15.6 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 160 | 160 |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) | n/a | n/a |
WLTP is the official EU test cycle; real-world figures are usually a bit lower. See the guide on WLTP versus real-world consumption.
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · ZE2, derde generatie (2025+)
Third-generation Leaf (ZE2), now an SUV-coupé on the CMF-EV platform of the Alliance (shared with Ariya). Swaps CHAdeMO for CCS Combo and has liquid cooling of the battery, two historical pain points of the previous Leaf generations. Top version with 75 kWh battery reaches WLTP 604 km (manufacturer figure); 52 kWh entry has a lower range (version-dependent).
Profile · Pro facelift (2024)
Electric compact five-door on the MEB platform, facelifted in 2023-2024 with new interior material and revised software. Pro version: 58 kWh net, 426 km WLTP, 204 hp, 120 kW DC charging. Boot 385 litres, no braked tow bar. WLTP consumption 15.6 kWh/100km (manufacturer figure, not measured by us). Indicative starting price; consult the official configurator for a current figure.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.