"The 2026 Leaf has little jaw-dropping technology, but several features stand out. Unusually, Nissan built in separate AC and DC charging ports. The Leaf includes both wireless and wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay phone mirroring, and Google routing services (on all but the S+ base model). Like a growing number of EVs, via a pair of 120-volt outlets-though only on the highest-end trim-you can power stereos, cooler"
"The new Leaf competes with the Hyundai Kona Electric, the Kia Niro EV, and the upcoming and rebooted 2027 Chevrolet Bolt. All are compact hatchbacks with front-wheel drive, rated at 250 miles or more, priced at $35,000 or less. Even as national purchase incentives in the US end on September 30, these models promise to make EVs far more affordable at a time when the average US sale price of a new vehicle nears $50,000."
The 2026 Nissan Leaf returns as an SUV-styled tall hatch offering a base model with a 300-mile rated range and a starting price near $31,485. The model competes with other long-range compact EVs like the Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia Niro EV, and the upcoming Chevrolet Bolt, positioning itself as an affordable option as incentives change. Notable equipment includes separate AC and DC charge ports, wireless and wired phone mirroring, and Google routing on most trims, plus utility outlets on high trims. The car is impressively quiet with good steering, but lacks AWD, one-pedal driving, and rear legroom for four six-foot adults.
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