Nissan Leaf S 2025 vs Ford Focus Electric (EV)

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thumb image Nissan Leaf S 2025 US$ 31,000
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thumb image Ford Focus Electric (EV) US$ 29,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Nissan Ford
Model Leaf S 2025 Focus Electric
Vehicle Type Compact Electric Vehicle (EV) Compact Hatchback (EV)
Trims S, SV, and SV Plus Single electric trim (based on Focus hatchback Titanium equipment)
Release Date November 2025 Originally 2011 (final production 2018)
Status Coming Soon Discontinued (2018)
Made In Smyrna, Tennessee, USA United States (Michigan Assembly Plant)
Body Type Hatchback 5-door Hatchback
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 36,000 miles 3 years / 36,000 miles (basic), 8 years / 100,000 miles (battery)
Colors Solid: Glacier White, Super Black Metallic: Deep Blue Pearl, Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Gun Metallic Two-Tone Options: Possible black roof on select trims Available in multiple Ford colors (e.g., White Platinum, Magnetic, Shadow Black, Kona Blue, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single permanent-magnet synchronous motor 3-phase permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Horsepower 147 hp 143 hp (107 kW)
Torque 236 lb-ft 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 7.4 Seconds 11.4 seconds (0–100 km/h)
Top Speed 90 mph 135 km/h (84 mph)
Range 149 miles 185 km (115 miles EPA, with 33.5 kWh pack)
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (FWD) Front-wheel drive (FWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled, LG Chem)
Battery Capacity 40 kWh 33.5 kWh
Power Consumption 3.4 mi/kWh (29 kWh/100 mi) 19–20 kWh/100 km (real-world)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 0-100% in 8 hours 6.6 kW onboard charger (adds ~20 miles/hour at Level 2)
Supercharging Speed Not supported (no Tesla Supercharger compatibility)
DC Fast Charging Speed 40 min (50 kW) Up to ~50 kW via CCS Combo
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25 miles/hour Level 1 (120V): ~3–4 miles/hr
Charging Time 8 hours Level 1 (120V): 18–20 hours
Charging Connector Type AC (J1772) for Level 1/2 - DC (CHAdeMO) for fast charging SAE J1772 (AC), CCS Combo (DC)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V): 4-5 miles/hour - Level 2 (240V, 6.6 kW): 25 miles/hour 120V (slow), 240V wallbox (recommended)
Onboard Charger Power 6.6 kW 6.6 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 176.4 inches (4,480 mm) 4,358 mm (171.6 in)
Width 70.5 inches (1,790 mm) 1,810 mm (71.3 in)
Height 61.4 inches (1,560 mm) 1,478 mm (58.2 in)
Wheelbase 106.3 inches (2,700 mm) 2,648 mm (104.3 in)
Ground Clearance 5.9 inches (150 mm) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Cargo Space 23.6 cu ft 14 cu ft (~396 L, reduced due to battery placement)
Curb Weight 3,516 lbs 1,700 kg (3,600+ lbs)
No. of Doors 5 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Steel wheels with covers Alloy
Wheel Size 16-inch 17-inch
Front Tire 205/55R16 215/55R17
Rear Tire 205/55R16 215/55R17

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion Electric power-assisted steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (EV reduction gear)
Turning Radius 17.7 ft (5.4 m) 11.1 m (36.4 ft)
Gear Box Direct drive Single gear (fixed ratio)
Front Suspension MacPherson strut Independent MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Torsion beam Independent Control Blade (multi-link) ________________________________________

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Optional Not available
Navigation System No Integrated navigation (with MyFord Touch in later years)
Adaptive Cruise Control Optional Not available (standard cruise only)
Climate Control Manual AC Dual-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates No Not supported
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry No Yes
Heated Steering Wheel No Available in later models
Panoramic Sunroof No Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Supported (after 2016 SYNC 3 update)
Android Auto Yes Supported
Touchscreen 8-inch 8-inch SYNC 3 system
WiFi & Hotspot No Not available (basic connectivity only)
Bluetooth 5.1 (Hands-Free/Audio) Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 6 Speakers 9-speaker Sony audio system (premium)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking System 4-wheel disc with regenerative braking
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes Solid discs Solid disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 6 Airbags or more (front, side, curtain) 6 (front, side, curtain)
Rear Seat Belt 3x 3-point belts Yes
Auto Parking sensors No Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors No Not available (basic parking sensors only)
Multiple Cameras No Rear camera only
Blind Spot Monitoring No Not available
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Not available
Stability Control Yes Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Heated power mirrors
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert No Not available
Lane Keeping Assist No Not available
Lane Departure Warning No Not available
Rear Parking Aid No Rear sensors + camera

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