Nissan Leaf S 2025 vs Ford’s new low-cost EV platform

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thumb image Nissan Leaf S 2025 US$ 31,000
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thumb image Ford’s new low-cost EV platform US$ 30,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Nissan Ford
Model Leaf S 2025 Universal EV Platform
Vehicle Type Compact Electric Vehicle (EV) Electric Pickup Truck (Midsize)
Trims S, SV, and SV Plus Not Announced (Base, Mid, Premium expected)
Release Date November 2025 2026–2027 (Production start ~2026, Launch MY2027)
Status Coming Soon Upcoming (Under Development)
Made In Smyrna, Tennessee, USA Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Body Type Hatchback Pickup (Crew/Double Cab)
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 36,000 miles TBD (Expected Ford Standard EV Warranty)
Colors Solid: Glacier White, Super Black Metallic: Deep Blue Pearl, Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Gun Metallic Two-Tone Options: Possible black roof on select trims TBD (Multiple factory color options) ________________________________________

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single permanent-magnet synchronous motor Single / Dual Electric Motor Options
Horsepower 147 hp 250–400 hp (Estimated)
Torque 236 lb-ft TBD (High torque EV typical)
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 7.4 Seconds 0–60 mph in ~4.5s (performance trim est.), ~6–8s (base trims)
Top Speed 90 mph TBD
Range 149 miles 250–350 miles (Estimated)
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (FWD) RWD/FWD (base), AWD optional (dual motor)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (Li-ion) LFP Prismatic Cells (Structural Integration, CATL partnership)
Battery Capacity 40 kWh 60–100 kWh (Estimated)
Power Consumption 3.4 mi/kWh (29 kWh/100 mi) TBD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles TBD (Likely 8 yrs / 100k miles)
Home Charging Speed 0-100% in 8 hours Level 1 (120V) + Level 2 (240V) supported
Supercharging Speed N/A (Ford uses DC Fast Charging)
DC Fast Charging Speed 40 min (50 kW) 100–200 kW (Estimated)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25 miles/hour 100–200 miles per 30–45 min DC charging (Estimated)
Charging Time 8 hours 10–80% in ~20–45 min DC (Estimated)
Charging Connector Type AC (J1772) for Level 1/2 - DC (CHAdeMO) for fast charging CCS (US/EU) → Possible shift to NACS later
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V): 4-5 miles/hour - Level 2 (240V, 6.6 kW): 25 miles/hour 120V L1, 240V L2 wallbox
Onboard Charger Power 6.6 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 176.4 inches (4,480 mm) TBD
Width 70.5 inches (1,790 mm) TBD
Height 61.4 inches (1,560 mm) TBD
Wheelbase 106.3 inches (2,700 mm) TBD
Ground Clearance 5.9 inches (150 mm) TBD
Cargo Space 23.6 cu ft Pickup bed + front trunk (frunk) (Exact TBD)
Curb Weight 3,516 lbs TBD
No. of Doors 5 Doors 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Steel wheels with covers TBD
Wheel Size 16-inch TBD
Front Tire 205/55R16 TBD
Rear Tire 205/55R16 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Turning Radius 17.7 ft (5.4 m) TBD
Gear Box Direct drive Single-speed
Front Suspension MacPherson strut Independent (MacPherson Strut expected)
Rear Suspension Torsion beam Independent / Multi-Link (Expected)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Optional Ford BlueCruise (Hands-free Driving Assist)
Navigation System No Yes (OTA map updates)
Adaptive Cruise Control Optional Yes
Climate Control Manual AC Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates No Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry No Yes
Heated Steering Wheel No Optional (mid/high trims)
Panoramic Sunroof No Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes (Wireless)
Android Auto Yes Yes (Wireless)
Touchscreen 8-inch Yes (Size TBD)
WiFi & Hotspot No Yes
Bluetooth 5.1 (Hands-Free/Audio) Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 6 Speakers TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Disc
Rear Brakes Solid discs 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) TBD (Front, Side, Curtain expected)
Rear Seat Belt 3x 3-point belts 3-point
Auto Parking sensors No Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors No Yes
Multiple Cameras No Rear + 360° (higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring No Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert No Yes
Lane Keeping Assist No Yes
Lane Departure Warning No Yes
Rear Parking Aid No Yes

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