Nissan Leaf SV 2025 vs Ford “Model T moment”

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thumb image Nissan Leaf SV 2025 US$ 34,000
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thumb image Ford “Model T moment” US$ 35,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Nissan Ford
Model Leaf SV 2025 Midsize 4-door electric pickup (first vehicle on Ford’s Universal EV Platform)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric pickup (midsize)
Trims S, SV, and SV Plus TBD
Release Date November, 2025 2027 (targeted)
Status Coming Soon 2027 (targeted) • : Announced / Planned (platform + factory retool confirmed)
Made In Smyrna, Tennessee, USA Louisville Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA
Body Type Hatchback Pickup with frunk + cargo bed
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 36,000 miles yrs / 36,000 miles (vehicle, typical Ford); 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (EV 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 TBD

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single permanent-magnet synchronous motor TBD (expected RWD base; optional AWD)
Horsepower 147 hp TBD
Torque 236 lb-ft TBD
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 7.4 Seconds 4.5–5.5 sec (estimate)
Top Speed 90 mph TBD
Range 149 miles 200–260 miles (estimate, depends on battery)
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) RWD (base), AWD (optional)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (Li-ion) LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate), U.S.-made
Battery Capacity 40 kWh 50–55 kWh (estimate)
Power Consumption 3.4 mi/kWh (29 kWh/100 mi) TBD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 0-100% in 8 hours TBD (Level 2 expected ~7–11 kW)
Supercharging Speed Up to 50 kW TBD
DC Fast Charging Speed 40 min (50 kW) TBD (~100–150 kW expected)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25 miles/hour TBD
Charging Time 8 hours 35–45 min (estimate on fast charge)
Charging Connector Type AC (J1772) for Level 1/2 - DC (CHAdeMO) for fast charging Likely NACS (Ford confirmed switch by 2025)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V): 4-5 miles/hour - Level 2 (240V, 6.6 kW): 25 miles/hour Wallbox + portable charger (expected)
Onboard Charger Power 6.6 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 176.4 inches (4,480 mm) TBD (midsize, similar to Ranger/Maverick)
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) C
Cargo Space 23.6 cu ft Frunk + cargo bed (volumes TBD; Ford claims more passenger space than Toyota RAV4)
Curb Weight 3,616 lbs TBD
No. of Doors 5 Doors 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels TBD
Wheel Size 17-inch TBD
Front Tire 215/50R17 TBD
Rear Tire 215/50R17 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion Electric power steering (expected)
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (typical BEV)
Turning Radius 17.7 ft (5.4 m) TBD
Gear Box Direct drive Single-speed e-gearbox
Front Suspension MacPherson strut TBD
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam TBD

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Ford BlueCruise-like driver assistance (expected)
Navigation System Yes Ford Connected Navigation / FordPass (expected)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes (expected)
Climate Control Automatic Dual-Zone TBD
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes TBD
Over The Air Updates No Yes (confirmed)
Keyless Start Yes TBD
Keyless Entry Yes TBD
Heated Steering Wheel Yes TBD
Panoramic Sunroof No TBD
Apple Car Play Yes Likely supported
Android Auto Yes Likely supported
Touchscreen 8 inches TBD
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Expected
Bluetooth 5.1 (Hands-Free/Audio) Expected
MP3 Player Yes TBD
No. Of Speakers 6 Speakers TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking System TBD
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs TBD
Rear Brakes Discs Brake TBD
Brake Assist Yes TBD
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) Yes
Rear Seat Belt 3x 3-point belts Yes
Auto Parking sensors No Likely
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors No Likely
Multiple Cameras No Yes (rear/360 on higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring No TBD
Multi-Terrain Monitor No TBD
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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