2014 Nissan LEAF

The leader in the "no gas, no tailpipe" zero-emission era, Nissan Leaf is powered by an advanced lithium-ion battery composed of 48 compact modules and a high-response 80kW AC synchronous motor that generates 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque, providing a highly responsive, fun-to-drive experience that is in keeping with what consumers have come to expect from traditional, gasoline-powered vehicles.

Unlike internal-combustion engine-equipped vehicles, Leaf's powertrain has no tailpipe and thus no emission of CO2 or other greenhouse gases while being driven.

The Nissan Leaf can be charged up to 80 percent of its full capacity in 30 minutes when equipped with a quick charge port and using a DC fast charger. Charging at home through a 220V outlet is estimated to take approximately four hours with the onboard charger. The advanced lithium-ion battery pack carries a warranty of 8 years or 100,000 miles.

The highly innovative, industry leading Leaf 100-percent electric vehicle received a number of important enhancements in 2013, including the addition of a new lower priced Leaf S grade, an array of new features for the Leaf SL grade, new option packages with available Around View Monitor and an available 6.6 kW onboard charger that reduces 220V charging time nearly in half to approximately four hours for a full charge.

Leaf's CARWINGS telematics system includes remote charge and climate control management, the ability to view charging station availability in vehicle from an expanding list of networks, and POIs powered by Google.

For 2014, additional enhancements include: RearView Monitor becomes standard on all grades; and updated EV-IT functionality with voice destination entry and SMS readout.