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2012 Nissan Leaf review

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Battery range (EPA estimate)

73 miles

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SL 2WD 4D Hatchback

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Navigation System

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

0.0L

Engine type

Electric

Wheelbase

106.3"

Overall length

175"

Width

69.7"

Height

61"

Leg room

F 42.1"/R 31.1"

Head room

F 41.2"/R 37.3"

Front tires

P205/55R16

Rear tires

P205/55R16

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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