Thanks to a combination of strong governmental support for reducing auto emissions and a high level of customer interest, Nissan has selected the state of Hawaii to become one of the initial launch markets for the revolutionary Nissan Leaf electric vehicle.
Said Brian Carolin, Nissan North America’s senior vice president for sales and marketing, “Nissan is looking forward to bringing the all-electric Nissan Leaf to the people of Hawaii. Through its work in fostering zero-emissions mobility throughout the state, Hawaii is demonstrating that it is EV-ready.”
The Nissan Leaf will come to market with the ability to offer drivers more than 100 miles of all-electric driving, at a top speed of up about 90 mph, all on a single charge. That’s thanks to the Leaf’s laminated lithium-ion batteries, which make for a compact 90-kW power source that delivers a surprisingly engaging driving experience. But here’s what the Leaf doesn’t deliver: CO2 or other greenhouse gases.
The zero-emissions Nissan is a practical package, too. Owners can use a quick charger to “fuel” the Leaf up to 80 percent of its full capacity in under 30 minutes. At home, a 220V outlet can deliver a full charge overnight in about eight hours.
And as its versatile and roomy interior makes it a great choice for a wide range of drivers, the Leaf’s affordable sticker price makes it an equally fine choice for a wide range of budgets. The Leaf starts with an MSRP of $32,780, but it’s eligible for a federal tax credit of $7,500, effectively reducing the car’s base price to only $25,280. Alternatively, Leaf leases are available beginning at $349 per month.
The Leaf falls into Hawaii Nissan dealerships and other select markets beginning early next year.
* * *
Keep reading Nissan news on this blog. Subscribe now.
