Nissan Leaf Base (2012) price & specs
Base
Overview
The 2012 Nissan Leaf Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 2nd October 2013. The Nissan Leaf is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Japan with prices starting at $51,490 before on-road costs.
This Nissan Leaf uses a fully electric engine.
The Nissan Leaf measures 1545mm (60.8 inches) in height, 4445mm (175.0 inches) in length, 1770mm (69.7 inches) in width with a 2700mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1535kg (3384.1 lbs) of unladen weight. The Leaf Base comes standard with 205/55 R16 front tyres and 205/55 R16 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 20,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,445 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,770 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,545 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Charge Completion Alert: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Internet: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Duration: 10.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 4 Duration: 0.50
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Front
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 254
Motor 1 Number: 1
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 111.1
Battery Cell Count: 192
Battery Cell Type: Prismatic
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 360.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 40.00
Onboard Charger: 3.6
Range (km): 170.00
Range (miles): 105.63
Useable Battery (kWh): 39.00
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 170
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.5
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 140
Maximum Speed (km/h): 140
Maximum Speed (mph): 87
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 109
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 109
Maximum Power (kW): 80
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 80
Maximum Torque (Nm): 280
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 280
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 2730
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Power Consumption
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 24.1
Combined (kWh/100km): 15.0
Combined (Wh/km): 150
Combined (Wh/mile): 241
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: Re1f61b
Description: Automatic
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: N Ev
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 370
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1540
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 60.8
Overall Height (mm): 1545
Overall Length (in): 175.0
Overall Length (mm): 4445
Overall Width (in): 69.7
Overall Width (mm): 1770
Rear Track (in): 60.4
Rear Track (mm): 1535
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1535
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3384
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1535
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3384
Tare Weight (kg): 1535
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20110916
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Rhd 5 Door Hatch
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
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