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Nissan Leaf vs Renault 4 E-Tech

Nissan Leaf vs Renault 4 E-Tech

Nissan Leaf and Renault 4 E-Tech are compact electric hatchbacks designed for city and suburban driving. The Leaf targets buyers looking for a practical, well-established EV, while the Renault 4 E-Tech appeals to those seeking a retro-inspired, efficient city car.

The Leaf offers a range of up to 385 km depending on the battery version, whereas the Renault 4 E-Tech reaches around 320 km. Both support fast charging, but the Leaf charges slightly faster, reaching 80% in roughly 40 minutes, compared to about 45 minutes for the Renault 4 E-Tech.

The Leaf is positioned at a mid-range price with broad global availability, while the Renault 4 E-Tech is generally more affordable but limited to certain European markets. This comparison helps you decide between a longer-range, established EV or a compact, design-focused option.

Other Nissan EVs include the Ariya and the upcoming Nissan Townstar EV, with rivals like the Kia Soul EV and Chevrolet Bolt EV. Renault’s lineup includes the Zoe and Megane E-Tech, with competitors such as the Peugeot e-208 and Honda e.

Nissan Leaf pros: established reliability, longer range, good charging speed. Cons: conventional styling, smaller cargo space. Renault 4 E-Tech pros: compact design, efficient range, retro styling. Cons: slower charging, limited market availability.

QUICK VERDICT; Leaf suits buyers prioritizing range and established EV support, while Renault 4 E-Tech fits city drivers seeking compact efficiency and unique design.

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	Nissan Leaf 2025 Renault 4 E-Tech

Price
Our Rating	5.5 5.7
Brand	Nissan RENAULT
Category	Cars Cars

MODEL

Models

Nissan Leaf 52kWh
Nissan Leaf 75kWh Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh

LAUNCH

Announced	2025, June 09 2024, October 14
Status	Coming soon. Expected release 2025 Available to order. Released 2025, March
Country of origin	Japan France
Base Price	€ 29,400 £ 24,000 - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh € 32,400 £ 28,000 - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh

PERFORMANCE

Power	FWD 177 hp (130 kW) - Nissan Leaf 52kWh FWD 214 hp (160 kW) - Nissan Leaf 75kWh FWD 120 hp (90 kW) - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh FWD 150 hp (110 kW) - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Torque	254 lb-ft (345 Nm) - Nissan Leaf 52kWh 355 Nm (261 lb-ft) - Nissan Leaf 75kWh 166 lb-ft (225 Nm) - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 245 Nm (181 lb-ft) - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	9.2 sec 0-62 mph - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 8.2 sec 0-62 mph - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Max Speed	99 mph (160 km/h) 93 mph (150 km/h)
transmission	Single-speed Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity	52.9 kWh total - Nissan Leaf 52kWh 75.1 kWh total - Nissan Leaf 75kWh 40 kWh usable - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 52 kWh usable - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Tech	Liquid-cooled Li-ion Liquid-cooled Li-Ion NMC battery (400V type)
Range	373 mi WLTP (303 mi EPA) - Nissan Leaf 75kWh 186 mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 254 mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Consumption	229 Wh/mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh 243 Wh/mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Recuperation	Yes Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging	Type 2 Type 1 (USA only) Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 3 hours 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 4 hours 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
DC Charging	CCS, 10-80% in 35 min - Nissan Leaf 52kWh CCS 150 kW (max), 10-80% in 35 min - Nissan Leaf 75kWh NACS (USA only) CCS 80 kW, 15-80% in 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh CCS 100 kW, 15-80% in 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Others	Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) 2x 120V outlets, 1500W max (USA only) V2L & V2G bi-directional charging (up to 3.7 kW)

BODY

Type	5 door hatchback, 5 seats 5 door hatchback, 5 seats
Platform	CMF-EV AmpR Small
Dimensions	171.3 x 71.3 x 61.0 in (4350 x 1810 x 1550 mm) 163.0 x 70.9 x 61.8 in (4140 x 1800 x 1570 mm)
Drag Co-Efficient	0.25 Cd
Wheelbase	105.9 in (2690 mm) 103.1 in (2620 mm)
Clearance	7.1 in (181 mm)
Weight	EU: 1794 kg unladen - Nissan Leaf 52kWh EU: 1982 kg unladen - Nissan Leaf 75kWh EU: 1510 kg unladen, 1895 kg gross - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh EU: 1562 kg unladen, 1980 kg gross - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Suspension	Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link
Wheels	R18, R19 R18, R20
Trunk/Boot	US: 14.8 ft³ (EU: 15.4 ft³) EU: 420 l, 1405 l max
Frunk/Bonnet	No No
Towing	No EU: 750 kg unbraked, 750 kg braked
Others	USA dimensions: 4405 x 1810 x 1557 mm

DISPLAYS

Centre	12.3" or 14.3" touchscreen 10" touchscreen
Driver's Display	12.3" or 14.3" 7" or 10.1"
Head-Up	No No

COMFORT

Seats	Heated front seats, heated outer rear seats Heated front seats
Roof	Panoramic glass sunroof with variable light transmission (Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal technology) Fabric roof, tilt & slide
Parking Aids	Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, ProPilot autonomous parking Front and rear sensors, reversing camera, park assist
Connectivity	Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

SAFETY

Airbags

Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system Yes

Driving Aids

Front view camera and radar. Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Driver Attention Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Intelligent Around View Monitor, High Beam Assist Front radar (unconfirmed), cameras. Active Driver Assist, High Beam Assist, Emergency Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Occupant Safe Exit