2025 BMW 430 vs. 2025 Nissan Leaf Review

Picture of the 2025 BMW 430

2025 BMW
430

MSRP*: $50,700 to $52,700
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Leaf

2025 Nissan
Leaf

MSRP*: $28,140 to $36,190
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MPG - City 27 - 28 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 147-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 147 - 214 hp
Exterior Length 187.9 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 72.9 in 70.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 34.5 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.5 in
Head Room Front 38.0 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 37.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will feel a little more squished in the BMW 430 than in the Nissan Leaf, due to the BMW 430's smaller rear head- and legroom. The Nissan Leaf will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the BMW 430.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW 430 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Leaf, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 430 is much wider than the Nissan Leaf, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the BMW 430, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Leaf.

Handling
The BMW 430 has a larger turning radius than the Nissan Leaf, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 430 has a much more powerful engine than the Nissan Leaf. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 430 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Nissan Leaf.

Utility
The BMW 430 has less seating than the Nissan Leaf, making the Nissan Leaf the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.