2025 Nissan Leaf vs. 2024 Nissan Z Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Leaf

2025 Nissan
Leaf

MSRP*: $28,140 to $36,190
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan Z

2024 Nissan
Z

MSRP*: $42,970 to $65,750
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MPG - City Info not available 17 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 24 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 147-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 214 hp 400 - 420 hp
Exterior Length 176.4 in 172.4 - 173.2 in
Exterior Width 70.5 in 72.6 - 73.6 in
Leg Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.5 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear info not available
Head Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 37.3 in
Front 38.2 in
Rear info not available

*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
The Nissan Leaf will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Z.

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). Based on MSRP, the Nissan Leaf is clearly a better financial choice over the Nissan Z.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Leaf is much slimmer than the Nissan Z, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Nissan Leaf, which is slightly longer than the Nissan Z.

Handling
The Nissan Leaf has about the same turning radius as the Nissan Z, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Leaf is significantly less powerful than the Nissan Z. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Nissan Leaf has much less torque than the Nissan Z, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
People who frequently chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Nissan Leaf more than the Nissan Z, due to its significantly greater seating capacity.