Nissan Leaf mpg equivalents revealed
Those who love the Nissan Leaf in certain parts of the country will be lucky to find in on sale at their favorite dealership. If you are one of the many Nissan dealers in Chicago, such as Liberty Nissan, you have a while to wait before it hits your lots. For those serious about driving a Leaf someday, they’ll be waiting patiently as more information rolls in about this great ride.
Recently, a cool comparison came out about the Leaf vs. MPG’s. What? Yes, fans of the Leaf will probably be curious as to what the mpg would be if it was a regular gasoline powered car, like the used Nissan Maxima Libertyville residents can find at Liberty Nissan. The answer is compiled by a trusty formula used by the EPA. They equate one mpg to 33.7 kilowatt hours of electricity. Thus, the Leaf has a combined mpg of 99. Could you imagine that? Putting it in those terms, people on the fence about electric cars might be lured in if they see the savings they could bank by switching from a reliance on gasoline to that of electric power.
When the Leaf is seen on a dealership’s floor, the information sticker will show that the estimated yearly electric cost of operating it will be about $560. Think about how much you fill up your tank and the cost of gas per gallon. Chances are, you spend a lot more to fuel up at your favorite station (not to mention all the coffee, pastries, and snacks you probably buy at the same time!). Keep in mind that cost of electricity can fluctuate and depends on many factors, so this estimated yearly cost could vary depending where you live and how often you drive.
What is certain, though, is that the Leaf is an amazing vehicle that Nissan is hoping will attract buyers of all different demographics. Those of us here at Liberty Nissan are no exception. Even though Illinois is not one of the five states to get the Leaf initially, we might down the road in 2011? You should keep in touch with our dealership staff for the most up-to-date and accurate information on the Leaf.
