Nissan Leaf (2011 - 2018) Acenta 5d Auto (2013/13) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Willing to embrace new technology. Not willing to pay high fuel prices.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Most people when given the facts realise what a great car it is.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes. I think it's one of the best purchases I've ever made.

What are you likely to buy next?

Another electric car. A Tesla would be ideal!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£13,200

When did you buy the car?

January 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. Bought without seeing the car from a dealer in the countryside who was having difficulty selling the car.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Electric vehicle - great price and cheap to run.

What was the dealer like?

Friendly and helpful. Traded in my old car based on photographs. No problems at all.

What's it like to drive?

Very quiet with no engine noise. Automatic (no gears), auto lights, auto wipers so very relaxing. Nippy around town. OK on motorways but driving fast depletes the battery fastest.

What's it like to park?

Easy to park with reversing camera.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No. An excellent quiet car with automatic everything. Incredibly cheap to run.

What's most practical about your car?

It really is like any other five seat, five door hatch but powered by a battery.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Time to set the car to warm up (or cool down) on the driveway before you drive which can also be operated remotely via internet or smartphone. No more windows to scrape in the Winter.