Re:2013 Nissan Leaf Review
by mikestew on Saturday May 18, 2013 @04:17PM
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We got rid of a late-model Jaguar S-Type to make room for the Leaf. I'm glad we did. Cheaper to run, and just as much fun in different ways. The Leaf isn't as nicely appointed, but we've learned to live without a walnut dashboard.
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Why a leaf rather than a Tesla model S, which seems more Jaguar- equivalent?
At the time of purchase the Model S didn't exist. When pre-orders were being accepted I looked into putting a deposit down, but the signature editions were already sold out. Didn't feel like waiting for a lower-end model (higher-priced ones being built first), as we'd already been through the waiting game with the Leaf (I pre-ordered one on the first day Nissan took orders).
No matter, we like our Leaf and that gives us some time to see what else Tesla comes up with.
I personally liked the Leaf over the Tesla because of the price tag and availability. The dealer has tons of Leafs. The Tesla has a waiting list. In 2 years, I'll turn my Leaf in for a newer model that hopefully has more range and charges more quickly. I don't even want to think about the resell value of the 2013 EV in 2015 IF the range doubles and charging times get cut in half.