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Ford Ranger vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Nissan Leaf?

Ford Ranger vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • noticeably more power
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Nissan Leaf

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Leaf is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,625 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers considerably more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 582 km more than the Ford Ranger.

Leaf

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Ranger offers noticeably more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers clearly more torque with 697 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 342 Nm more.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Leaf is noticeably lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries considerably more – 989 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 545 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
Ford Ranger
Nissan Leaf

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Ford Ranger
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
441 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Nissan
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