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Nissan Leaf vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (217 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or Lotus Eletre?

Nissan Leaf vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Nissan Leaf

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Leaf

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Leaf is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,891 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is considerably more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 8.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers barely more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 54 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Eletre

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 Lotus Eletre offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 701 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm more.

Leaf

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Leaf is noticeably lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 701 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
Nissan Leaf
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Nissan Leaf
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
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Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
-
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
441 - 444 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Lotus
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