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Nissan Leaf vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric comparison

Compare performance (217 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?

Nissan Leaf vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric: Key differences

Nissan Leaf

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially 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

Leaf

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Nissan Leaf costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,966 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers significantly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 549 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.

Rocks Electric

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Leaf offers considerably more power – delivering 217 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers considerably more torque with 355 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm more.

Leaf

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Leaf offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 1,306 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Leaf carries considerably more – 444 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 302 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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.

from £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Nissan Leaf
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

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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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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Nissan Leaf
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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
-
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Curb weight
558 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,388 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
441 - 444 kg
Payload
142 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
6 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
Vauxhall
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