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Nissan Leaf vs Renault Express comparison

Compare performance (217 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or Renault Express?

Nissan Leaf vs Renault Express: Key differences

Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Express

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably 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.

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

Leaf

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Express is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Nissan Leaf costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,689 £.

Express

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Leaf offers considerably more power – delivering 217 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers visibly more torque with 355 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.

Leaf

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is considerably lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 568 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 256 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf 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 £30,800
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
Nissan Leaf
Renault Express

Costs and Consumption

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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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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Nissan Leaf
Renault Express

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
437 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,393 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,811 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Payload
441 - 444 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Renault
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