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Nissan Leaf vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (217 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or Toyota RAV4?

Nissan Leaf vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • substantially more electric range

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter

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:

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

Nissan Leaf is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,320 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers substantially more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 549 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4

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 Toyota RAV4 offers noticeably more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Leaf

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is marginally lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries noticeably more – 600 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 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
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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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Reviews Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Mariana González
5 Jan 2026, 23:15:27

I love it — it’s super comfortable, I’ve never had any trouble with it, very reliable and stable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 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
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
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Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Payload
441 - 444 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Nissan Leaf?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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