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Nissan Leaf vs VW ID.7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (217 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 46400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or VW ID.7?

Nissan Leaf

VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

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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.

Nissan Leaf has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the VW ID.7 costs 46400 £. That’s a price difference of around 15604 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.7: with 13.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Nissan Leaf with 16.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.7 performs clearly better – achieving up to 708 km, about 323 km more than the Nissan Leaf.

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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 VW ID.7 has a evident edge – offering 340 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 6.90 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID.7 performs somewhat better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Nissan Leaf tops out at 157 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.7 pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 339 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Nissan Leaf is clearly perceptible lighter – 1580 kg compared to 2180 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 offers noticeable more room – 532 L compared to 394 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 performs clearly better – up to 1586 L, which is about 796 L more than the Nissan Leaf.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.7 to a small extent takes the win – 465 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.7 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £46,400
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VW ID.7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.6 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 594 - 708 km
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Nissan Leaf
VW ID.7

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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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VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Reviews Nissan Leaf

Reviews VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Boater Clareshin
2 Nov 2025, 12:59:15

It is a super comfortable car with a charging from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. This car is also a very economic car as it is fully electric.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30800 - 37200 £
Price
46400 - 54200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
270 - 385 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
39 - 59 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1580 - 1756 kg
Curb weight
2180 - 2325 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 394 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4490 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1788 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1540 - 1545 mm
Height
1535 - 1536 mm
Max trunk capacity
790 L
Max trunk capacity
1586 L
Payload
384 - 415 kg
Payload
460 - 465 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 217 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
144 - 157 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 - 340 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 160 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2019
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Nissan Leaf have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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