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Nissan LEAF vs Toyota Prius—which one is better?

I’m trying to lower my gas emissions so I’ve been looking into hybrid and electric vehicles. It’s come down to the Nissan LEAF vs the Toyota Prius but I’m not sure which one to choose.

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Shannon Fitzgerald · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Swapping your gas guzzler for an electric or hybrid vehicle is a great move to help protect the planet! Here are some specs for the
2022 Nissan LEAF
vs the
2022 Toyota Prius
to give you an idea of how the two compare:
Factor
2022 Nissan LEAF
2022 Toyota Prius
Engine
147-horsepower electric synchronous motor w/ 40.0-kWh battery pack
1.8 L 121-horsepower gas/electric I-4
Fuel economy
123 city/99 highway mpge
58 city/53 highway mpg
Fuel tank capacity
Not applicable
11.3 gallons
EPA electricity range
149 miles
Not applicable
Emissions
0 tons/yr of CO2
3.1 tons/yr of CO2 at 15K mi/yr
Comparing an electric vehicle to a hybrid vehicle for fuel efficiency may seem unfair, so let’s take a look at expert and consumer ratings and reviews, too. While the Nissan LEAF earned 7.9/10 from Edmunds expert reviewers and 4.⅗ from consumers, the Prius earned 7.3/10 and 5/5, respectively.
The LEAF is known for great standard safety features, affordable pricing, and quiet handling, but it has limited storage and its charging port isn’t always supported at public charging stations. In comparison, the Prius has great mileage, quiet driving, and easy maneuverability, but it’s notorious for slow acceleration and dated infotainment technology.
The decision between the Nissan LEAF and the Toyota Prius is ultimately up to your preferences. Either way, you’ll want to protect your eco-friendly investment with quality car insurance.
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