Nissan Leaf 2021
The Nissan Leaf 2021 continues to impress as a popular all-electric vehicle, offering a combination of sustainability, technology, and practicality. It builds upon the success of previous models with various enhancements. Here are some key features and highlights of the Nissan Leaf 2021:
- Design: The Leaf 2021 showcases a modern and aerodynamic design, with a sleek profile and distinctive Nissan styling cues. It features Nissan’s signature V-motion grille, LED headlights, and a floating roof design. The exterior design promotes improved aerodynamics and efficiency.
- Electric Powertrain: The Leaf 2021 retains its all-electric powertrain, providing zero-emission driving and instant torque. It comes with a choice of two battery options: a 40 kWh battery or an available larger 62 kWh battery. The electric motor delivers responsive performance, making the Leaf a fun and efficient vehicle to drive.
- Extended Driving Range: With the larger 62 kWh battery option, the Leaf 2021 offers an estimated range of up to 226 miles (363 kilometers), reducing the need for frequent charging and providing greater driving flexibility. The extended range makes the Leaf suitable for both daily commuting and longer trips.
- ProPILOT Assist: The Leaf 2021 incorporates Nissan’s ProPILOT Assist technology, offering advanced driver assistance features. This includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and automatic emergency braking. ProPILOT Assist enhances safety and helps reduce driver fatigue during highway driving.
- e-Pedal Technology: The Leaf 2021 retains its e-Pedal technology, allowing drivers to accelerate, decelerate, and come to a complete stop using only the accelerator pedal. This regenerative braking system helps maximize energy efficiency and provides a seamless driving experience.
- Technology and Connectivity: The Leaf 2021 offers a range of technology features for convenience and connectivity. It includes a touchscreen infotainment system with available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Additional features may include a navigation system, voice recognition, and access to various vehicle settings.
- Charging Options: The Leaf 2021 supports Level 2 charging and offers an available quick-charging capability with DC fast charging. Level 2 charging can be done at home or at public charging stations, while DC fast charging allows for faster charging times and is available at compatible charging stations.
These are some of the key features and highlights of the Nissan Leaf 2021 model. For more specific details and to explore the available trim levels and options, I recommend visiting Nissan’s official website or contacting a Nissan dealership for the most accurate and comprehensive information.
EFFICIENT USE OF YOUR VEHICLE
RANGE
The distance you can drive the vehicle (range) varies considerably depending upon the available charge, weather, temperature, usage, battery age, topography, and driving style.
Refer to the Monroney label (window sticker) for the official EPA range. Your actual range will vary and could be significantly less, either initially or as the battery ages and with use over time. For additional information, see “Improve driving range” (P. EV-22) for information on the factors that affect vehicle range and how to use the vehicle to maximize vehicle range.
IMPROVE DRIVING RANGE
Vehicle range depends on a number of factors.
Actual vehicle range will vary depending upon:
- Speed,
- Vehicle load,
- Electrical load from vehicle accessories,
- Traffic and road conditions,
- Distance driven without stopping,
- Usage,
- Driving style,
- Battery age,
- Weather or temperature,
- Topography,
- Charging habits.
NISSAN recommends the following driving habits to help maximize vehicle range:
Before driving:
- Follow recommended periodic maintenance.
- Keep tires inflated to correct pressure.
- Keep wheels in the correct alignment.
- Pre-heat or pre-cool the interior cabin while the vehicle is charging.
- Remove unnecessary cargo from the vehicle.
While driving: - Drive in ECO mode
- The ECO mode helps reduce power consumption by reducing acceleration when compared to the same accelerator pedal position in the D (Drive) position (normal mode).
- Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruising speeds with constant accelerator positions or by using cruise control when appropriate.
- Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Gently press and release the accelerator pedal for acceleration and deceleration.
- Drive at moderate speeds on the highway.
- Avoid extending highway driving with multiple quick charges.
- Avoid frequent stopping and braking. Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
- Turn off the air conditioner/heater when it is not necessary.
- Select a moderate temperature setting for heating or cooling to help reduce power consumption.
- Use the air conditioner/heater and close windows to reduce drag when cruising at highway speed.
- Vehicle range may be substantially reduced in extremely cold conditions (for example, -4°F (-20°C)).
- Using the climate control system to heat the cabin when the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C) uses more electricity and affects vehicle range more than when using the heater when the temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
- When it is cold, use the steering wheel heater in substitution for the heater/air conditioner. The steering wheel heater consumes less power than the heater/air conditioner.
- Release the accelerator pedal to slow down and do not apply the brakes when traffic and road conditions allow.
- This vehicle is equipped with a regenerative brake system. The primary purpose of the regenerative brake system is to provide some power to recharge the Li-ion battery and extend the driving range. A secondary benefit is “engine braking” which operates based on Li-ion battery conditions. In the D (Drive) position, when the accelerator is released, the regenerative brake system provides some deceleration and some power to the Li-ion battery.
LI-ION BATTERY LIFE
The Li-ion battery’s ability to hold a charge, like all batteries, decreases with battery age and usage which results in decreased vehicle range when compared to the vehicle range when the vehicle was new. This is normal and expected, and does not indicate a malfunction of the vehicle or Li-ion battery.
The Li-ion battery’s ability to hold a charge can be affected by how you drive the vehicle, store the vehicle, how you charge the Li-ion battery and Li-ion battery temperature during vehicle operation and charging.
To maximize the battery’s useful life, use the following driving and charging habits where possible:
- Avoid exposing a vehicle to extreme ambient temperatures for extended periods.
- Avoid storing a vehicle in temperatures be-low −13°F (−25°C) for more than seven days.
- Avoid leaving your vehicle for more than 14 days where the Li-ion battery available charge gauge reaches a zero or near zero (state of charge).
- Allow the vehicle and Li-ion battery to cool down after use before charging.
- Park/store your vehicle in cool locations out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources.
- Avoid sustained high battery temperatures (caused, for example, by exposure to very high ambient temperatures or ex-tending highway driving with multiple quick charges [if so equipped]).
- Use the normal charging or trickle charging methods to charge the Li-ion battery and minimize the use of public Fast Charge or Quick Charger.
- Moderate driving.
- Use of ECO mode.
- Do not operate the charging timer repeatedly while the charge connector is connected to the vehicle after the Li-ion battery charging is completed. Doing so may discharge the 12-volt battery.
- The power of the Li-ion battery can be checked on the Li-ion battery available charge gauge. For additional information, see “Li-ion battery available charge gauge” (P. 2-9).
LI-ION BATTERY MAINTENANCE
In addition to the regular maintenance recommended by NISSAN, the LEAF requires some special Li-ion battery inspections.
- For additional information, refer to the NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet for significant limitations, exclusions and possible voiding of your warranty result-ing from failure to have these necessary inspections, repairs and/or adjustments performed.
- For a detailed explanation of the Li-ion battery inspection and intervals, see “Maintenance and schedules”.
EV UNIQUE INFORMATION
METERS AND INDICATORS
Various meters and gauges related to the EV functions are displayed in the vehicle information display.
Meter
Master warning light
The master warning light (red or yellow) 1O illuminates when messages are displayed
on the vehicle information display.
For additional information, see “Master warning light (red/yellow)” (P. 2-18) (P. 2-22).
Li-ion battery temperature gauge
This gauge 2O displays the temperature of the Li-ion battery.
For additional information, see “Li-ion battery temperature gauge” (P. 2-7).
Power meter
This meter displays the actual traction motor power consumption and the regenerative brake power provided to the Li-ion battery.
For additional information, see “Power meter” (P. 2-7).
Driving range
This indicator displays the estimated driving range (calculated based on a program that accounts for current driving style and operational conditions) that can be driven before recharging is necessary.
For additional information, see “Driving range” (P. 2-8).
Li-ion battery available charge gauge
This indicator displays the available Li-ion battery capacity remaining to drive the vehicle.
For additional information, see “Li-ion battery available charge gauge” (P. 2-9).
The EV unique information is displayed on the vehicle information display as well. For additional information, see “Vehicle information display” (P. 2-26).
Warning and indicator lights
The EV system uses the following EV-specific warning and indicator lights:
- Master warning light (red)
- Master warning light (yellow)
- 12-volt battery charge warning light
- Plug-in indicator light
- READY to drive indicator light
- Power limitation indicator light
- EV system warning light
- Electric shift control system warning light
- Brake system warning light (yellow)
- Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) system OFF warning light
For additional information, see “Warning lights, indicator lights and audible reminders” (P. 2-14).
APPROACHING VEHICLE SOUND FOR PEDESTRIANS (VSP) SYSTEM
The Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) system is a function that uses sound to alert pedestrians of the presence of the vehicle when it is being driven at a low speed.
When the vehicle starts to move, it produces a sound.
The sound stops when the vehicle’s speed is more than 25 mph (40 km/h) while accelerating.
The sound starts when the vehicle speed is less than 22 mph (35 km/h) while decelerating.
WARNING
- If the sound cannot be heard, pedestrians may not notice the oncoming vehicle, which may cause an accident resulting in serious injury or death. It is recommended that you immedi-ately visit a NISSAN-certified LEAF dealer for VSP system inspection.
- If the VSP system OFF warning light illuminates while the power switch is in the ON position, or in the READY to drive position, it may indicate the VSP system is not functioning properly. Have the VSP system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN-certified LEAF dealer for this service. For additional information, see “Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) system OFF warning light” (P. 2-19).
NOTE:
The volume of the (VSP) sound cannot be raised or lowered.
ELECTRIC SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with an electric shift control system. This control system has three features:
- Smooth and easy shift lever operation.
- To place the vehicle in the P (Park) position, push the P (Park) position switch on the shift lever.
- The vehicle automatically applies for the P (Park) position when the power switch is placed in the OFF position.
For additional information, see “Driving the vehicle” (P. 5-14).
2024 Nissan Leaf Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)
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Reference Link
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