I test drove the iMiEV and the Leaf last week. Just no contest at all, they're in different leagues with the Leaf way, way ahead. I don't see how Mitsubishi can expect to sell any except possibly as a very compact inner-city car given that they're the same price. So we going ahead with purchasing a Leaf and expect to take delivery next month. (Yes I know its expensive, but its probably the last car I shall buy!)
As a result our '55 registered Prius T3 will be on the market (see the For Sale section) if anyone is interested either as it is or for the keen a candidate for conversion to plug-in operation.
Mitsubishi iMiEV v. Nissan Leaf
Re: Mitsubishi iMiEV v. Nissan Leaf
Interesting, for someone whos never been in either and has only viewed the Mitsubishi from afar whats the differences that bought you to your conclusion.
Wouldnt mind your Prius but sadly above my wallet
ChrisB
Wouldnt mind your Prius but sadly above my wallet
ChrisB
I reject reality and substitute my own !!!!!!
Re: Mitsubishi iMiEV v. Nissan Leaf
Interior quality - cheap looking and finished upholstery in the iMiEV with almost grotesque heater controls facing you, nasty plastic door handles, a shift lever that looks like its borrowed from a JCB. Very narrow as one must expect for a diminutive car - you need to be very friendly with the front seat passenger.
The Leaf has the 'goodies' you would expect for the price (even if you don't want them) like sat nav with range and charge point map (+internet connection). Cruise control and so on.
Both drive quietly and easily though the demo iMiEV had a brake pedal that threatened to reach the floor before stopping the car. Better range, speed and acceleration in the Leaf.
My wife's view was that the iMiEV felt cheaper than our little Hyundai i10 whereas the Leaf was comparable with the top range Prius (T spirit).
The Leaf has the 'goodies' you would expect for the price (even if you don't want them) like sat nav with range and charge point map (+internet connection). Cruise control and so on.
Both drive quietly and easily though the demo iMiEV had a brake pedal that threatened to reach the floor before stopping the car. Better range, speed and acceleration in the Leaf.
My wife's view was that the iMiEV felt cheaper than our little Hyundai i10 whereas the Leaf was comparable with the top range Prius (T spirit).
Re: Mitsubishi iMiEV v. Nissan Leaf
Interesting, thanks for the insight
ChrisB
ChrisB
I reject reality and substitute my own !!!!!!
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