In today’s world, electric cars are becoming more and more popular. The advantages of electric cars seem to far outweigh those of a general car, especially in terms of environmental impact. Our latest models, the new Nissan Leaf and Nissan Leaf E+ are 100% electric and boast all of the benefits of electric cars listed in this blog. So, take a look below to find out more on the cars which are revolutionising sustainability and find out about the latest Nissan offers.
Environmentally friendly
At the forefront of the electric vehicle movement comes the environmentally friendly factor. Cars that are 100% electric emit no tailpipe emissions making them far better for the environment than petrol or diesel cars. Even after considering the energy used for the charging of the vehicle over its lifetime, electric cars still produce limited amounts of greenhouse gasses.
Fast charging
Electric cars tend to be fast charging. Depending on the type of charger, rapid chargers can power up electric cars up to 80% of their capacity within an hour. What’s more, the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme in the UK provides grant funding towards the installation of an electric car charging point in domestic properties. Alongside this, low to no emission vehicles in the UK are eligible for a plug-in grant from the government. The Nissan Leaf falls under this category, so if you have purchased or are looking to purchase the Nissan Leaf electric car, you could receive a grant of up to £3,000!
Cost-effective
Another benefit of electric cars is that they offer exceptional long-term value. As these vehicles are electric powered, the cost savings on petrol alone are sure to please. In fact, over the course of owning a car, electricity is a cheaper cost to run. You can say goodbye to worrying about putting the wrong fuel in your car, as fuel is no longer required when you go electric. This all makes a worthwhile investment for any driver looking to switch to a more affordable and efficient vehicle.
Quieter
Unlike petrol or diesel-powered vehicles, electric cars are much quieter. This is because there is no internal combustion engine in an electric vehicle. As well as air pollution, electric vehicles will also help towards reducing noise pollution, particularly when the use of electric cars becomes more generalised. Why not try the new Nissan Leaf and experience these benefits for yourself?
The future
The future is electric, which is why we designed our Nissan Leaf and Nissan Leaf E+ models to be electric. Global warming is a prevalent issue worldwide and 0% emission electric cars are the way forward. In addition, electric vehicles are constantly improving and evolving to better models. This means that new ways of making these vehicles cheaper will only get better.
Low maintenance costs
To add to the list of benefits of electric cars, maintenance costs are dramatically cheaper. The components in an electric car, such as the battery, motor, and associated electronics involve minimum regular maintenance.
So, what is the difference between the new Nissan Leaf and the Nissan Leaf E+?
The difference is that the Nissan Leaf E+ has a larger battery and longer driving range of up to 239 miles. This means you can go further with this model and be less restricted on how far you can go. It’s needless to say that the Nissan Leaf can still go up to 168miles per charge.
If after reading the blog above you are now considering purchasing an electric vehicle or looking for more information on Nissan electric cars, contact one of the Dorchester Nissan representatives.
Get in touch today by calling 01305 263 031. If you would like to enquire about the New Nissan Leaf and Nissan Leaf E+, fill out our online Nissan Leaf enquiry form or book yourself in for a Nissan Leaf test drive at our Dorchester Nissan showroom.