$ 99 will put you first in line as soon as it is released if you’ve been waiting excitedly for the Nissan Leaf all-electric vehicle. The Nissan Leaf website has been taking reservations for a couple of months, but on April 20, a $ 99 deposit will put you “on the list” when the Leaf is released.
What is the Leaf?
The Nissan Leaf is to be the first mass-market all electric vehicle in the US. The Leaf comfortably covers most commute-and-errands distances with the 100 miles on a single charge it can do. The Nissan Leaf (also known as LEAF – Leading, Environmentally Friendly, Affordable Family vehicle) is going to be accessible in North The United States, Japan, and Europe.
How much is the leaf supposed to price?
The Leaf’s manufacturer’s retail price is $ 32,780 in the US. With a tax credit, the price should be able to drop to $ 25,280. Many other states are including extra car incentives. Oregon has a $ 1,500 credit when California and Georgia offers a $ 5,000 tax credit. This tax credit does start ramping down after 200,000 automobiles are sold.
Can I charge the Leaf at home?
The Nissan Leaf can charge, based upon on the station, in as little as 45 minutes. A full charge on a household circuit could take up to 16 hours. As a part of the basic purchase price, Nissan will offer a charging dock installed and built by AeroVironment, sold at-cost.
Where can I find this Leaf?
The Nissan Leaf will be released first in December of 2010 in “select markets” including Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona and Tennessee. Charging Stations have been outfitted into major cities and states as well. Pay the $ 99 reservation fee online if you need to get the Leaf within the first release. Approximately 4,700 cars can be accessible in this first roll-out. There will be full availability in 2012 but the availability will be increased in Spring of 2011.
