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What do you know about EVs?
By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, Fuel Economy, Nissan Leaf on Friday, December 29th, 2017 at 7:15 pm
Top 3 FAQs About Electric Cars
Most people are a little bit afraid of the unknow. Aside from a handful of early adopters, the EV market isn’t well understood my many motorists. The overall impression? That electric cars are efficient, but inconvenient. The range is short, the driving experience is nothing to be enthusiastic over and there aren’t enough charging stations to go around. With EVs almost definitely becoming the future for the automotive world, here are the top 3 FAQs about electric cars.
Most asked questions about EVs
Do EVs offer enough range?
You might be surprised to find that the average person commutes less than 30 miles round trip. With ranges entering the 200s now, you’ll find that EVs are perfectly practical for all but the infrequent road trip.
Are there enough charging stations in the U.S?
Currently, there are 17,133 electric stations in the U.S. and 46,897 charging outlets. We even have one right here at Glendale Nissan, but there are about 15 stations within a 10-mile radius. This may not be as many as gas stations, but you won’t be left without options. Plus, we expect charging stations to expand as more and more EVs hit the road.
Read More: How long has Nissan been making EVs?
Is it cheaper to own an EV?
The 2018 Nissan Leaf comes in with a starting MSRP of $29,990 – how does that compare to a new sedan of equal size? It’s difficult to say, since the Leaf is outfitted with some advanced technology, but it is a compact car. The federal tax credit for EVs runs up to $7,500, plus Illinois shoppers qualify for reduced registration fees. All told, you can purchase an EV for what amounts to the same price as an equivalent gasoline models after these savings.
Then we get to fuel economy itself. The 2018 Nissan Leaf is not yet rated, but the 2017 model earned a combined 112 MPGe. Compare this to a model like the 2018 Nissan Versa, which earns a combined EPA-estimated 35 mpg for the model equipped with the CVT, and it’s obvious you can save a lot on gas costs over the life of your vehicle.
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