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2018 Nissan Leaf: Long-term EV wrap-up

We've spent a year with the second generation of Nissan's groundbreaking electric car. It's been easier than you might think.

Chris Paukert
Following stints in TV news production and as a record company publicist, Chris spent most of his career in automotive publishing. Mentored by Automobile Magazine founder David E. Davis Jr., Paukert succeeded Davis as editor-in-chief of Winding Road, a pioneering e-mag, before serving as Autoblog's executive editor from 2008 to 2015. Chris is a Webby and Telly award-winning video producer and has served on the jury of the North American Car and Truck of the Year awards. He joined the CNET team in 2015, bringing a small cache of odd, underappreciated cars with him.
Chris Paukert
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We lived the electric life for 12 months and thousands of miles... and we liked it.

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The Nissan Leaf's rear cargo hold proved capacious, though the load floor isn't flat when the seats are folded.

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The second-gen Leaf's conventional face is considerably more attractive than its awkwardly styled predecessor.

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Ample torque yields quick acceleration from a stop.

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The Nissan Leaf's cabin proved both durable and easy to use.

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Rear seat room is fine for two adults, three across in a pinch.

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We're guessing that flat-bottom wheel is less "because racecar" and more "because American thighs."

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Seating is straightforward and comfortable, with effective seat heaters but no cooling available.

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The Nissan Leaf's electric powertrain produces 147 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque.

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Gauges are a mix of digital and analog.

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The Leaf could benefit from a more modern infotainment system, but at least it's simple to use.

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The Nissan Leaf's electric powertrain produces 147 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque.

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