Comparison
Nissan Leaf vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Nissan Leaf 303 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Nissan Leaf $29,990 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 40 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Nissan Leaf 5.2 vs 4.8
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Nissan Leaf
303 mi vs 261 mi
Value winner
Nissan Leaf
$99/mi vs $149/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
Nissan Leaf
278 Wh/mi vs 292 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Volvo EX3
76.4 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Nissan Leaf | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | SV | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $29,990 | $38,950 |
| Range | 303 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 278 Wh/mi • 3.6 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 75 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| DC max | 100 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 7 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 61.8 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 71 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 99 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 15 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,150 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Nissan Leaf if you want the longer rated range (303 mi vs 261 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Nissan Leaf looks better ($99/mi vs $149/mi).
Weighted verdict
Nissan Leaf has the stronger weighted profile (5.2 vs 4.8).
Nissan Leaf5.2 Volvo EX34.8 100 kW40 min 153 kW26 min
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