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The Best Electric Cars To Buy Right Now - Nissan Leaf

There’s no shortage of great electric cars on sale - but which are best?

Last Updated: 29 Nov 2018

Nissan Leaf

The second-generation Nissan Leaf is an evolution of the original that launched Nissan onto the electric-car scene. The 40kWh battery gives an official range of 168 miles – and around 160 in the real world. You can charge the battery to 80% in 40 minutes from a rapid charger. The car has a roomy interior and a big boot, as well as some of the advanced semi-autonomous driving technology currently available.

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