2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs. 2012 Nissan LEAF
When comparing the 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV's and the 2012 Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, The 2012 Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV's and the 2012 Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Nissan LEAF is a better car than the 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV.
2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs. 2012 Nissan LEAF Pricing
A used 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV ranges from $4,975 to $10,586 while a used 2012 Nissan LEAF is priced between $4,496 to $9,421.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV’s base engine makes 66 horsepower, and the 2012 Nissan LEAF base engine makes 107 horsepower. The i-MiEV is rated to deliver an average of 126 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 62 miles. The LEAF is rated to deliver an average of 106 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 100 miles.This gives the 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 Nissan LEAF the advantage in maximum range. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the i-MiEV is 7 hours (240V), while the charge time for the LEAF is 8 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Nissan LEAF has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 Nissan LEAF has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
4975 - 10586
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
4496 - 9421
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.650532
Mitsubishi i-MiEV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mitsubishi i-MiEV Rankings
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Nissan LEAF Rankings
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17 out of / 27Summary Review
The Mitsubishi i-MiEV was a micro-car originally developed for other markets and then brought to the United States in extremely low numbers. Less than 2,000 were sold in America over its entire span of availability from 2011 to 2014.
Summary Review
Nissan’s four-door hatchback Leaf was the original battery-electric vehicle of the modern age. This ground-breaking EV has topped sales charts globally for affordable EVs for years. The Leaf offers many shoppers an attractive package that's hard to ignore.
Pros and Cons
- Low range and small size mean a low purchase price
- Not a US-market-sized vehicle
- 62-mile range
- Questionable service network
Pros and Cons
- Impressive interior space given its small size
- Excellent availability nationwide
- Strong EV commitment from Nissan means widespread service support
- Limited range on older models
- Lackluster performance on first-generation cars
- Safety ratings from IIHS less than stellar
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Trim Levels
ES, SE
2012 Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
SL, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
66 hp
Torque:
145 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.026 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
107 hp
Torque:
207 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.032 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
MPGe:
126 / 99 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
62 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not yet available
Maximum Charging Rate:
7 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
106 / 92 / 99
Range (city/hwy):
100 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not yet available
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
35.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
33.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
14.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2579 lbs
Width:
62.4 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
144.7 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3366 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 4.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
145/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16