2015 Nissan LEAF vs. 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi
In comparing the 2015 Nissan LEAF's and the 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Nissan LEAF's and the 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi is a better car than the 2015 Nissan LEAF.
2015 Nissan LEAF vs. 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi Pricing
A used 2015 Nissan LEAF ranges from $6,436 to $13,504 while a used 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi is priced between $8,652 to $17,332.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Nissan LEAF’s base engine makes 107 horsepower, and the 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi base engine makes 188 horsepower. The LEAF is rated to deliver an average of 126 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 84 miles. The C-MAX Energi is rated to deliver an average of 38 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles.This gives the 2015 Nissan LEAF the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi the advantage in maximum range. The LEAF uses electricity, and the C-MAX Energi uses electricity, gasoline, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2015 Nissan LEAF, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2015 Nissan LEAF has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6436 - 13504
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.650532
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8652 - 17332
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford C-MAX Energi Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan LEAF Rankings
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11 out of / 27Ranking
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17 out of / 27Ford C-MAX Energi Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
2015 Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, SL, SV
2015 Ford C-MAX Energi Trim Levels
SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
107 hp
Torque:
187 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.033 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
126 / 101 / 114
Range (city/hwy):
84 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not yet available
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
40 / 36 / 38
MPGe:
95 / 81 / 88
Range (city/hwy):
580 / 524 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline, Gasoline
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
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:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
30 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
116.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
42.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
118.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3243 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3859 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17