2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 Ford Fusion Energi
In comparing the 2020 Nissan LEAF's and the 2020 Ford Fusion Energi's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2020 Ford Fusion Energi has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Nissan LEAF's and the 2020 Ford Fusion Energi's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Nissan LEAF is a better car than the 2020 Ford Fusion Energi.
2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 Ford Fusion Energi Pricing
A used 2020 Nissan LEAF ranges from $15,998 to $25,941 while a used 2020 Ford Fusion Energi is priced between $19,992 to $28,966.
2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 Ford Fusion Energi Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Nissan LEAF loses 65.1 percent of its value and the 2020 Ford Fusion Energi loses 59.3 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Ford Fusion Energi retains 5.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Nissan LEAF.
2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 Ford Fusion Energi Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan LEAF is 8.1 out of 10 while the Ford Fusion Energi's quality rating is 6.9 out of 10. This results in the Nissan LEAF being ranked 1 out of 7 Best Electric Hatchbacks and the Ford Fusion Energi being ranked 5 out of 9 Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV).
2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 Ford Fusion Energi Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan LEAF is 7.6 out of 10. For the Ford Fusion Energi the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Nissan LEAF a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Fusion Energi.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Nissan LEAF’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2020 Ford Fusion Energi base engine makes 188 horsepower. The LEAF is rated to deliver an average of 123 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 150 miles. The Fusion Energi is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 586 miles.This gives the 2020 Nissan LEAF the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Ford Fusion Energi the advantage in maximum range. The LEAF uses electricity, and the Fusion Energi uses electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Nissan LEAF, a electric compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and cargo space. The 2020 Ford Fusion Energi, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 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:
15998 - 25941
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.650532
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19992 - 28966
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59329
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Fusion Energi Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan LEAF Rankings
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17 out of / 27Ford Fusion Energi Rankings
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25 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, S PLUS, SL PLUS, SV, SV PLUS
2020 Ford Fusion Energi Trim Levels
Special Service, Titanium
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 / 100000 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:
147 hp
Torque:
236 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
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:
123 / 99 / 111
Range (city/hwy):
150 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
40 kWh
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):
43 / 40 / 42
MPGe:
106 / 97 / 102
Range (city/hwy):
628 / 586 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
8.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3538 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
61.4 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17