Bolt EV vs LEAF
Vs Nissan LEAF


AWARDS & SAFETY
- 2019 and 2018 NHTSA 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score1
- 20182 and 20173 KBB.com Best Resale Value: Electric
- 2017 IIHS Top Safety Pick when equipped with optional Driver Confidence II Package
NHTSA testing proves the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV's4 stability and handling features make it less likely to roll over than the 2021 Nissan LEAF8.7
2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2021 Nissan LEAF |
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Overall Crash Rating | |
54 | 58 |
Overall Side Crash Rating | |
54 | 58 |
Rollover Resistance Rating | |
54 | 48 |


FEATURES
Is it possible to get increased visibility while using less energy? With the HID Headlights that come standard on the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV4, the answer is yes. On the 2021 Nissan LEAF, those brilliant, energy-efficient HID headlights are a pricey add-on.
No more parallel parking jitters - the Rear Parking Aid, standard on the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV5, can help guide you into the perfect parking spot, signaling when you're getting too close to the curb, or other cars. Unless you enjoy the parallel parking jitters, in which case, choose the 2021 Nissan LEAF, and don't pay extra for the rear parking aid option.
2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2021 Nissan LEAF |
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HID Headlights | |
standard4 | - |
Rear Parking Aid | |
standard5 | - |


PERFORMANCE
When you're carrying a heavy load, every horse counts - and with the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV4, you've got 2 more horsepower per ton than the 2021 Nissan LEAF6.
The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV's4 increased torque - 2664 lb.-ft. vs. 2506 lb.-ft. - can mean the difference between easy going and a sluggish ride.
2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2021 Nissan LEAF |
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Horsepower Per Ton | |
1124 | 1106 |
Torque | |
2664 | 2506 |


PRICING & WARRANTY
In the very unlikely event you'll need it, help is just a phone call away, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV's4 Roadside Assistance, standard for 2 years longer than 2021 Nissan LEAF8.
2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2021 Nissan LEAF |
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Roadside Assistance | |
54 | 38 |
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1 - Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.nhtsa.gov).
2 - Vehicle’s projected resale value is specific to the 2018 model year. For more information, visit Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc.
3 - Vehicle’s projected resale value is specific to the 2017 model year. For more information, visit Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc.
4 - 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5dr Wgn LT
5 - 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5dr Wgn Premier
6 - 2021 Nissan LEAF S PLUS Hatchback
7 - Learn more at: http://www.safercar.gov/Safety+Ratings.
8 - 2021 Nissan LEAF S Hatchback