Is the Nissan Leaf a Good Car? Honest Pros, Cons, and Buying Guide

: For a "pro" inspection, use the LeafSpy Pro app with an OBDII scanner. It shows the exact State of Health (SOH) and if any individual battery cells are failing. 2. Know the Model Years

The Nissan Leaf is one of the most affordable ways to enter the EV market, but its unique air-cooled battery system means a used purchase requires more "homework" than a typical gas car. 1. The Golden Rule: Check the Battery Bars

: Each bar represents roughly 6–7% of the original capacity. Avoid cars with fewer than 9 or 10 bars unless you have a very short commute.

Unlike gas cars where you check the odometer, the most important "mileage" on a Leaf is its .

: Look at the thin vertical bars on the far right of the instrument cluster. A brand-new Leaf has 12 bars .