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asian_XL · 11-25-2015, 12:59 AM

My dad just ordered the Tesla Model X, and I am planning to get an used Nissan Leaf as daily driver. It seems when u buy a EV, you should learn from current users whether the battery will last. The Leaf battery seems to degrade (drop to 8/12 on the battery indicator on the dash) after 4years of charging. Replacing the battery under warranty should be covered in the first 4yrs, but you will worry how long it will last in long run, consider a new battery itself and installation cost about 6-7grand + labour.

Also, pay attention to the breakeven years when using cheap fuel and electric car. I drive only 20km daily in average, even with the fuel price double in Asia and literally half price on the car (no 100% sales tax), it won't break even after 10yrs of driving.

11-25-2015, 12:59 AM	#21
asian_XL I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net! Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 20,429 Thanked 7,507 Times in 1,455 Posts Failed 2,380 Times in 472 Posts	My dad just ordered the Tesla Model X, and I am planning to get an used Nissan Leaf as daily driver. It seems when u buy a EV, you should learn from current users whether the battery will last. The Leaf battery seems to degrade (drop to 8/12 on the battery indicator on the dash) after 4years of charging. Replacing the battery under warranty should be covered in the first 4yrs, but you will worry how long it will last in long run, consider a new battery itself and installation cost about 6-7grand + labour. Also, pay attention to the breakeven years when using cheap fuel and electric car. I drive only 20km daily in average, even with the fuel price double in Asia and literally half price on the car (no 100% sales tax), it won't break even after 10yrs of driving. Last edited by asian_XL; 11-25-2015 at 01:07 AM.