Best Electric Cars

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• Nissan Leaf - 125 MPG - [1] - 1500 kg curb weight

• Battery - 24 kWh, 100 mile peak range - 10 yr/ 100,000 mi - "The battery pack is expected to retain 70% to 80% of its capacity after 10 years but its actual lifespan depends on how often DC fast charging (480 Volts DC) is used and also on driving patterns and environmental factors.[31][39] Nissan said the battery will lose capacity gradually over time but it expects a lifespan of over 10 years under normal use.[39] The 2011/12 Leaf's battery was initially guaranteed by Nissan for eight years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)[40][41] (see Warranty sub-section below under United States for limitations)."

• Tesla Motors Model S - 100 mpg. 2,100kg curb weight.

• Battery - 60kWh, 200 mile range

• Honda Insight - 70 mpg - 950 lb curb weight. D size NiMH batteries.

• Battery - nominal - 0.5 kWh (100V, 6 Ah)