Car Buyer's Guide

Honda Prelude vs Nissan Leaf

Verdict

The Leaf has a 39% bigger boot, while the Leaf is about 39% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 278,000RM 168,888
Body typeCoupeHatchback
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift
Capacity1,993 cc
Horsepower143 hp
Torque189 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInline
Timing TypeChain
FuelPetrol Hybrid/REVElectric
Bore81 mm
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower181 hp148 hp
Motor Torque315 Nm320 Nm
Battery TypeLithium-ionLithium-ion
Battery Capacity40.0 kWh
EV Range270 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 1
Charging Rate (AC)6.6 kW
Charger Type (DC)CHAdeMO
Charging Rate (DC)50.0 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissioneCVT AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission Namee-CVTConstant Ratio Gearbox for EV
Transmission ManufacturerNissan
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h9 seconds7.9 seconds
Top Speed188 km/h155 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,522 mm4,480 mm
Width1,880 mm1,790 mm
Height1,355 mm1,540 mm
Wheelbase2,605 mm2,690 mm
Weight1,469 kg1,544 kg
Fuel Tank40 litres
Doors35
Seats45
Boot Space264 litres435 litres
Front Tyre235/40R19215/50R17
Rear Tyre235/40R19215/50R17
Spare TyreTyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresContinental PremiumContact 6Dunlop Enasave EC300
Chassis
AssemblyJapan (CBU)Japan (CBU)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti LinkTorsion Beam
Front Wheels1917" Alloy
Rear Wheels1917" Alloy
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDiscSolid Disc
SteeringMotion-Adaptive Electric Power Steering (EPS)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesAdaptive Damperse-Pedal, Intelligent Ride Control, Intelligent Trace Control
Crash Safety Ratings
EuroNCAP5 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Knee AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts4 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on rear seatsAvailable on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, Honda SensingYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionNo
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFront Seats OnlyFront Seats Only
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Projector with Auto High BeamLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual AdjustableManual Adjustment
Rear Seats50:50 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control
Power Sockets1 Front, 2 USB Front1 Front
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front
Audio5" Display Radio/CD Player with USB, Bluetooth, AUX-in and 4 Speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push StartKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationManual Operation
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, with Around View Monitor (AVM)
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Convenience Notes6.6 kW Wallbox, 7" Information Display, Climate Control Timer
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited100,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer5 years3 years
Warranty Notes10-year/unlimited-mileage high-voltage (hybrid) battery warranty3-year/60,000 km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty, Complimentary Usage of Nissan SUV, MPV or Pick-up for 23 Days per Year
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 377RM 100

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

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