Nissan Leaf vs Nissan NV200
Verdict
The Nissan Leaf costs RM168,888 against the Nissan NV200’s RM79,800, so this is not a straight family-car fight. The Leaf is the quicker, safer passenger car on paper: 148 hp, a 40.0 kWh battery, 270 km EV range, six airbags and AEB. The NV200 is the tool: two seats, manual gearbox, 1.6 litre petrol engine and a huge 4,200 litre cargo area. For Malaysian buyers, the RM89,088 gap separates private EV hatchback motoring from workhorse carrying capacity.
Pick the Nissan Leaf if you need five seats, EV running and stronger safety kit in a C-segment hatchback.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if cargo volume, a lower purchase price and simple petrol-manual operation matter more than passenger comfort.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Leaf RM168,888; Nissan NV200 RM79,800
- Seats: Nissan Leaf 5; Nissan NV200 2
- Power: Nissan Leaf 148 hp; Nissan NV200 108 hp
- Cargo/boot space: Nissan Leaf 435 L; Nissan NV200 4,200 L
- Airbags: Nissan Leaf 6; Nissan NV200 2
- Road tax per year: Nissan Leaf RM100; Nissan NV200 RM120
Leaf
- Five-seat C-segment hatchback body
- 40.0 kWh battery with 270 km EV range
- Six airbags and auto emergency braking
- RM89,088 pricier than the Nissan NV200
- 435 L boot is tiny next to the van’s 4,200 L cargo space
- No fuel tank backup; range is capped at 270 km
NV200
- Much lower RM79,800 price
- Huge 4,200 L cargo capacity
- 55 litre tank and 7.1 L/100 km fuel economy
- Only two seats
- 108 hp is well below the Leaf’s 148 hp
- Two airbags and no listed auto emergency braking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 168,888 | RM 79,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Commercial |
| Segment | C-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control |
| Capacity | — | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 108 hp |
| Torque | — | 152 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 148 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 40.0 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 270 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 1 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CHAdeMO | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 50.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | Constant Ratio Gearbox for EV | 5MT |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Nissan | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.14 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,544 kg | 1,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 435 litres | 4,200 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 165/R14C |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R17 | 165/R14C |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave EC300 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 14" Steel |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Drum |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | e-Pedal, Intelligent Ride Control, Intelligent Trace Control | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Brake Assist |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 5" Display Radio/CD Player with USB, Bluetooth, AUX-in and 4 Speakers | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Around View Monitor (AVM) | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | 6.6 kW Wallbox, 7" Information Display, Climate Control Timer | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 3-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 / year | RM 100✓ | RM 120 |
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.
Leaf vs NV200 FAQ
Is the Nissan Leaf or Nissan NV200 better?
The Nissan Leaf is better as a passenger car: five seats, 148 hp, six airbags and AEB. The Nissan NV200 is better as a work vehicle, with two seats and 4,200 litres of cargo space.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Leaf costs RM168,888 and the Nissan NV200 costs RM79,800, so the Leaf is RM89,088 more expensive.
Which one has more cargo space?
The Nissan NV200 has far more cargo capacity at 4,200 litres. The Nissan Leaf has 435 litres, which suits normal hatchback use rather than commercial carrying.