Verdict
At RM168,888, the Nissan Leaf costs RM3,888 more than the RM165,000 Renault Zoe, yet it brings 148 hp, 320 Nm, a 435-litre boot and six airbags with autonomous emergency braking. The Zoe answers with the numbers that matter most for longer EV use: a 52 kWh battery, 395 km range and 22 kW AC charging, against the Leaf’s 40 kWh, 270 km and 6.6 kW. The Leaf is the roomier, stronger C-segment hatch, but the Zoe’s 125 km range advantage and lower RM50 annual road tax make it the more practical Malaysian EV if its smaller boot and four airbags suit your needs.
Pick the Nissan Leaf if you need the 435-litre boot, 148 hp and 320 Nm, plus six airbags and autonomous emergency braking.
Pick the Renault Zoe if you prioritise its 395 km range, 22 kW AC charging and lower RM50 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Motor output: Nissan Leaf 148 hp and 320 Nm; Renault Zoe 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- Battery and range: Nissan Leaf 40.0 kWh and 270 km; Renault Zoe 52.0 kWh and 395 km.
- AC charging: Nissan Leaf 6.6 kW; Renault Zoe 22.0 kW.
- Length and wheelbase: Nissan Leaf 4,480 mm and 2,690 mm; Renault Zoe 4,087 mm and 2,588 mm.
- Boot space: Nissan Leaf 435 litres; Renault Zoe 338 litres.
- Safety hardware: Nissan Leaf has six airbags and autonomous emergency braking; Renault Zoe has four airbags and steering correction.
Leaf
- 148 hp and 320 Nm motor output.
- 435-litre boot and longer 2,690 mm wheelbase.
- Six airbags, autonomous emergency braking and Around View Monitor.
- 270 km range trails the Zoe by 125 km.
- 6.6 kW AC charging is far below the Zoe’s 22 kW.
- Costs RM3,888 more and has RM100 annual road tax versus RM50.
Zoe
- 395 km range from a 52.0 kWh battery.
- 22 kW AC charging capability.
- Lower purchase price and RM50 annual road tax.
- 108 hp and 225 Nm fall short of the Leaf’s 148 hp and 320 Nm.
- 338-litre boot is 97 litres smaller than the Leaf’s.
- Four airbags and no autonomous emergency braking, against the Leaf’s six airbags and AEB.
What the Leaf has over the Zoe
What the Zoe has over the Leaf
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Leaf's wheelbase is 102 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the Leaf: 435 litres against 338.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,888 | RM165,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM100 | RM50✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,725/mo | RM1,685/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,639 | RM4,538✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,316 | RM1,170✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.58 | RM5.85✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM30,277 | RM28,788✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 6.1 hours | 2.4 hours✓ |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min✓ | 75 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 148 hp✓ | 108 hp |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm✓ | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 40.0 kWh | 52.0 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 270 km | 395 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 22.0 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 50.0 kW | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Constant Ratio Gearbox for EV | — |
| Gears | — | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Nissan | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | 1,544 kg | 1,502 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 435 litres✓ | 338 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R17 | 195/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave EC300 | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 26 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | 14 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| 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 | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Around View Monitor (AVM) | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Leaf vs Zoe FAQ
Is the Nissan Leaf or Renault Zoe better?
The Renault Zoe is the better choice for range and AC charging, with 395 km and 22 kW. Choose the Nissan Leaf for its larger 435-litre boot, stronger 148 hp motor, six airbags and autonomous emergency braking.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Leaf costs RM3,888 more than the Renault Zoe. Its annual road tax is also RM100, compared with RM50 for the Zoe.
Which EV charges faster on AC power?
The Renault Zoe charges much faster on AC power at up to 22 kW, versus 6.6 kW for the Nissan Leaf. Both are rated at 50 kW for DC charging.
How long does charging take?
The Leaf's 40.0 kWh battery takes about 6.1 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 50 kW peak. The Zoe's 52.0 kWh battery takes about 2.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 75 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 50 kW peak.