Comparison between:
- 2022 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
- 2018 Nissan Leaf S
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2022 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor | 2018 Nissan Leaf S | |
| Series | - | ZE1 |
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| Model alias | Polestar 2 LRDM | - |
| Trim | Long Range Dual Motor | S |
| Model year | 2022 (MY22) | 2018 (MY18) |
| Market | North America | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | - | Hatchback |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium Alloy | Steel |
| Exterior colors | Snow Magnesium Thunder Moon Midnight Void | Brilliant Silver Gun Metallic Jade Frost Super Black Scarlet Ember Pearl White Glacier White Deep Blue Pearl Pearl White-Super Black |
| Interior colors | Slate Charcoal Barley | Black |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 181.3 in 4606 mm | 176.4 in 4481 mm |
| Width | 73.2 in 1859 mm | 70.5 in 1791 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 78.1 in 1985 mm | - |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | - |
| Height | 58.3 in 1482 mm | 61.4 in 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in 2735 mm | 106.3 in 2700 mm |
| Front track | 63.1 in 1602 mm | 60.6 in 1539 mm |
| Rear track | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 61.2 in 1555 mm |
| Front overhang | 33.9 in 860 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | 39.8 in 1011 mm | - |
| Approach angle | 15.1 ° | - |
| Departure angle | 22 ° | - |
| Clearance | - | 5.9 in 150 mm |
| Minimum clearance | 5.9 in 151 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | 6.6 in 167 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 41.3 in 1048 mm | 41.2 in 1047 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.0 in 940 mm | 37.3 in 948 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 54.3 in 1379 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.3 in 1355 mm | 52.5 in 1334 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 51.5 in 1308 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 50.0 in 1270 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.2 in 1073 mm | 42.1 in 1069 mm |
| Rear legroom | 33.9 in 862 mm | 33.5 in 851 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | 2617.0 l 92.42 ft3 2.62 m3 |
| Total volume | - | 3285.0 l 116.01 ft3 3.29 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 | 668.0 l 23.59 ft3 0.67 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 | 850.0 l 30.02 ft3 0.85 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 4739.94 lb 2150 kg | 3432.6 lb 1557 kg |
| Weight distribution front | 51 % | - |
| Weight distribution rear | 49 % | - |
| Roof load | 165.35 lb 75 kg | - |
| Payload | 992.08 lb 450 kg | 1020.74 lb 463 kg |
| GVWR | 5732.02 lb 2600 kg | 4453.34 lb 2020 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.278 Cd | 0.28 Cd |
| Additional information | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | Nissan |
| Model | EAD 3.1 | EM57 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front |
| Voltage | - | 360 V |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 110 kW 147.5 hp 149.6 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 3283 - 9795 rpm |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 320 Nm 32.6 kgm 236.0 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 3283 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco Normal B-mode |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | - |
| Model | EAD 3.1 | - |
| Motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | - |
| Location | Front | - |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | - |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 300 kW 402.3 hp 407.9 ps | 110 kW 147.5 hp 149.6 ps |
| Total system torque | 660 Nm 67.3 kgm 486.8 ft-lb | 320 Nm 32.6 kgm 236.0 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h | 89.5 mph 144.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.70 s | 7.90 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 4.50 s | 7.50 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 249.0 mi / 400.7 km | NEDC, CMB: 234.9 mi / 378.0 km EPA, CMB: 151.0 mi / 243.0 km WLTP, CMB: 167.8 mi / 270.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 94 MPGe EPA, CMB: 38 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 89 MPGe EPA, HWY: 84 MPGe | NEDC, CMB: 14.6 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 17.2 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 27.7 kWh/100 mi EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe EPA, CMB: 19.1 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 30.7 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe EPA, HWY: 21.2 kWh/100 km EPA, HWY: 34 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 101 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 19.4 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | A |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.5 m 37.73 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.7 | - |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 15.8 | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | 8.1938 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Frequency-dependent dampers | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Frequency-dependent dampers | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 13.6 in 345 mm | - |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.2 in 30 mm | - |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.4 in 340 mm | - |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | - |
| Additional information | - | 4-wheel power-assisted disc brakes |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8Jx19 ET50 9Jx19 ET53 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 | 6.5Jx16 ET40 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 245/45R19 245/40R20 | 205/55R16 89H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | 38 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | 40 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 78 kWh | - |
| Manufacturer | - | AESC |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Number of cells | - | 192 |
| Battery cell format | Pouch | Pouch |
| Number of modules | 27 | 24 |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 360 V |
| Energy density | - | 224 Wh/kg |
| Weight | - | 668 lb 303 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Air convection Battery heater |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | -35 °C -31 °F |
| Maximum ambient temperature | - | 45 °C 113 °F |
| Additional information | - | Cathode - LiMn2O4 with LiNiO2 Anode - Graphite Auxiliary 12V lead-acid battery |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 | Type 1 Type 4 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW | AC 2.3 kW AC 7.4 kW DC 50 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 150 kW, 0:40 AC 11 kW, 7:00 | DC 50 kW, 0:29-0:36 AC 7.4 kW, 6:04-6:40 AC 2.3 kW, 17:24-26:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | Cargo area cover (O) e-Pedal (S) Tire repair kit (S) 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (S) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) (S) Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) (S) Brake Assist (S) Child safety rear door locks (S) Child seat upper tether anchor (S) Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) (S) Energy-absorbing front and rear bumpers (S) Energy-absorbing steering column (S) Front and rear assist grips (S) Front and rear crumple zones (S) Hill start assist (S) LATCH (S) Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (S) Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (S) Parking brake (manual, foot pedal) (S) Pretensioners and load limiters on front belts (S) RearView Monitor (S) Side door guard beams (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (S) Traction Control System (TCS) (S) Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) (S) Vehicle Security System (VSS) (S) 5-inch color LCD display (S) AM/FM/CD with MP3/WMA CD (S) Auxiliary input jack (S) Bluetooth (S) Digital meter cluster (S) Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant (S) Palm-shift drive selector (S) SiriusXM Satellite Radio (S) 4 x Speakers (S) Streaming audio via Bluetooth (S) Trip computer (S) USB port (S) Automatic Temperature Control (S) Rear HVAC ducts (O) Heater, AC timer (S) 4-way manual front passenger seat (S) 6-way manual driver's seat (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) Front heated seats (O) 3-spoke (S) Audio, Bluetooth switches (S) Cruise control switches (S) Eco-mode switch (S) Heated (S) Nissan Intelligent Key (S) Power door locks w/auto locking system (S) Power windows (S) Rear window defroster with timer (S) Remote charge door release (S) Variable intermittent windshield wipers (S) Heated outside mirrors (O) Power remote-controlled outside mirrors (S) Automatic on/off headlights (S) Halogen headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Room lamp (S) Bio suede PET material (S) |
| 2022 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor | 2018 Nissan Leaf S |