i-MiEV vs Leaf
Scores and specs side by side. The best value in each row is in bold and marked Best.
Main differences
- The Leaf goes 90 mi further on the EPA cycle, 149 mi against 59 mi.
- The i-MiEV is rear-wheel drive; the Leaf is front-wheel drive.
Swipe for more Best best in the row | ![]() Photo creditPhoto: DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0 Mitsubishi Not yet scoredSpecs: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV | ![]() Photo creditPhoto: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0 Nissan Not yet scoredSpecs: 2025 Nissan Leaf |
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Scores | ||
| Overall score | ||
| Range & Efficiency | ||
| Charging | ||
| Performance & Handling | ||
| Comfort & Ride | ||
| Interior & Tech | ||
| Practicality | ||
| Value | ||
Range & efficiency | ||
| EPA range | 59 mi | 149 miBest |
| Efficiency | 300 Wh/miBest | 304 Wh/mi |
| MPGe combined | 112 MPGeBest | 111 MPGe |
Performance | ||
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
Dimensions & practicality | ||
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |

