Our 2012 LEAF is still serving us well as a commuter appliance. Lost its first bar at 42,000 miles, but no appreciable change in the range. Was never fond of the styling, but has been economical and fun to drive. No special treatment and we charge to 100%. The vehicle has been maintenance free. All we have done is replace the factory tires.
The commute is 50 miles round trip at 75mph speed limit . Drains the battery battery quickly when temps are in the single-digits, but not bad above 40F. I have a small lap blanket to minimize use of heater, and I sometimes need to drive under 60mph, to extend range on cold days.
Biggest frustration is that we can't always drive it due to limited range and lack of charging options. EVGo https://www.nrgevgo.com CHAdeMO stations are now available at several locations in our vicinity (Denver-Castle Rock,-Monument-Colorado Springs), so that is a good start.
Best small thing is the heated steering-wheel. Worst small thing is the digital speedometer.
Looking forward to the next generation of EVs. Will probably upgrade when there is an affordable AWD with 200+ mile range.
The commute is 50 miles round trip at 75mph speed limit . Drains the battery battery quickly when temps are in the single-digits, but not bad above 40F. I have a small lap blanket to minimize use of heater, and I sometimes need to drive under 60mph, to extend range on cold days.
Biggest frustration is that we can't always drive it due to limited range and lack of charging options. EVGo https://www.nrgevgo.com CHAdeMO stations are now available at several locations in our vicinity (Denver-Castle Rock,-Monument-Colorado Springs), so that is a good start.
Best small thing is the heated steering-wheel. Worst small thing is the digital speedometer.
Looking forward to the next generation of EVs. Will probably upgrade when there is an affordable AWD with 200+ mile range.