Had my leaf for about a month now. Close to when I first got it, I decided to try a 40 mile trip (fully charged). After going only about 20 miles, I decided I couldn't take the chance. The range had dropped about 40 miles in that 20 miles. I live in Colorado Springs, and the trip was stopped at Monument. Admittedly, this is probably entirely an uphill drive (about 900 ft elevation increase). It was also the first time I took it on the freeway for any real amount of time. The return trip showed a drop of about 5 miles in range, so obviously the uphill/downhill made a big difference. But I have to admit to being shocked. I'm afraid I can't even make it 40 miles from Colorado Springs to Castle Rock (much less the extra 15 or so miles to south Denver; only a total of 52-55 miles). And Castle Rock has only one or two level 2 stations (and no fast charge stations).
Anyone else have similar experience? What are the best driving practices on the freeway. I had it in economy the entire time. I still haven't figured out when to use "B" drive instead of "D". Any tips appreciated.
Also, I didn't have any heat or air on. Nor the heated seats.
2015 Base model Nissan Leaf S
Anyone else have similar experience? What are the best driving practices on the freeway. I had it in economy the entire time. I still haven't figured out when to use "B" drive instead of "D". Any tips appreciated.
Also, I didn't have any heat or air on. Nor the heated seats.
2015 Base model Nissan Leaf S