NEW NISSAN LEAF E-PEDAL & PROPILOT

EV Channels Review

Robert Llewellyn tests the 2018 Nissan Leaf 40kWh, highlighting its innovative e-Pedal and ProPilot systems. The e-Pedal is praised for its intuitive control, allowing for single-pedal driving and effective deceleration, even on winding mountain roads, eliminating the need for frequent brake application. ProPilot, while not as advanced as Tesla's Autopilot in terms of lane changes, is deemed highly effective for lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control, especially considering the Leaf's significantly lower price point. The reviewer notes the substantial improvement in boot space due to repackaged electronics and the standard inclusion of advanced safety and driver-assist features. Despite initial range anxiety during the uphill climb, the descent demonstrated impressive regenerative braking, significantly replenishing the battery. Llewellyn concludes that this is a vastly improved Leaf and one of the best electric cars he has driven, particularly commending the clever engineering behind the e-Pedal's seamless stopping capability.