I FROZE TWO NISSAN LEAFS FOR A COLD WEATHER EXPERIMENT AND IT DIDN'T GO TO PLAN

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This video details a cold-weather experiment involving two Nissan Leafs, one a new SV Plus model with a 62 kWh battery and the other an older, budget-friendly model with a 24 kWh battery. The primary goal was to test their charging capabilities and overall functionality in extreme sub-zero Fahrenheit temperatures. The older Leaf failed to start, likely due to a depleted 12V battery, requiring a jump start. The newer Leaf, however, managed to initiate charging after a 20-minute delay, albeit at a slow 4 kW rate, which was surprisingly better than a previously tested Tesla Model 3 Performance under similar conditions. The experiment encountered significant challenges, with the older Leaf ultimately becoming inoperable and requiring a manual tow. While the new Leaf demonstrated some resilience, the extreme cold severely impacted its performance and charging speed, leading the reviewer to conclude the experiment was largely unsuccessful and the older Leaf is not recommended for sale in its current state. The video highlights the limitations of EVs in extreme cold, particularly for older models or those without robust battery management systems.