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by LeifCarrotson 3088 days ago
> For the Model 3, the only true competitors are the i3 and Chevy Bolt. ... My guess is that the 2018 Nissan Leaf will be the best choice this year...

The Nissan Leaf isn't new in 2018, it's been around since 2011 and is (I think) still the most popular pure electric car. I'm aware that the 2018 should have some significant improvements, but I'm confused why you don't count either the current models or the 2018 as a competitor to the Model 3?
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mikeash 3088 days ago
The pre-2018 LEAF has around an 80 mile range with a passsively cooled battery that does very poorly in the long term. The new version is better but still not in the same league as the Model 3 or Bolt.
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theluketaylor 3088 days ago
The Leaf has moved to 2nd generation for 2018, including a larger capacity battery and a whole new look. It's not the same car that came out in 2011.
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