[aboodman]

Edit: Whoops, meant Chevy Volt.

Why isn't the Leaf doing better? when I heard about it I was super excited, and if I had to replace my Prius, it would be my first choice.

I think they hit the tradeoffs just right: for almost all daily driving, you'll never use gasoline. But if you have to do a long trip, you don't have to care about range.

What am I missing?

[runako]

The Leaf is a pure electric without a hybrid capability. According to Nissan's website, its range using a new battery can go as low as 62 miles:

http://www.nissanusa.com/leaf-electric-car/range?next=ev_mic...

It costs twice as much as the Versa it's based on.

Basically, it's not a compelling package.

[swalsh]

I personally, REALLY wanted a leaf. However, there were was only one reason I didn't buy one. I'm a renter. Though Boston is part of a program to install public electric chargers I don't think I can count on 1.) always being able to get that spot and 2.) being able to get a charger at the next place I live at. I'm perfectly ok, with the "short" range. I'm positive 78 miles would cover 90% of my driving needs.

If I buy a home, the next car I buy will probably be an EV. Until then, i'm going to keep driving my Infiniti.

The program: http://chargepointamerica.com/program-info.php

[maxerickson]

The Leaf is a pure electric.

Maybe you crossed it up with the Chevy Volt?

[aboodman]

Yup, thanks for the fix.