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Nissan Leaf vs Volkswagen ID.4

Comparing the 2026 Nissan Leaf (from $29,990) with the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 (from $45,095). The Leaf offers 303 miles of range while the ID.4 offers 291 miles.

Quick Take

Nissan Leaf wins on price, while Volkswagen ID.4 packs the most punch.

Nissan Leaf

2026SUV

Nissan Leaf

Best Value

  • Starts at $29,990
  • About $99 per mile of range
  • Up to 303 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Volkswagen ID.4

2025SUV

Volkswagen ID.4

Most Powerful

  • Up to 335 hp
  • 402 lb-ft of torque
  • 0-60 mph as quick as 4.8s
  • 100 mph top speed
Price
$29,990 - $38,990
$45,095 - $48,995
Range
259-303 miles
263-291 miles
Horsepower
214 hp
282-335 hp
0-60 mph
6.8 sec
4.8-5.9 sec
Battery Size
75 kWh
77 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
98 mph
100 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
2200-2700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
35 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
173.4"
180.5"
Width
71.3"
72.9"
Height
61.3"
64.6"
Cargo Capacity
55.5 cu ft
64.2 cu ft

Nissan Leaf vs Volkswagen ID.4: Which Should You Buy?

The Nissan Leaf starts at $29,990, undercutting the Volkswagen ID.4 ($45,095) by about $15,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Nissan Leaf covers up to 303 miles, 12 more than the Volkswagen ID.4's maximum of 291. At a DC fast charger, the Volkswagen ID.4 goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 35 for the Nissan Leaf.

The Volkswagen ID.4 offers 64.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 55.5 for the Nissan Leaf. The Nissan Leaf is also 7 inches shorter than the Volkswagen ID.4, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Nissan Leaf if you want the most for your money, or the Volkswagen ID.4 if you want the most power.

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