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GAC Aion UT vs Nissan Leaf
Two hatchback cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Nissan Leaf is £101 cheaper than the GAC Aion UT (£28,849 against £28,950).
- The GAC Aion UT goes further: about 205 miles against 200 in typical real-world driving.
- The Nissan Leaf is more efficient (3.8 against 3.4 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The GAC Aion UT has the bigger boot: 440 litres against 437.
Side by side
| GAC Aion UT 60 kWh | Nissan Leaf Standard Range 52 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £28,950 | £28,849 |
| Real-world range | 205 mi | 200 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 267 mi | – |
| Cold motorway range | 140 mi | – |
| Efficiency | 3.4 mi/kWh | 3.8 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 60 kWh | 52.9 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 87 kW | up to 105 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 33 min | – |
| AC charging | 11 kW | – |
| Boot | 440 L | 437 L |
| Towing (braked) | – | 975 kg |
| Length | 4,270 mm | – |
| 0–62 mph | 7.3 s | 8.3 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Available (check whether standard) |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Band 1 |
| Brand warranty | 8 years | 5 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: GAC Aion UT 60 kWh and Nissan Leaf Standard Range 52 kWh. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the GAC Aion UT or the Nissan Leaf?
The Nissan Leaf is £101 cheaper than the GAC Aion UT (£28,849 against £28,950).
Which has the longer range, the GAC Aion UT or the Nissan Leaf?
The GAC Aion UT goes further: about 205 miles against 200 in typical real-world driving.
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