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Nissan Leaf vs Vauxhall Astra Electric
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 Vauxhall Astra Electric is £354 cheaper than the Nissan Leaf (£28,495 against £28,849).
- The Vauxhall Astra Electric goes further: about 210 miles against 200 in typical real-world driving.
- The Nissan Leaf has the bigger boot: 437 litres against 352.
Side by side
| Nissan Leaf Standard Range 52 kWh | Vauxhall Astra Electric 58 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £28,849 | £28,495 |
| Real-world range | 200 mi | 210 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | 282 mi |
| Cold motorway range | – | 150 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.8 mi/kWh | 3.8 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 52.9 kWh | 55.4 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 105 kW | up to 100 kW |
| 10–80% charge | – | 33 min |
| AC charging | – | 11 kW |
| Boot | 437 L | 352 L |
| Towing (braked) | 975 kg | – |
| Length | – | 4,374 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 8.3 s | 9.3 s |
| Heat pump | Available (check whether standard) | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Band 1 | Band 2 |
| Brand warranty | 5 years | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Nissan Leaf Standard Range 52 kWh and Vauxhall Astra Electric 58 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 Nissan Leaf or the Vauxhall Astra Electric?
The Vauxhall Astra Electric is £354 cheaper than the Nissan Leaf (£28,495 against £28,849).
Which has the longer range, the Nissan Leaf or the Vauxhall Astra Electric?
The Vauxhall Astra Electric goes further: about 210 miles against 200 in typical real-world driving.
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