User Manual - Page 43

For 2021 LEAF S 40 KWH.

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RANGE
The distance you can drive the vehicle
(range) varies considerably depending
upon available charge, weather, tempera-
ture, usage, battery age, topography, and
driving style.
Refer to the Monroney label (window
sticker) for the official EPA range. Your ac-
tual range will vary and could be signifi-
cantly less, either initially or as the battery
ages and with use over time. For additional
information, see “Improve driving range”
(P. EV-22) for information on the factors that
affect vehicle range and how to use the
vehicle to maximize vehicle range.
IMPROVE DRIVING RANGE
Vehicle range depends on a number of
factors.
Actual vehicle range will vary depending
upon:
Speed,
Vehicle load,
Electrical load from vehicle accessories,
Traffic and road conditions,
Distance driven without stopping,
Usage,
Driving style,
Battery age,
Weather or temperature,
Topography,
Charging habits.
NISSAN recommends the following driv-
ing habits to help maximize vehicle
range:
Before driving:
Follow recommended periodic
maintenance.
Keep tires inflated to correct pressure.
Keep wheels in correct alignment.
Pre-heat or pre-cool the interior cabin
while the vehicle is charging.
Remove unnecessary cargo from the
vehicle.
While driving:
Drive in ECO mode
The ECO mode helps reduce power
consumption by reducing acceleration
when compared to the same accelera-
tor pedal position in the D (Drive) posi-
tion (normal mode).
Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruis-
ing speeds with constant accelerator po-
sitions or by using cruise control when
appropriate.
Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Gently
press and release the accelerator pedal
for acceleration and deceleration.
Drive at moderate speeds on the
highway.
Avoid extending highway driving with
multiple quick charges.
Avoid frequent stopping and braking.
Maintain a safe distance behind other
vehicles.
Turn off the air conditioner/heater when
it is not necessary.
Select a moderate temperature setting
for heating or cooling to help reduce
power consumption.
Use the air conditioner/heater and close
windows to reduce drag when cruising at
highway speed.
Vehicle range may be substantially re-
duced in extremely cold conditions (for
example, -4°F (-20°C)).
Using the climate control system to heat
the cabin when the outside temperature
is below 32°F (0°C) uses more electricity
and affects vehicle range more than
when using the heater when the tem-
perature is above 32°F (0°C).
EFFICIENT USE OF YOUR VEHICLE
EV-22 EV Overview
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