The choice between the Chevrolet Volt and the Nissan Leaf comes down to a vehicle that does not burn fossil fuels and one that does not come with the fear that you will run out of electric charge.
Both are greener cars, but as the Leaf is an entirely electric powered car, there are no emissions and it is therefore more sustainable. Although the Volt is more expensive, it has a gas engine for trips greater than 40 miles. The fear that you will run out of charge is known as “range anxiety,” and for the Leaf this is a valid concern.
While the Leaf is a zero emission car and therefore more sustainable than the Volt, for those who need more than the 100 mile range offered by the Leaf, this car will prove impractical.
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