Nissan Leaf vs Honda Civic Type R

SpecNissan Leaf2024Honda Civic Type R2025
Price (OTR)£29,850£50,995
Power150 bhp329 bhp
Torque320 Nm420 Nm
0–60 mph7.4 secs5.4 secs
Top Speed90 mph169 mph
MPG (combined)33.2 mpg
CO₂0 g/km193 g/km
Boot Space420 litres410 litres
Kerb Weight1520 kg1430 kg
EngineElectric2.0L
TransmissionSingle-speed Auto6-speed Manual
DrivetrainFWDFWD
Insurance Group2246
Annual Tax£0£190
Euro NCAP5 / 5 stars5 / 5 stars
Seats55
Fuel TypeElectricPetrol

Running Costs Calculator

Adjust the inputs to estimate what each car will cost you to own.

Over 3 yearsNissan LeafHonda Civic Type R
Fuel / energy£2,314£5,833
Road tax (VED)£0£570
Insurance (est.)£3,756£6,708
Depreciation (est.)£11,940£20,398
Total cost£18,010£33,509
How these numbers are calculated
  • Fuel cost uses the car's combined MPG and the price you enter.
  • EV energy cost assumes 3.5 mi/kWh (UK average). Real efficiency varies by car and driving style.
  • Insurance is a rough estimate based on the car's insurance group — your actual quote depends on age, location, and history.
  • Depreciation assumes 40% loss over 3 years, scaled linearly. Premium brands and EVs can deviate significantly.
  • Road tax uses the published first-year and standard VED for the car's CO₂ band.