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Frequently Asked Questions

• General Leasing FAQs
  How Long Will My Vehicle Delivery Take?

  Delivery time really depends on several factors, including the vehicle you choose, whether it's in stock & if you're having accessories fitted. If your vehicle is in stock, available & already kitted out the way you want it, it could take as little as 2-3 weeks to be delivered.

  Can I Lease A Vehicle With Bad Credit?

  Leasing is a form of vehicle finance or credit, which means funders will look into your credit history when you apply to lease. If you’ve missed payments or cancelled finance in the past, these can negatively impact your credit score. Vanarama works with more than 10 potential funders & we’ll always try to match you with a funder to suit your needs.

  Can I Cancel A Lease Part Way Through?

  A lease contract can be cancelled by requesting an early termination. If you request this, the vehicle must be returned to the funder & you’ll pay a penalty fee - the amount varies depending on the funder & the type of lease agreement you have, but it could be more than 50% of all remaining payments. If you lease a car with us, you will be covered by Redundancy Protection. This means if due to an unexpected life event you are suddenly unable to afford your payments, we may be able to help. See more about this here.

  Which Businesses Can Lease Vehicles?

  In general, any business can lease a vehicle & benefit from the cost savings leasing offers - even new businesses.

  Can I Change My Annual Mileage Limit Mid-Contract?

  Yes, although the process will depend on which funder your lease is with & if you are eligible to do so. If you think your mileage limit needs changing, call us straight away so we can discuss your options.

  What Is The Shortest Lease Contract I Can Take?

  The shortest lease term available from Vanarama is 2 years, up to a maximum term of 5 years.

  How Does Fair Wear & Tear Work?

  If your lease contract requires you to hand your vehicle back at the end, it will be inspected by the finance company for any damage that isn’t considered ‘fair wear & tear’. The odd bump, scratch or scuff is fine - after all, you could have been driving this vehicle for up to 5 years - excessive damage is not & penalties are often charged to repair it.

• Nissan Leaf Hatchback FAQs
  How far can I drive the Nissan Leaf Standard Range with a fully charged battery?

  The Nissan Leaf Standard Range has a 39kWh battery which has an official WLTP range of up to 168 miles when fully charged. As WLTP figures come from near perfect test conditions, in reality, you’ll be able to drive about 145 miles on a full charge if you’re doing a mix of urban and motorway driving.

  Will I get the quoted range when I drive?

  The Nissan Leaf Standard Range has an official WLTP range of up to 168 miles when fully charged, but in the cooler months of the year you can expect the real-world range of around 120 miles. In warmer temperatures, the Nissan Leaf Standard Range will achieve a real-world range of 145 miles when fully charged. If most of your journeys are carried out on Motorways or A-Roads, the higher speeds will impact the range a bit more, with a real-world range of 105 miles in the winter months and closer to 135 miles in the summer.

  How long does it take to charge the Nissan Leaf Standard Range at home?

  The Nissan Leaf Standard Range will charge from 0-100% in just over 6 hours with a dedicated EV home charger. Most electric cars can also be charged at home using a standard domestic 3-pin plug, although this isn’t recommended for day-to-day charging due to the length of time it takes. On a standard household plug, the Nissan Leaf Standard Range would take around 19 hours to charge!

  6 hours sounds like a long time to charge, does it really take that long?

  In reality, you’ll rarely charge your EV from completely empty to full, so 6 hours is the maximum time it can take to charge the Nissan Leaf Standard Range from a dedicated EV home charger. Plus, most of the time you’ll have your car plugged in overnight while you sleep, so you can leave the house each day with a fully-charged battery.

  What’s the quickest I can charge the Nissan Leaf Standard Range?

  Charging your Nissan Leaf Standard Range can take as little as 30 minutes with the right charger. The Nissan Leaf Standard Range is capable of ‘rapid’ charging at 50kW on compatible DC chargers, which are usually found at service stations or town centres. Typically, you won’t charge from 0-100% on a DC charger – you’ll be topping the battery up to 80% to get you back on the road in the shortest time possible. A 20-80% top up on a DC charger will take around 30 minutes – about the same amount of time it takes to have a comfort break and grab a coffee.

  What charging socket is on the Nissan Leaf Standard Range?

  The Nissan Leaf Standard Range is fitted with two charging sockets. For DC charging, the quickest type of EV charging, the Nissan Leaf Standard Range uses the CHAdeMO charging socket and is capable of charging up to 50kW on compatible chargers. For AC charging the Nissan Leaf Standard Range accepts the Type 2 plug and is capable of charging up to 7kW.

  What charging cables come with the Nissan Leaf Standard Range?

  The Nissan Leaf Standard Range comes with one charging cable as standard - the Mode 3, Type 2 charging cable, which is designed for use at non-tethered (Cableless) chargers.

  Is the Nissan Leaf Standard Range automatic?

  The short answer is, yes! All electric cars are automatic because they don’t require an engine and gearbox to operate, which means no more clutch presses and gear changes when you make the switch to an EV.

  What Brake Horse Power (BHP) does the Nissan Leaf Standard Range have?

  The Nissan Leaf Standard Range has a maximum power output of 110kW which equates to 147 bhp.

  How much will it cost to charge the Nissan Leaf Standard Range?

  If you're able to charge your car from home, a full charge on the Nissan Leaf Standard Range would cost £13.26 if you pay 34 pence per kWh. Charging at public chargers is typically more expensive but it's much quicker than a home charger and far cheaper than fuelling a conventional car. A 60% charge on a DC rapid charger would cost £14.75 if you were paying 63 pence per kWh.

  Will driving an EV save me money?

  The short answer is yes, but let’s explain why… Although on average, the monthly rentals on an EV lease are £71 a month more expensive than an equivalent petrol or diesel car, these higher rentals can be offset by the money you’ll save on fuel. On a 10,000 mile per annum lease term, you’d pay about £2,188 a year in petrol or diesel for an economical hatchback capable of delivering 400 miles from a full tank of fuel. By comparison, to cover 10,000 miles a year in the Nissan Leaf Standard Range will cost approximately £915 for the year if you charge exclusively at home. This represents a saving of £1,273 a year on fuel costs, or the equivalent of £106 a month which can help offset higher monthly lease payments. *Figures based on £1.75 a litre for fuel and £0.34 per kWh for electric

  How long is the warranty period on the Nissan Leaf Standard Range and does it cover the battery?

  The Nissan Leaf Standard Range comes with a 3-year or 60,000-mile vehicle warranty. However, most vehicle manufacturers that build electric cars offer an 8-year or 100,000-mile battery warranty with their cars and this applies to the Nissan Leaf Standard Range. And the great thing about leasing an EV with Vanarama is that even if you take out the maximum lease term of 5 years, your car’s battery will always be within the manufacturer’s warranty for the full duration of your lease, providing you with peace of mind motoring.

  What technology comes as standard on the Nissan Leaf Standard Range?

  The Nissan Leaf Standard Range comes with the following technology as standard: 8” Touchscreen Entertainment System with Rear View Camera, DAB Radio, Bluetooth Connectivity, Automatic Climate Control, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Intelligent Cruise Control, Intelligent Automatic Headlights and Rain Sensing Windscreen Wipers. Higher trim levels typically come packed with more technology, so we always recommend checking the Standard Equipment section above to see what tech is crammed into this specific vehicle specification.