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Originally Posted by redpoint5
Everybody knows lithium ion batteries need environmental conditioning for longevity, including Nissan. It seems Nissan counted on battery prices or technology improving so quickly that protecting the investment was not necessary. You've got cars needing new batteries after only 7 years even in temperate climates.
I might take the Leaf off of my list to consider after my experience checking out battery health on 2 of the vehicles.
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Not a big deal if you're a diy'er who dabbles in electrics to pick up one now used. But... If you would've bought one new vs a corolla you would've lost your ass on ownership cost.
