Nissan makes LEAF reservations available to Canadians

2011 Nissan LEAF: online reservations now open to Canadians within 6.5 km of certified dealers.

Nissan Canada is opening its online reservation system to the general public for the remaining allocation of its 2012 Nissan LEAFs. Reservations are now open to all Canadians who live within the vicinity (65 km) of the 27 Nissan LEAF certified dealers across Canada.

The first allocation of 40 MY11 Nissan LEAFs was snapped up within minutes this summer and the momentum continued with the first 350 MY12 reservations made available earlier this fall. With the opening to the general public, even more Canadians will have the opportunity to buy the first all-electric car built for the mass market.

The LEAF is the world’s first mass marketed, all-electric car and was recently named the 2011 World Car of the Year. Powered by a lithium-ion battery, Nissan LEAF generates 107 horsepower, 207 lb-ft of torque providing a highly responsive driving experience. In April, Nissan LEAF was awarded a "Top Safety Pick" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

As of the end of November over 110 Nissan LEAFs had been delivered to customers in Canada; globally, over 20,000 have been sold. At a starting price of $38,395, the LEAF is eligible for provincial rebates of $8,500 in Ontario, $8,000 in Quebec and $5,000 in British Columbia.

Online Reservation Process

On December 12, online reservations opened to those living within the vicinity of a Nissan LEAF certified dealer at leaf.nissan.ca.

A $99 reservation fee (fully refundable) is required to secure a reservation.

After booking a home-charging assessment, customers will receive an invitation to order a Nissan LEAF.

Customers request a quote from a local Nissan LEAF-certified dealer and will continue through the sales process until they drive away in their own Nissan LEAF.