So, the question is then, how did Nissan increase the LEAF's range when it's not at all obvious that changes deep within the LEAF were made? However the capacity measured in our shop on new car - at 2-3 cycles was only 64.5Ah. May have scratches on the shielding. Ray Martinez (verified owner) – July 7, 2020. The externally visible changes that you describe are model year related. Nissan Leaf has a 24kW rated LiMn2O4 battery pack and total capacity of 66.2Ah is disclosed by Nissan. I have opened my 2013 Salvage Nissan Leaf battery, and removed some of the modules. Benefits in choosing a Hybrid vs a normal vehicle. © 2020 Greentec Auto. In large orders we might have a larger range. Interesting, and thanks for the link! Will be shipped with terminal bolts. I have opened my 2013 Salvage Nissan Leaf battery, and removed some of the modules. The center “sense” screw is for you to get a reading of the voltage in the “middle” of the 2 series setup. Nissan Worker Assembles 2013 LEAF Battery. Nothing broken or bent. That is the Question, Nissan LEAF is the Top Selling Electric Car in Europe, Important things to know about replacing your Hybrid Battery, 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid: 34 MPG now under $40k. Ones with positive on the left and ones with positive on the right. Comes with a 3 month warranty. Is there a way to tell if I i have a Lizard battery? Miyamoto explains how the 2013 LEAF's electric powertrain joins the inverter, motor, power delivery module and reduction gear into a single unit, which reduces the size and weight by 30% and 10%, respectively. So, weight shedding may be the leading reason why the 2013 LEAF gets an increase in range, but now we know where and how the weight-loss work was done. That’s something I might look into for my next electric bike project. Privacy Policy. Voltage and capacity (24 kWh) remain unchanged. To Hybrid or not Hybrid? I’ll post a complete guide with more pictures after I finish, but I wanted to post some photos of the differences between the 2011/2012 batteries and the 2013 battery. Any idea on the chemistry, performance? From the outside of the battery the big difference is that there is a 2nd HV connector on the front that goes to the cabin heater, There are no 13mm bolts holding the lid on, and the number of 10mm bolts around the lid is significantly fewer than with previous years (2011/2012). Don't want to register? You will know the exact capacity of every module you receive. Nissan LEAF is now the best-selling car overall in Norway following unprecedented sales success, and it’s the best-selling electric vehicle across Europe, There are 2 types of cells. Remanufactured Nissan LEAF battery module in a good condition. You will know the exact capacity of every module you receive. I suspect this results in the interior cells being just slightly cooler in operation. We can offer discounts if you purchase more than 10. Each module is tested for actual capacity. Your email address will not be published. The test discharges the module from 8.3V down to 5V at 20A. But it's inside the the LEAF's lithium-ion battery where some of the truly hidden work took place. Required fields are marked *. Your email address will not be published.