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You could save
in annual fuel costs if you switch from a gas-powered vehicle to a

Nissan Leaf SV

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Incentives available for the Nissan Leaf SV

Federal government iZEV Program
Save $5,000
Government of B.C.'s CleanBC Go Electric program
Save $4,000
B.C.'s SCRAP-IT Program
Save $500
After incentives pricing starts at
$37,498 $27,998

Based on your daily commute

The carbon reduction is like planting 155 trees every year.
Cost to charge at home $1 per 100 km
Potential fuel savings $1,780/year

Range

On a full charge This will get you from downtown Vancouver to Hope and back.
Battery electric vehicle Nissan Leaf SV
Vehicle range 240 km electric

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Rebates for single-family homes

If installed at a single-family home, this charger may be eligible for a rebate of up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $350. 

This includes duplexes or townhouses with private garages or dedicated parking. 
Rebate amounts are subject to change. Visit the EV charger rebate program for information and eligibility criteria.

If installed at an apartment/condo or workplace, this networked charger may be eligible for a rebate. 

Rebates for apartments/condos

Up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $1,400 to $2,000 per charger.

Rebate amounts vary depending on factors such as whether or not the building is participating in other EV Ready rebates.

Rebates for workplaces

Up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $2,000 per charger.

Pre-approval from BC Hydro is required for apartment/condo and workplace customers. Program maximums apply.

Rebates for single-family homes

If installed at a single-family home, this charger may be eligible for a rebate of up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $350.

This includes duplexes or townhouses with private garages or dedicated parking. 

Rebate amounts are subject to change. Visit the EV charger rebate program for information and eligibility criteria.

Features

Load management: Allows multiple EV chargers to share the same electrical circuit, allowing the charging power to be distributed across each charger.

Networked: A networked charging station that is connected to a central system via internet communication such as open protocol (e.g. OCPP, OpenADR or other) or a proprietary system (must be connected to a network for minimum of two years).

Multiple ports: Allows multiple vehicles to charge at the same time.

CSA Certification: Tested and certified electric vehicle charging and components by CSA Group. 

cETL Certification: Compliant with North American safety standards and tested/certified by Intertek.

cUL Certification: Compliant with Canadian safety standards by UL Canada.

Breaker Current

Every circuit breaker has specified amperage (amount of current). The rating is the labelled on the breaker. Understanding your electrical service and panel is important in determining the type of EV charger you can support.

How we calculated this number

The estimated savings calculator uses a number of factors to determine your potential savings when switching to an electric vehicle. These include fuel cost savings for 20,000 km/year based on the average weekly price of mid-grade fuel in Metro Vancouver, at-home charging costs based on battery size and electricity price of $0.1118/kWh, and fuel costs incurred for PHEVs when daily mileage is over the electric range.

Report provided by BC Hydro as an educational tool

The information included in this application is meant for educational purposes only. BC Hydro cannot guarantee the exact cost amounts, actual savings, or the rates for energy sources referenced in the application. This report is meant to supplement, not to replace, individual research when considering the purchase of an electric vehicle.

How we calculated this number

The carbon reduction figure is based on the difference in CO2 emissions between the selected vehicle and a similar gas-powered vehicle for an average of 20,000 km/year driven, divided by the rate at which trees absorb CO2 annually (a mature tree absorbs 48 pounds of CO2 per year). The carbon reduction is estimated on a per-vehicle basis where information is available. For vehicles where complete information wasn't available, a class average is provided.

Report provided by BC Hydro as an educational tool

The information included in this application is meant for educational purposes only. BC Hydro cannot guarantee the exact amounts. This report is meant to supplement, not to replace, individual research when considering the purchase of an electric vehicle.