I Tried to Double My Nissan Leaf’s Horsepower…
Battery Man 22:18
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Can you actually make a Nissan Leaf fast? I tried doubling the horsepower to find out…
In this video, I swap out key components to see if I can push the Leaf closer to 200hp, improve the 0–60 time, and most importantly… make it feel less embarrassing to drive.
Did it work? Not quite how I expected.
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🔍 Want to try this yourself?
If you’re interested in doing this upgrade or learning more about how it works, check out the project here:
👉 https://github.com/dalathegreat/Nissan-LEAF-Inverter-Upgrade
Huge credit to the people working on this — it’s an incredibly clever way to unlock more performance from the Leaf platform.
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⚡ What we cover in this video
• What actually limits power in a Nissan Leaf
• The inverter upgrade and how it works
• Real-world acceleration and drivability
• Whether it’s worth trying to make a Leaf “fast”
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🛠️ Parts & Tools Used
Amazon (affiliate links):
Heatshrink – https://amzn.to/4tlWH7P
19mm Coolant Hose – https://amzn.to/4vHlyEy
OBD (LeafSpy iOS) – https://amzn.to/4e3mVXV
OBD (LeafSpy non-iOS) – https://amzn.to/4eBCeqU
AliExpress (affiliate links):
Inverter Plug – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ODZ5Hz
CAN Bridge – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3amYZWJ
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⚡ Energy & Grid Services (UK)
Octopus Energy – EV & battery-friendly tariffs
Split £100 when you sign up:
https://share.octopus.energy/crisp-pug-729
Axle Energy – earn up to £1 per kWh using your home battery
UK Virtual Power Plant (VPP):
https://vpp.axle.energy/landing/grid?ref=R-BVTSSYGC
Perfect for DIY EV batteries, Powerwall-style systems, and solar inverters.
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⚠️ Disclaimer
High-voltage systems are dangerous. This video is for educational purposes only. Always follow local electrical regulations and only work within your level of competence.
In this video, I swap out key components to see if I can push the Leaf closer to 200hp, improve the 0–60 time, and most importantly… make it feel less embarrassing to drive.
Did it work? Not quite how I expected.
⸻
🔍 Want to try this yourself?
If you’re interested in doing this upgrade or learning more about how it works, check out the project here:
👉 https://github.com/dalathegreat/Nissan-LEAF-Inverter-Upgrade
Huge credit to the people working on this — it’s an incredibly clever way to unlock more performance from the Leaf platform.
⸻
⚡ What we cover in this video
• What actually limits power in a Nissan Leaf
• The inverter upgrade and how it works
• Real-world acceleration and drivability
• Whether it’s worth trying to make a Leaf “fast”
⸻
🛠️ Parts & Tools Used
Amazon (affiliate links):
Heatshrink – https://amzn.to/4tlWH7P
19mm Coolant Hose – https://amzn.to/4vHlyEy
OBD (LeafSpy iOS) – https://amzn.to/4e3mVXV
OBD (LeafSpy non-iOS) – https://amzn.to/4eBCeqU
AliExpress (affiliate links):
Inverter Plug – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ODZ5Hz
CAN Bridge – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3amYZWJ
⸻
⚡ Energy & Grid Services (UK)
Octopus Energy – EV & battery-friendly tariffs
Split £100 when you sign up:
https://share.octopus.energy/crisp-pug-729
Axle Energy – earn up to £1 per kWh using your home battery
UK Virtual Power Plant (VPP):
https://vpp.axle.energy/landing/grid?ref=R-BVTSSYGC
Perfect for DIY EV batteries, Powerwall-style systems, and solar inverters.
⸻
⚠️ Disclaimer
High-voltage systems are dangerous. This video is for educational purposes only. Always follow local electrical regulations and only work within your level of competence.
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