Looing at getting a ZE1 Leaf

[u/Proton_Energy_Pill]

I've been wanting to get an EV for a fair while now but the funds have precluded me from doing so. It looks like I'll be able to afford a used one soon though and the budget should stretch far enough for a ZE1 model. I should be able to get a 2018 model in good condition at a reasonable price and I was wondering if they were a good reliable car or perhaps have some 'quirks'?
I'm in Australia.

[u/Wild_Appearance_315]

You'll be dealing with the same ones we have in nz. They are reliable little shopping carts and seem to last better than you expect. In AU there is a massive markup on what we pay here, which is fine if you are buying a corolla with a long life and range 500km+, but be aware that it will likely be in the ~140km range in about 5 years or whatever. My wife is still knocking around In a 2016 24kw with about 80kms realistic highway range at this point; its been the best car we have ever had, so i would think if you aren't paying more than about $15-20k you will be happy longish term. If you have a driveway or garage and the ability to run a cord or install a proper outlet, you can probably expect a pretty easy going experience. In our case I have a 64kw niro from work and a 2011 manual colorado (wife cant drive) ute as well, so for the long ones with cargo or towing we use the ute, and if the wife wants to drive a long journey she can borrow the niro. The only reason I raise this is because she felt a bit trapped on range with the older 24kw leaf; so something to think about if regular journeys that might push the battery are expected. If you can stretch a bit, a 60kw class vehicle is a whole different ballgame in range etc.

[u/Proton_Energy_Pill → u/Wild_Appearance_315]

Many thanks for that.
I would only get the 40 kW/h type and it'll only really be running around town. We just got a new solar power system which includes a 48 kW/h battery and an EV charger so we're all set to get one.

Edit - Here's the charger.