From those finalists, we then awarded points to cars that offer the following as standard on at least one trimlevel: all-wheel drive, leather front seats, an XM radio subscription, Bluetooth capability, cruise control, advanced air bag protection and remote entry.
The entry trimlevel would be positioned below the two higher-spec Leaf versions currently on the market, Automotive News said, and will debut as part of a 2013-model facelift for the entire Leaf line.