The Nissan Ariya EV made its global debut in 2020 and was spotted testing in India last year. The stylish look of the SUV is almost close to the concept showcased in 2019. The Ariya is based on the Renault Nissan Alliance’s CMF-EV electric vehicle architecture, which also underpins the Renault Megane E-Tech electric SUV.
Talking about styling, the Nissan Ariya has a new ‘design’ shield and in some markets, it gets Nissan’s illuminated logo. It has a distinct coupe-like design with a prominent shoulder line connecting the front and rear of the car. The electric SUV rides on 19-inch or 20-inch wheels depending on the variant and market.
Nissan Ariya EV Design and Architecture
The current generation of the Nissan Ariya EV was unveiled globally in 2020. The design of the Nissan Ariya remains faithful to the concept showcased in 2019. This electric SUV is built on the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s CMF-EV electric vehicle architecture, which is also shared with the Renault Megane E-Tech.
As for the design, the Nissan Ariya EV boasts of a stylish and modern exterior. It features Nissan’s new ‘design’ shield, and in select markets, it includes an illuminated Nissan logo. Also Read: Buying a diesel car in 2024 is a big risk
The Ariya has a coupe-like silhouette and also has a prominent shoulder line. Depending on the variant and market, the Ariya is equipped with 19-inch or 20-inch wheels, which enhance its bold stance.
Nissan Ariya EV Interior design
As for the interior design, the Nissan Ariya EV offers a clean and minimalist design. There are two large 12.3-inch screens on the dashboard. The higher variants of the Ariya are equipped with a head-up display and a premium Bose audio system. Apart from these, it has all the modern features.
Nissan Ariya EV Powertrain Options
Internationally, the Nissan Ariya EV is available with both single-motor, rear-wheel-drive and twin-motor, four-wheel-drive powertrains. It also comes with two battery pack options. The first one is 63kWh, and the second one is 87kWh. The 63kWh battery pack produces 217 bhp and 300 Nm of torque, with a range of up to 402 km.
On the other hand, the 87kWh model produces 242 bhp and 300 Nm of torque, with a range of up to 529 km. The top-spec 87kWh version is also more powerful, producing 306 bhp and 600 Nm of torque, with a range of up to 513 km.
