Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGeĪccording to the EPA, the most efficient Ariya is the Venture+ model, which is rated for 111 MPGe city and 95 MPGe highway. The Ariya will be capable of charging at home on 110- or 240-volt outlets as well as at public charging stations and even DC fast-charging ports.

When we tested a front-wheel-drive Empower+ model on our 75 mph highway fuel economy route, we recorded a 240-mile range. With the optional dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain, the Ariya offers a maximum of 272 miles of driving range. Going with the base Engage trim requires compromising on range due to that model's smaller battery pack which is rated for only 216 miles per charge. Front-wheel drive Evolve+, Empower+, and Premiere models offer up to 289 miles per charge and the top-spec Platinum+ is supposedly good for up to 265. The Venture+ offers up to 304 miles of driving range per charge, which is quite a step up from the Leaf's maximum range of 226 miles. 2023 Nissan Ariya EV Joins the Big Leagues.2023 Nissan Ariya FWD Tested: Comfortably Numb.2023 Ariya e-4ORCE Adds Power, Remains Relaxed.From what we've experienced so far, the Ariya provides a calm, stable ride that should please most buyers, but it lacks the sporty nature we driving enthusiasts prefer. We estimate that model will zip from zero to 60 mph in 5.0 seconds, a feat that is similar to higher-end electric vehicles. The front-wheel drive model we tested hit 60 mph in 7.5 seconds but the more powerful e-4ORCE all-wheel-drive Ariya is significantly quicker. Unlike the Leaf, which comes only with front-wheel drive, Nissan is pulling from features developed in other cars, including the GT-R sports car's torque-split system, to offer optional all-wheel drive via a dual-front/rear-electric-motor configuration.

We're of the mindset that to successfully switch from gasoline to electricity, range is key, so we'd go with the Venture+ trim which boasts the longest driving range among the Ariya's four trim levels at 304 miles per charge. The Ariya's $44,485 starting price puts it above the Leaf and other affordable EVs but under the base price of the Model Y, but that entry-level Engage model comes with a smaller battery pack and a lower 216-mile estimated driving range.

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