USA EV Comparison: Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo vs Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) has a starting price of $58200, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $58200 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $36893 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 258 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 259 mi | 334 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 220 mi | 263 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 91 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 39.5 kWh/100 mi | 29.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.53 mi/kWh | 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.1 | 7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | EESM (front), EESM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 320 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 429 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 443 lb-ft | 501 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.8 s | 5 s |
| Top Speed | 124 mph | 112 mph |
| Performance Score | 5.6 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 183.3 in | 180.6 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 85.5 in | 83 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.8 in | 73.4 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 63.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 108.8 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…).
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4890 lb | 4718 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 22.8 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 59.7 ft3 | 51.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 lb | 2646 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.5 |
