USA EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.4 GTX vs Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) has a starting price of $43590, while the Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2025-...) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $43590 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $18500 |
| GCC Score | 7 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 205 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 329 mi | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 284 mi | 195 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 79 kWh | 63 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.8 kWh/100 mi | 32.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.59 mi/kWh | 3.1 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 4.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 501 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.2 s | 5.1 s |
| Top Speed | 111 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2025-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 180.5 in | 180.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 83 in | 85.5 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.9 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 63.7 in | 65.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 109.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2025-...) 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 Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4956 lb | 4608 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 30.3 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 64.2 ft3 | 59.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2645 lb | 1500 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.8 |
