Global EV Comparison: Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD vs Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) has a starting price of €43490, compared to the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…), which starts at €57490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €43490 | €57490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30990 | €44990 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…).
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 348 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 404 km | 515 km |
| Range (GCC) | 332 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 63 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.27 km/kWh | 4.89 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 130 kW.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.7 | 7.8 |
Performance
The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 225 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 302 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 5.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) and Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4595 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) 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 Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…).
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1980 kg | 2259 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 466 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1350 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 6.8 |
