Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y Performance vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) has a starting price of €62970, compared to the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…), which starts at €63990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €62970 | €63990 |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 446 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 580 km | 417 km |
| Range (GCC) | 458 km | 354 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 79 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 24.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.8 km/kWh | 4.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 4.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 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 Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 461 kW | 320 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 618 hp | 429 hp |
| Motor Torque | 741 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 5 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) is longer and wider, but the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) is taller.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4796 mm | 4655 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1982 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1611 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...), but the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…).
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2108 kg | 2218 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 854 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2138 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 6.9 |
