Video Summary
- The Ariya competes with EV crossovers like the Tesla Model Y, the Ford Mustang Mach-E, the Kia EV6, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5.- The shifter doesn't look like most shifters and operates strangely, requiring pressing a side button and pulling back for drive.
- The center console is movable and can be positioned for front or rear passengers to use, which Nissan refers to as a movable coffee table.
- The climate controls are capacitive touch pads embedded in the wood trim, which is thought to look cool.
- The screen's infotainment system is relatively easy and intuitive to use, but the screen can be slow to respond.
- The heated seats are integrated into the screen menu, requiring a tap. Auto settings on heated seat and steering wheel are considered unusual.
- The camera system is easily accessible from the home screen.
- There's an unusual "look forward" safety warning that alerts the driver when they aren't looking at the road.
- The rear seats are surprisingly large.
- The charge port door is on the front fender area. It opens with a push.
- Range is 215-305 miles, depending on configuration.
- 215 horsepower in the base front-wheel-drive version
- 389 horsepower available in the all-wheel-drive version
- Rear-seat passengers have access to rear heated seats, plus USB-A and USB-C charging ports.
- The design is distinctive and offers a premium, more luxurious look than some of its competition.
- The 2023 Nissan Ariya gets a Dougscore of 57 out of 100.
- Overall, the driving experience is fine, if unremarkable.
