The 2024 Nissan Ariya joins a growing field of electric SUVs and is poised to battle the Volkswagen ID.4, Tesla Model Y, Mustang Mach-E, and Kia EV6.
The Ariya tries to differentiate itself from the pack by offering a dizzying number of trims and possible drivetrain combinations, each a bit more advanced and expensive than the next. The least costly Engage trim is the only model with a smaller 63-kilowatt-hour battery, which limits its EPA-estimated range to 216 miles. All other Ariya models use an 87-kWh battery pack with ranges varying from 265 miles for the Platinum+ to 304 miles in the Venture+ (FWD). All-wheel drive (AWD) is available on most trims, increasing performance but reducing overall range.
Nissan is pushing some innovative shopping programs, including having an Ariya delivered to your home for a test drive. Although purchasing an Ariya doesn’t qualify you for the government’s $7,500 tax credit, leasing one will.
Let’s take a closer look at the current Ariya crop and see which trim is the right one for you.
What’s New:
Nissan lowered the base Ariya Engage trim’s price by $3,600, with other trims lopping off as much as $6,000 compared to last year.
Our Recommendation:
The Evolve+ trim has the best balance of features, range, performance, and value in the Ariya lineup.
These are the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) and include the $1,390 factory-to-dealer delivery fee (destination charge). Prices are current at the time of publishing.
Ariya Engage
Starts at $40,980 | See listings
- 216-mile range
- 8-way power driver’s seat
- Memory driver’s seat
- Leatherette upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
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Ariya Venture+
Starts at $42,580 | See listings
- 304-mile range
- LED headlights
- Heated side mirrors
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- ProPilot Assist
- Navigation
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Ariya Evolve+
Starts at $45,580 | See listings
- 289-mile range
- Panoramic roof
- 360-degree camera
- Power liftgate
- Rain-sensing wipers
- 8-way power passenger seat
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Ariya Empower+
Starts at $49,080 | See listings
- Hands-free highway driving assist
- Parking assist
- Multicolor ambient lighting
- Front central-mounted airbag
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Ariya Platinum+
Starts at $55,580 | See listings
- 265-mile range
- e-4ORCE AWD
- Nappa leather upholstery
- Hands-free power liftgate
- Power tilt/telescoping steering wheel
- Bose audio
- Ventilated front seats
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2024 Nissan Ariya Engage: $40,980 (FWD); $44,980 (AWD)
The Engage trim has more features than the Venture+ trim, but it’s more affordable because it has a smaller battery (63 kWh) and less power and range. The Engage model makes 214 horsepower and gets up to 216 miles of range.
This trim adds comfort with an 8-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar support and memory. Also standard is leatherette upholstery, heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a color head-up display, a motorized sliding center console, and the Divide-N-Hide cargo management system with a cargo cover.
There’s also a more powerful Engage+ e-4ORCE model ($46,580), but other than the powertrain differences, the Plus has the same features as the standard Engage model.
On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2024 Nissan Ariya Engage monthly payment starts at $773. See 2024 Nissan Ariya Engage models for sale near you
2024 Nissan Ariya Engage includes:
Leatherette seats — The leatherette seats in the Engage models are an excellent step up over the standard cloth seats of the Venture+.
Heated front and rear seats — Heated front and rear seats improve the comfort for everyone in the Ariya.
Head-up display — This useful tech feature gives the Ariya a more premium feel.
2024 Nissan Ariya Venture+: $42,580
The Venture+ trim of the Ariya has the longest range of the bunch, with an 87-kilowatt battery that gives it 304 miles at a full charge. Exterior features include 19-inch wheels with aero covers, LED headlights and taillights, heated side mirrors, and an illuminated Nissan badge.
The interior of the base trim comes with manually adjustable front seats, cloth upholstery, ambient interior lighting, a drive mode selector, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a long list of tech features. The standard NissanConnect infotainment system has wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay plus navigation, SiriusXM, four USB ports (two USB-A and two USB-C), and a 12.3-inch Advanced Drive-Assist Display.
Standard safety and driver assistance tech features include the ProPilot Assist with Navi-link semi-autonomous driving system, adaptive cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, automatic high beams, and more.
On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2024 Nissan Ariya Venture+ monthly payment starts at $804. See 2024 Nissan Ariya Venture+ models for sale near you
2024 Nissan Ariya Venture+ includes:
Excellent 304-mile range — The Venture+ trim is the longest-range version of the Ariya, making it practical and useful.
ProPilot Assist — This semi-autonomous driving system makes highway driving safer and more relaxed.
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — Connect your smartphone to the infotainment system in the Ariya without needing to take it out of your purse or pocket.
2024 Nissan Ariya Evolve+: $45,580 (FWD); $49,580 (AWD)
The midrange Evolve+ trim adds some excellent features to the Ariya. It takes a slight hit in the electric range but still has an estimated range of up to 289 miles (272 with AWD).
Additional features include a panoramic moonroof, a 360-degree camera, a wireless charging pad for your phone, a power liftgate, LED fog lights, an 8-way power passenger seat, rain-sensing wipers, a universal garage door opener, a motorized center dash glove box, trunk underfloor storage, and an Intelligent Around View Monitor.
On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2024 Nissan Ariya Evolve+ monthly payment starts at $860. See 2024 Nissan Ariya Evolve+ models for sale near you
2024 Nissan Ariya Evolve+ includes:
Panoramic moonroof — The panoramic moonroof opens up the interior of the Ariya, making it feel airier with a better view.
Digital Intelligent Around View Monitor — A 360-degree camera adds an extra layer of safety and makes parking easier.
Wireless charging — With a convenient wireless charging pad, there’s no fussing with cords to charge your phone while driving.
2024 Nissan Ariya Empower+: $49,080
The Empower+ trim adds some fantastic driver assistance tech features to the Ariya, but not much else. ProPilot Assist 2.0 builds on the standard system by adding hands-free highway driving and assistance with changing lanes. Additionally, ProPilot Park does all of the steering for you while parking, and you work the pedals.
Extra features include multicolor ambient lighting and a front central seat-mounted airbag.
On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2024 Nissan Ariya Empower+ monthly payment starts at $926. See 2024 Nissan Ariya Empower+ models for sale near you
2024 Nissan Ariya Empower+ includes:
ProPilot Assist 2.0 — This driver assistance system allows hands-free driving on the highway, but you still need to stay alert.
ProPilot Park — Park easily and safely with this park assist system. You work the pedals, and the Ariya takes care of the steering.
Multicolor ambient lighting — This mood lighting adds an extra premium look and feel to the Ariya.
2024 Nissan Ariya Platinum+: $55,580
The range-topping Platinum+ model is the height of luxury and technology in a Ariya. It has a significant performance upgrade for starters, with 442 lb-ft of torque and the e-4ORCE AWD system. The estimated range is up to 265 miles.
On top of the mechanical upgrade, the Platinum+ model has active sound control, Nappa leather seating, a hands-free power liftgate, a power steering column with memory, memory front seats, cooled front seats, and a Bose 10-speaker audio system. Additionally, 20-inch alloy wheels are a no-cost option.
On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2024 Nissan Ariya Platinum+ monthly payment starts at $1,049. See 2024 Nissan Ariya Platinum+ models for sale near you
2024 Nissan Ariya Platinum+ includes:
e-4ORCE AWD — This is the only Ariya trim with standard all-wheel drive. It also comes with a performance upgrade with 442 lb-ft of torque.
Nappa leather seats — Nappa leather seating puts the Ariya into luxury SUV territory.
Bose premium audio — A Bose 10-speaker premium audio system combined with active sound control dramatically improves the sound of your music.
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