Compare performance (435 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or Casalini 550?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Casalini 550 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,817 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Ariya offers substantially more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 427 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers clearly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 572 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Nissan Ariya offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 1,852 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers significantly more boot space – 415 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 415 L.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Ariya carries visibly more – 363 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Casalini 550 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
detailsThe Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
54,800 £
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Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
417 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
20 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
2,277 kg
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Curb weight
425 kg
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Trunk capacity
415 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
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Length
3,000 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,500 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,470 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
363 kg
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Payload
273 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
435 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
45 km/h
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Torque
600 Nm
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Torque
28 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
2
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Power kW
320 kW
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Power kW
6 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
479 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
-
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Casalini
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