VS

Nissan Ariya vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (435 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or Renault Rafale?

Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
rate

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
rate

You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ariya

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Nissan Ariya has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 265 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya performs clearly better – achieving up to 531 km, about 434 km more than the Renault Rafale.

Rafale

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Ariya has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 435 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Ariya performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

Ariya

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Rafale is slightly lighter – 1734 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 246 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers noticeable more room – 627 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs distinct better – up to 1910 L, which is about 560 L more than the Nissan Ariya.

When it comes to payload, Renault Rafale minimal takes the win – 444 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Ariya proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Ariya is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £37,300
Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 24.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 402 - 531 km
Nissan Ariya
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
rate

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.

details

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
rate

The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

details
Nissan Ariya
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

Price
37300 - 54800 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
402 - 531 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4595 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
363 - 420 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 435 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 600 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
160 - 320 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Ariya have?

The Nissan Ariya is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.