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Nissan Ariya vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or Tesla Model Y?

Nissan Ariya vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Nissan Ariya

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Tesla Model Y

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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Tesla Model Y is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,571 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 11.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers visibly more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 240 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers only slightly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model Y is only slightly faster – reaching 201 km/h, while the Nissan Ariya tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers very slightly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Ariya

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is somewhat lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 324 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more boot space – 822 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 407 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 858 L more than the Nissan Ariya.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries markedly more – 472 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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.

from £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Nissan Ariya
Tesla Model Y

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Nissan Ariya

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.

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a tech‑forward family SUV that marries blistering efficiency with enormous interior space, calm motorway manners and the obvious convenience of Tesla’s charging ecosystem and over‑the‑air updates. Its minimalist, screen‑centric cabin and rather firm ride — plus limited rear visibility and the absence of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — are trade‑offs that will bother buyers who prioritise comfort or traditional ergonomics.

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Nissan Ariya
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,800 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
87 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
415 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,595 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,650 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,280 L
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
363 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
320 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Tesla
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