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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
54,800 £
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Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
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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
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 km
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Electric Range
534 - 657 km
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Battery Capacity
87 kWh
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Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,277 kg
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Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
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Trunk capacity
415 L
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Trunk capacity
822 L
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Length
4,595 mm
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Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
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Height
1,650 mm
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Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,280 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
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Payload
363 kg
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Payload
435 - 472 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
435 HP
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Power HP
299 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
201 km/h
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Torque
600 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
320 kW
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Power kW
220 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Tesla
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