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Nissan Ariya vs VW ID.5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (435 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or VW ID.5?

Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ariya

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW ID.5 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 37300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 446 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.5: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Nissan Ariya with 17.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 559 km, about 28 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

ID.5

Engine and Performance:

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 has a noticeable edge – offering 435 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Ariya performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls a bit stronger with 679 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 79 Nm difference.

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, VW ID.5 is slight lighter – 1963 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 17 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers somewhat more room – 549 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs a bit better – up to 1561 L, which is about 211 L more than the Nissan Ariya.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 clearly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 sits just ahead overall 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.

Nissan Ariya
VW ID.5

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ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km

Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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VW ID.5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Nissan Ariya
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption

Price
37300 - 54800 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
402 - 531 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4595 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
363 - 420 kg
Payload
517 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 435 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
300 - 600 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 320 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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.