The long-anticipated Nissan Ariya has officially been confirmed for the Australian market, with local deliveries scheduled to begin in September. Its prices start from $55,840 (MSRP), undercutting rivals like the Tesla Model Y, BYD Sealion 7, and Hyundai Ioniq 5..
The Ariya marks Nissan’s return to the EV spotlight in Australia following the Leaf, promising a refined and powerful electric driving experience built on “Timeless Japanese Futurism.”
Nissan Ariya pricing: Four grades, two battery options
Buyers can choose between a 63kWh or 87kWh liquid-cooled battery, with driving range varying from 385km to 504km (WLTP). All variants are built on a dedicated EV platform, offering a flat floor, advanced thermal management, and spacious proportions.
The 2025 Nissan Ariya will be available to Australian buyers in four trims priced as follows:
| Nissan Ariya | Prices (before on-road costs) |
| Engage (63kWh) | $55,840 |
| Advance (63kWh) | $59,840 |
| Advance + (87kWh) | $63,840 |
| Evolve e-4orce (87kWh) | $71,840 |
2025 Ariya specs: Battery, range & performance
The Australian specification for the Nissan Ariya electric SUV offers a choice of two battery sizes as well as single motor or dual motor setups. Here’s the full breakdown of the powertrain specifications:
| Battery Size | 63kWh | 87kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 385km | 504km/ 487km (AWD) |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD/ AWD |
| Power | 160kW | 160kW/ 320kW (AWD) |
| Torque | 300Nm | 300Nm/ 600Nm (AWD) |
| 0-100kmph | 8 seconds | 5.6 seconds (AWD) |
The standard towing capacity for the Nissan Ariya stands at 750kg but increases to 1500kg in the top-of-the-line AWD grade. It also comes with drive modes and single-pedal driving with regenerative braking.
Charging capabilities include 22kW AC and 130kW DC fast charging, delivering 10% to 80% in just 35 minutes on a suitable charger.
Minimalist design — Inside and out
The Nissan Ariya made its market-ready debut six years ago, so the design can hardly be called futuristic at this point, but its simplicity is definitely contemporary. It features the EV-specific iteration of the single-piece V-motion ‘shield’ in place of the usual Nissan grille.The Ariya features a smoothened design all over with muscular creases for a dynamic presence but not a sporty one.
Inside the cabin as well, the sense of space is enhanced by a minimalistic design with dual 12.3-inch screens in an integrated housing standing atop the dashboard and a sliding centre console. The five-seater EV also has a flat floor which opens up more room for the occupants.
2025 Nissan Ariya grade-wise features
Nissan is offering the Ariya electric SUV in four grades for Australia, starting with the Engage.
Nissa Ariya Engage
It comes well-equipped as standard for most basic needs:
- 19-inch alloys
- Dual-zone climate control
- Electronic parking brake with auto-hold
- Keyless entry
- Power adjustable, heated and folding side view mirrors
- Leather accented steering wheel
- 12.3-inch touchscreen and digital instrument cluster
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Satellite navigation and digital radio
- Reversing camera with front and rear parking sensors
- Hill-start assist
Nissan Ariya Advance
It adds the following features over the Ariya Engage:
- Synthetic leather-accented seats
- Electronically adjustable and heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Surround view monitor
- Powered tailgate
- 10-speaker Bose sound system
- Rear privacy glass
Nissan Ariya Advance+
It gets the larger battery pack and the following features over Ariya Advance:
- Black synthetic leather interior with Ultrasuede seat inserts
- Head-up display
- Panoramic sunroof
- Power-sliding front console
- Heater rear seats
Nissan Ariya Evolve e-4orce
- The flagship variant gets the following features over the Ariya Advance plus:
- Three-phase AC-on board charger
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Nappa leather seats in blue
- Chrome window surrounds
- Power adjustable steering column
- Memory function for side mirrors
Comprehensive Safety Features
All Nissan Ariya models come with Nissan’s ProPILOT suite of driver assistance systems. These include:
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring & Intervention
- Pedestrian and Cyclist Emergency Braking
- Intelligent Cruise Control
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Vehicle Sound for pedestrian safety
The flagship trim adds Adaptive Driving Beam headlights, Intelligent Rearview Mirror, and full surround view.
Warranty
Nissan offers a 10-year/300,000km warranty for Ariya models serviced at authorised dealerships. The Ariya also comes with flat-price servicing, up to 10 years roadside assistance, and an 8-year/160,000km battery capacity warranty.
Australia’s Growing EV Market Gets a New Contender
With the 2025 Ariya, Nissan is clearly aiming to build on its electric legacy. Warwick Daly, Deputy Director of Marketing & Mobility at Nissan Australia, stated-
“It’s exciting to see Nissan’s long history in the Australian electric vehicle space continue in the Ariya… it’s a truly thrilling drive.”
As Australian interest in EVs continues to climb, the Nissan Ariya slots in as a bold new entrant, one that brings Japanese luxury, practicality, and electrification together in one futuristic package.
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