Used 2023 Nissan Ariya for Sale nearMerced, CA

How much does the 2023 Nissan Ariya cost?

Prices have softened 10.39% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,520 listings available, which suggests you should have a solid range of choices while shopping.

Is the 2023 Nissan Ariya a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Nissan Ariya earns a 4.8/5 user rating and an 8.5/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Performance, Technology, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its comfort, technology, smooth handling, and solid performance, and they also like its stylish design and advanced safety systems. The main trade-offs are that the price can feel high and the range can be less satisfying in colder conditions. For you, that means the Ariya makes the most sense if you want a polished EV with broad appeal rather than the cheapest or longest-range option in the segment. With 42.6% of listings marked as good or great deals, there’s still meaningful room to shop carefully.

Is the 2023 Nissan Ariya reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback points to a vehicle that feels dependable in daily use, with praise for its smooth handling, comfort, and solid performance. The Ariya also comes across as trouble-free in the way owners describe its overall experience, especially when you factor in the strong technology and safety package. Nissan’s EV Carefree+ coverage includes 3 years or 36,000 miles of scheduled maintenance, which helps reduce early ownership hassle.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is making sure the battery and charging history still line up with your expectations, especially if the car has seen frequent fast charging or cold-weather use.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Nissan Ariya?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially on an EV where battery condition matters as much as cosmetic wear. Focus on how the car has been charged, whether it has any warning lights or software issues, and whether the cabin tech and driver-assistance features work as expected. If possible, ask for battery state-of-health information and confirm the remaining battery warranty coverage.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Engage FWD is the most stripped-down version, while higher trims add more comfort, convenience, and safety equipment. The biggest feature gap at the bottom of the range is that the head-up display is not included on the Engage trim.
• Powertrain: You can shop front-wheel drive or e-4ORCE all-wheel drive, with the dual-motor AWD setup delivering much stronger output and quicker acceleration than the single-motor version. The extended-range battery is paired with the “+” trims, while the standard-range battery appears on the lower Engage models.
• Safety package: ProPilot Assist is standard, and ProPilot Assist 2.0 appears on the Empower+ and Platinum+ trims. Standard safety equipment also includes automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, a driver-attention monitor, and traffic-sign recognition.
• Infotainment: The Ariya uses dual 12-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay, wired Android Auto, and Alexa compatibility. The head-up display is standard on all but the Engage trim.
• Range & charging: The extended-range battery is 87 kWh, and Nissan says it can charge from 20% to 80% in 40 minutes on a 130-kW DC fast charger. The smaller battery should do the same in 35 minutes.
• Battery health: On a used EV, you should check battery state-of-health, review charging habits, and confirm whether the car has mostly been charged at home or relied heavily on DC fast charging. You should also verify how much of the 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty remains.

Which 2023 Nissan Ariya trim should I buy?

The 2023 Nissan Ariya is offered in 7 trim levels: Engage, Engage+, Venture+, Evolve+, Empower+, Premiere, and Platinum+.

Here's the short version:

• Engage: This is the entry point, and it gives you the Ariya’s core EV experience at the lowest starting price. It makes sense if you want the most affordable way into the model, but you give up some convenience equipment found higher up.
• Engage+: This is the first step up if you want the extended-range battery without jumping too far in price. It’s a smart value choice if range matters more to you than extra luxury features.
• Venture+: This trim adds the extended-range battery and a more powerful motor, making it a strong middle-ground pick for shoppers who want better performance without going all the way to the top.
• Evolve+: This is the trim to consider if you want more flexibility, since it is offered with either front-wheel drive or AWD. It sits in the sweet spot for shoppers who want a richer Ariya experience without paying for the most expensive versions.
• Empower+: This is where ProPilot Assist 2.0 arrives, so it’s the trim to target if hands-free-but-eyes-on highway driving matters to you.
• Premiere: This limited-edition FWD trim keeps the extended-range battery and adds a more upscale feel, making it a good fit if you want something a little more distinctive.
• Platinum+: This is the top trim and the one to buy if you want the strongest performance, the most advanced safety tech, and the fullest feature set.

The safety package is strongest on the Empower+ and Platinum+ trims because that’s where ProPilot Assist 2.0 appears.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Nissan Ariya?

The market looks favorable for you right now, with solid deal availability and a meaningful price drop versus last year.

• Deal availability: 42.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,520 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.39% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 94.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $21,328, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Nissan Ariya's resale value?

The current average of $22,789 sits slightly below last year's $25,433.

That price movement suggests the Ariya has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can be helpful if you’re buying now and planning to sell later. If prices stabilize, future sellers may benefit from a smaller remaining drop than early buyers faced. The current market also shows that shoppers are still responding to the Ariya’s mix of comfort, technology, and safety, which helps support demand.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Nissan Ariya safe?

The 2023 Nissan Ariya has not been crash-tested by either NHTSA or IIHS.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Nissan fits all 2023 Ariyas with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, a driver-attention monitor, and traffic-sign recognition. ProPilot Assist is standard, and ProPilot Assist 2.0 on the Empower+ and Platinum+ trims adds hands-free-but-eyes-on driving capability, lane-change assist, HD map data, and a driver-monitoring camera. If safety is a top priority, the higher trims are the ones that give you the most advanced driver-assistance tech.

Should I buy a 2023 Nissan Ariya or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 42.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.39% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 model is the all-new Ariya launch year, with Nissan’s latest EV tech and the available ProPilot Assist 2.0 system on higher trims.

The bottom line: If you want the freshest version of the Ariya with the broadest mix of tech, comfort, and safety, the 2023 is the one to focus on. If your priority is simply getting the lowest possible price, you can also compare nearby model years and shop whichever one gives you the best combination of condition, equipment, and deal quality.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.