Used Nissan Ariya for Sale near North Carolina

How much does the Nissan Ariya cost in today's market?

Used Nissan Ariya prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan Ariya's current nationwide average price is $24,488, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $22,256 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan Ariya a good car?

Yes — the Nissan Ariya earns strong marks from owners for its sleek design, spacious cabin, smooth ride, and advanced technology. The all-generations owner rating is 4.69/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews also point to the Ariya's comfortable cabin, striking styling, and strong safety equipment as recurring strengths. The main trade-offs are the underwhelming drive modes, the price that can feel high, and range concerns on some trims.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 model among the highest across all years.

41.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Ariya models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Ariya for its comfort, technology, and smooth driving character, and expert reviews echo those strengths with notes on its quiet ride and well-executed cabin. The Ariya also earns positive feedback for its advanced safety systems and overall refinement.

• Owners rate the Nissan Ariya between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you choose a well-kept example and stay current on charging habits, battery care, and scheduled maintenance.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.2% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: ProPilot Assist 2.0 on the Empower+ and Platinum+ trim levels.
• Infotainment: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support with dual 12-inch displays.
• Range & charging: 87-kWh battery, 20% to 80% in 40 minutes on a 130-kW DC fast charger, and 35 minutes with the smaller battery.
• Battery health: Check battery state-of-health, review how the vehicle has been charged over time, and confirm the remaining battery warranty before you buy.

Which Nissan Ariya trim should I buy?

The 2023 Nissan Ariya offers these trims:

• Engage FWD: The entry point with the standard-range battery and front-wheel drive, best if you want the most affordable way into the Ariya lineup.
• Engage AWD: Adds all-wheel drive while keeping the standard-range battery.
• Venture+ FWD: A strong value pick that adds the extended-range battery and the more powerful 178-kW motor.
• Evolve+: Available with FWD or AWD and sits in the middle of the lineup for shoppers who want more choice in drivetrain.
• Empower+ FWD: Adds the next-generation ProPilot Assist 2.0 safety system.
• Premiere FWD: The limited-edition model that keeps the extended-range battery and adds a more exclusive position in the lineup.
• Platinum+ AWD: The top trim with the most power and the most advanced safety tech, suited to shoppers who want the fullest Ariya experience.

What Nissan Ariya do most buyers choose?

The Nissan Ariya years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-volume model years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer more inventory to compare, more pricing flexibility, and a better chance of finding the trim and equipment mix you want.

What is the Nissan Ariya's resale value?

Prices have moved lower across the Ariya years shown here, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The larger drop on one year suggests stronger buyer leverage, while the smaller decline on the newer year points to steadier pricing there. The 2024 and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Nissan Ariya safe?

• 2023: 9/10

The 2023 Ariya includes ProPilot Assist 2.0 on the Empower+ and Platinum+ trim levels.

For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan Ariya now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −3.22% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −12.86%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 41.5% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 41.5%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $25,548. The Nissan Ariya offers a spacious cabin and a quiet, comfortable driving character that make it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Range & charging: 87-kWh battery, 20% to 80% in 40 minutes on a 130-kW DC fast charger, and 35 minutes with the smaller battery.
• Tech: Dual 12-inch displays and wireless Apple CarPlay.
• Safety: ProPilot Assist 2.0 with hands-free (but eyes-on) driving capabilities and lane-change assist.
• Starting price: The Ariya Engage FWD opens with an MSRP of $43,190.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.