Kia EV6 vs Nissan Ariya
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MSRP$40,900 | MSRP$43,190 |
Listings168 | Listings124 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWe didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is a $60,000 electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | |
Reviews SummaryBy 2023, it should be clear that electric vehicles are here to stay. Companies that got started early on EVs have a head start, and when considering the current era of electric mobility, no major automaker got out of the starting blocks faster than Nissan. The 2010 Nissan Leaf invited the masses to experience quiet, efficient motoring—but in the decade-plus since its debut, it has been caught by more impressive competition. The all-new 2023 Nissan Ariya aims to retake market share in the electric vehicle space. With front- and all-wheel-drive powertrain options, slick design, immersive technology, and a competitive price tag, the Ariya looks capable of putting Nissan back into the EV conversation. We tested a single-motor Ariya in the fall of 2022 and have since evaluated the dual-motor e-4ORCE model for this updated review. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine167 hp Electric | Engine214 hp Electric |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity58 kWh | EV Battery Capacity63 kWh |
MPG City136 | MPG City109 |
MPG Highway100 | MPG Highway94 |
Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)10.5 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name167 hp Electric | Engine Name214 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)10.5 hours |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity58 kWh | EV Battery Capacity63 kWh |
MPG City136 | MPG City109 |
MPG Highway100 | MPG Highway94 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space24.4 cu ft | Cargo Space22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4017 lbs | Curb Weight4323 lbs |
Height60.8 in | Height65.4 in |
Length184.3 in | Length182.9 in |
Width74.0 in | Width85.5 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase109.3 in |
Maximum Payload987 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,900 | $43,190 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | We didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is a $60,000 electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | By 2023, it should be clear that electric vehicles are here to stay. Companies that got started early on EVs have a head start, and when considering the current era of electric mobility, no major automaker got out of the starting blocks faster than Nissan. The 2010 Nissan Leaf invited the masses to experience quiet, efficient motoring—but in the decade-plus since its debut, it has been caught by more impressive competition. The all-new 2023 Nissan Ariya aims to retake market share in the electric vehicle space. With front- and all-wheel-drive powertrain options, slick design, immersive technology, and a competitive price tag, the Ariya looks capable of putting Nissan back into the EV conversation. We tested a single-motor Ariya in the fall of 2022 and have since evaluated the dual-motor e-4ORCE model for this updated review. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 167 hp Electric | 214 hp Electric |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | 63 kWh |
MPG City | 136 | 109 |
MPG Highway | 100 | 94 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 10.5 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 167 hp Electric | 214 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 10.5 hours | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | 63 kWh |
MPG City | 136 | 109 |
MPG Highway | 100 | 94 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 24.4 cu ft | 22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4017 lbs | 4323 lbs |
Height | 60.8 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 184.3 in | 182.9 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 85.5 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 109.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 987 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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