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BMW iX3 vs Nissan Ariya

Comparing the 2027 BMW iX3 (from $61,500) with the 2025 Nissan Ariya (from $39,770). The iX3 offers 434 miles of range while the Ariya offers 216 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX3 goes the distance, while Nissan Ariya wins on price.

BMW iX3

2027SUV

BMW iX3
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Longest Range

  • Up to 434 mi EPA-rated range
  • 108.7 kWh battery
  • 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Nissan Ariya

2025SUV

Nissan Ariya

Best Value

  • Starts at $39,770
  • About $138 per mile of range
  • Up to 289 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Price
$54,000 - $65,500
$39,770 - $54,370
Range
305-434 miles
205-289 miles
Horsepower
315-463 hp
214-389 hp
0-60 mph
4.7-5.9 sec
4.8-7.2 sec
Battery Size
82.6-108.7 kWh
63-87 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
124-130 mph
99 mph
Towing Capacity
4409 lbs
1500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
21 min (10-80%)
35 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
10.5 hrs (0-100%)
Length
188.4"
182.9"
Width
74.6"
74.8"
Height
64.4"
65.4"
Cargo Capacity
61.8 cu ft
59.7 cu ft

BMW iX3 vs Nissan Ariya: Which Should You Buy?

The Nissan Ariya starts at $39,770, undercutting the BMW iX3 ($54,000) by about $14,000.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX3 covers up to 434 miles, 145 more than the Nissan Ariya's maximum of 289. At a DC fast charger, the BMW iX3 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 35 for the Nissan Ariya.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX3 if you want the longest range, or the Nissan Ariya if you want the most for your money.

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