Nissan Ariya vs Tesla Model Y
Comparing the 2025 Nissan Ariya (from $39,770) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y (from $39,990). The Ariya offers 216 miles of range while the Model Y offers 321 miles.
Quick Take
Nissan Ariya plays nicest with your phone, while Tesla Model Y is quickest off the line.
Price
$39,770 - $54,370
$39,990 - $57,990
Range
205-289 miles
306-357 miles
Horsepower
214-389 hp
258-460 hp
0-60 mph
4.8-7.2 sec
3.3-6.8 sec
Battery Size
63-87 kWh
69.5-84.6 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
99 mph
125-155 mph
Towing Capacity
1500 lbs
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
182.9"
187"
Width
74.8"
75.6"
Height
65.4"
64"
Cargo Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
Nissan Ariya vs Tesla Model Y: Which Should You Buy?
The 2025 Nissan Ariya and 2026 Tesla Model Y are priced almost identically, starting at $39,770 and $39,990.
In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model Y covers up to 357 miles, 68 more than the Nissan Ariya's maximum of 289.
Bottom line: pick the Nissan Ariya if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Tesla Model Y if you want the quickest acceleration.
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