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Nissan Ariya vs Volkswagen ID.4

Comparing the 2025 Nissan Ariya (from $39,770) with the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 (from $45,095). The Ariya offers 216 miles of range while the ID.4 offers 291 miles.

Quick Take

Nissan Ariya wins on price, while Volkswagen ID.4 charges fastest.

Nissan Ariya

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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
Volkswagen ID.4

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Volkswagen ID.4

Fastest Charger

  • 30 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 175 kW peak charging speed
  • Up to 291 mi EPA-rated range
Price
$39,770 - $54,370
$45,095 - $48,995
Range
205-289 miles
263-291 miles
Horsepower
214-389 hp
282-335 hp
0-60 mph
4.8-7.2 sec
4.8-5.9 sec
Battery Size
63-87 kWh
77 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
99 mph
100 mph
Towing Capacity
1500 lbs
2200-2700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
35 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
10.5 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
182.9"
180.5"
Width
74.8"
72.9"
Height
65.4"
64.6"
Cargo Capacity
59.7 cu ft
64.2 cu ft

Nissan Ariya vs Volkswagen ID.4: Which Should You Buy?

The Nissan Ariya starts at $39,770, undercutting the Volkswagen ID.4 ($45,095) by about $5,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Volkswagen ID.4 covers up to 291 miles, 2 more than the Nissan Ariya's maximum of 289. At a DC fast charger, the Volkswagen ID.4 goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 35 for the Nissan Ariya.

Bottom line: pick the Nissan Ariya if you want the most for your money, or the Volkswagen ID.4 if you want the shortest charging stops.

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