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.
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. At a DC fast charger, the Tesla Model Y goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 35 for the Nissan Ariya.
The Tesla Model Y offers 76 cu ft of cargo space vs 59.7 for the Nissan Ariya.
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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