The brand-new 2021 Nissan Ariya is the company’s latest all-electric SUV. The forthcoming Ariya is a model that is based on the IMx concept and the Nissan Leaf. Nissan expects huge things from its new vehicle. To compare, Ariya is roomier than X-Trail and is also shorter. However, the X-Trail SUV is wider, and it provides less ground clearance.
As for the Ariya, this SUV will ride on a new company’s architecture. Renault and Mitsubishi use the same platform. We can expect great mileage figures, modern and comfy interior, and so much more. Nissan is offering a sporty design that also looks futuristic. A semi-autonomous driving system is another highlight, besides the all-electric dual-motor powertrain.
New 2021 Ariya Looks Futuristic
When it comes to exterior design, new 2021 Nissan Ariya looks both sporty and modern. This SUV takes a lower and wider stance, and it shares its architecture with Mitsubishi’s and Renault’s models. The underpinnings are able to accommodate various sizes of the batteries and electric motors. Interestingly, Ariya will be shorter than the X-Trail SUV.
The styling looks very distinctive, and Ariya wears the new company’s design language. Upfront, headlights are perfectly blended into the grille. Moreover, a full-width LED bar looks futuristic, and it shows the charging status. A raked roofline provides a modern coupe-like appearance, and generally, Ariya looks truly impressive.
Interior Specs
On the inside, the upcoming 2021 Nissan Ariya will also look modern. Moreover, some touches are so cool and futuristic. Everything starts with a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Most of the controls are touch-operated so you can’t find that much buttons and controls. Nissan is offering its ProPilot active safety system, and Ariya also comes with a semi-autonomous driving system.
Thanks to that, this SUV is capable of driving itself within the lane. Auto climate control, wireless charging, and digital personal assistant are all available. On top of that, Ariya SUV offers leather upholstery, sporty steering wheel, and new pre-cool and pre-heat systems. This system is setting the temperature while the car is at parking.
Power, Driving Range, Acceleration
The all-new electric SUV will deploy a dual-motor configuration. That means a single motor is mounted to each axle. Thanks to that, the 2021 Nissan Ariya is offering an intelligent four-wheel-drive configuration. Nissan promises great driving experience and superb ride quality. Whatsoever, Ariya’s impressive handling is one of the highlights of this SUV.
As for the performance figures, Nissan didn’t specify anything yet. The iMX concept was presented with 400 horsepower. Moreover, Nissan will deliver 373 miles of driving range. That is more than Tesla’s Model X has to offer. Lastly, Ariya will sprint from 0 to 60 mph in five seconds flat.
2021 Nissan Ariya Price and Release Date
If the reports are correct, a new 2021 Nissan Ariya will be going on sale at the beginning of 2021. The price is still a mystery, but you can expect a price to start at over $40,000. Whatsoever, Kia e-Niro is priced at $37,000, and Ariya will surely cost more. You can also expect three trim levels, and Ariya will become available in the United States as well.
