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Nissan Ariya review

The Ariya 87 kWh 22kWCh is a quietly strong family EV if your day-to-day ownership leans heavily on home or destination charging. The combination of a large 87 kWh battery, a credible WLTP range claim, and unusually strong 22 kW AC capability makes it an easy car to live with when you can charge overnight or at work. It is not the fastest-charging EV on a motorway day, but for many buyers that trade is worth it if comfort, calm road manners, and AC convenience matter more than headline DC speed.

Buyer fit

Best for families, long-distance commuters with home charging, and buyers who value smoother everyday ownership over maximum fast-charge theatre.

Key specs

At a glance

  • Battery: 87 kWh
  • WLTP range: Up to 528 km (87 kWh 22kWCh)
  • Peak DC charging: 130 kW
  • AC charging: 22 kW

Reviewed 2026-05-02

Charging

What to expect at the charger

The Ariya's standout charging feature is its 22 kW AC capability, which can materially shorten home, workplace, and destination charge sessions if you have the right wallbox. DC fast charging is still fully usable for road trips, but the ownership case is strongest when most energy comes from predictable AC charging and DC stops are occasional convenience rather than a daily dependency.

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Ownership tradeoffs

What to keep in mind before you buy

  • Its 130 kW DC ceiling trails the latest 200–350 kW class leaders, so repeated long motorway days are less effortless than in the fastest-charging rivals.
  • The range number is an official WLTP planning anchor, not a guarantee for sustained high-speed driving.
  • Availability and equipment can vary by market; the strongest case for this trim is Europe-focused.

Common questions

Frequently asked about the Nissan Ariya

Is the Nissan Ariya worth buying?

The Ariya 87 kWh 22kWCh is a quietly strong family EV if your day-to-day ownership leans heavily on home or destination charging. The combination of a large 87 kWh battery, a credible WLTP range claim, and unusually strong 22 kW AC capability makes it an easy car to live with when you can charge overnight or at work. It is not the fastest-charging EV on a motorway day, but for many buyers that trade is worth it if comfort, calm road manners, and AC convenience matter more than headline DC speed.

Who should buy the Nissan Ariya?

Best for families, long-distance commuters with home charging, and buyers who value smoother everyday ownership over maximum fast-charge theatre.

What are the ownership tradeoffs of the Nissan Ariya?

The main ownership tradeoffs are these: Its 130 kW DC ceiling trails the latest 200–350 kW class leaders, so repeated long motorway days are less effortless than in the fastest-charging rivals; The range number is an official WLTP planning anchor, not a guarantee for sustained high-speed driving; and Availability and equipment can vary by market; the strongest case for this trim is Europe-focused.