NEW Nissan Ariya Review: The Best Electric Family Car?

Rory reviews the new Nissan Ariya, the company's first proper attempt at a no-compromise electric family car. Is it a serious rival to the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E?

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[AutoTraderTV]

Would the Ariya tempt you away from the Tesla Model Y? ⬇

[theheadshotstudio]

I love that 'physical volume knobs' are now features

[tavirosu]

Looks good and if selling this means we will get the R36 GT-R then I'm totally ok with it!

[williamfence]

Great review as usual . Sad when we have to praise " physical volume knob" . Designers take note !

[starkeybf]

This has to be one of my favorites. Looks really luxurious. Cant wait to see these on the roads

[frankiRu]

Dam... I’m loving how cars are starting to look futuristic

[Sushi_]

The mic for this video sounds weird, makes rory's voice sound like he inhaled helium, besides that great review.
Edit: His vocals while in the car

[tomattime]

Still unsure on the exterior but I really like the interior.

Quality as always from Rory

[selehadinhilu]

Auto trader and Carwow are the best YouTube channel

[alexandergoldman]

I don't understand why you would put these up against the "Tesla Model Y and Ford Mach E" and not also mention the Hyundai Ionic 5 and Kia EV6 given the Ionic and EV6 are some of the most competitive in the segment? Not a bad effort from Nissan, but I'd go Kia EV6 first, Ionic 5 second, Ford Mach E/Tesla tied for third... but hey...all great vehicles

[KineticEV]

It was on my short list but for many of the reasons mentioned here I went with the Model Y. But if it can squeeze out close to 350 miles EPA then it will be another decent choice in the EV space. Because as it stands...only being able to charge to 80-90% as well as driving conditions and the car's BMS you're not going to get the advertised range. But with an ever expanding charging network, Tesla getting closer and closer to opening up theirs to everyone as well as charging at home, work etc. I'd say getting over 300 miles is still a good option with no real fear of range anxiety.

[sheeno]

Is it me or does Rory sound like he's had a bit of helium when he's talking in the car 😂😂

[joshbacon]

0:41 - “Rear wheel drive or all wheel drive”

Wrong - the 2WD models are actually front wheel drive, not rear wheel drive as Rory said.

[harshithsadhana]

did rory inhaled helium gas? the voice very funny. i like it

[kgothatsodinale]

Love your reviews bruh... I watch a while lotta car reviews channels... But this is my favourite

[mjmoran]

Is some of the footage sped up? Rory's voice.

[lazziebardakos]

I'd go for one of the Korean options

[lisarhiad]

I love how it looks and how much features you get as standard ..great

[kvraju]

Hello Rory, Your review was great. How is the rear visibility in the Ariya? When I look back, will my view be obstructed? Thanks.

[playstation]

The interior is very nice. I prefer this infotainment screen to the giant iPad style