The Nissan Ariya is one of the newest vehicles on the market, and it’s making waves being an all-electric model. Being that it’s only a few years old, you’ll find the best style and some of the best features on the market. We’ll take a look at the year models that are currently on the used market, so you know what to expect.

Key Takeaways:

• With two battery options, the one that comes with the most range is the 87 kWh battery. This will get you almost 100 more miles than the smaller battery.
• The 2025 option is the best one for most modern features, but it will be a bit harder to find given how recent it was. If you want some of the features that it comes with, then you’ll have to look for “older” models equipped with the optional features.
• This model has some great safety ratings, helping you remain confident when on the road, making this the best option for a family SUV.

First Generation (2023-Present)

When this generation hit the roads, it came as an all-electric model. This helped make it stand out in a sea of gas-powered engines. Being that we’re looking at the used lots, there are a few things to keep in mind, such as the battery sizes, which are 63 kWh or 87 kWh battery size. If you’re not looking for the smaller battery, then you’ll have to steer clear of the Engage trim. You can also find both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations, making it easy to find exactly what you like.

Across all trims, you can find Nissan's Safety Shield 360 system, which equips the vehicle with standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and you may even find models that are equipped with adaptive cruise control with a hands-free driving mode. Thanks to these features, in its debut, it gained the IIHS’ Top Safety Pick+.

If you want some of the best features, then you can look for the ProPilot 2.0 system, which allows hands-free driving. This feature will only come on the higher-end trims, such as the Premiere and Platinum.

Some features that you can find across the lineup are dual 12.3-inch displays, with these being the digital gauge cluster and the infotainment screen. The infotainment screen comes with phone connectivity via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Unlike other models, this one even comes with in-dash navigation as a standard feature.

If you’re looking for the best features possible, then you can look for wireless smartphone charging and a head-up display. Being that these are optional, not all models will come with them, but if you do manage to find them, then you’re looking at something special.

For models that are after 2025, the wireless charging pad is now a standard feature, but thanks to its age, these may be harder to find. This year also saw the trim lineup get reduced to the Engage, then Engage+, Evolve+, and Platinum.

Going back to the battery options, this is the most important part of an EV. While the smaller battery does feature less mileage, being that it comes on the base trim, the price may be worth it. The 63kWh battery pack gets 216 miles on one charge, while the larger 87kWh battery gets 304 miles on one charge. When charging your vehicle at a fast charger, you can go from 10-90% in 42 minutes, making it easy to stop and get a bite to eat in the meantime.

So, is the Nissan Ariya a good family EV SUV?

The Ariya is absolutely a great family SUV. When combining the range, safety, and features, it’s hard to deny that this is a great option. Being that the model has only been around for a few years, it may be hard to find at first, but we will be more than happy to help put you in your next dream vehicle. Come on down to Car2Sell in East Windsor today!