Nissan Ariya EV To Be Launched Soon: 50 Cars Already Imported To India
The Japanese automotive manufacturer Nissan is all set to launch its highly anticipated Ariya electric SUV in India. Following the recent introduction of the X-Trail, the Ariya has become the second premium model to make its debut in the Indian market. The company will be bringing only 50 units to the country and has already imported them. The Ariya EV, for those who may not know, is the brand’s flagship electric vehicle in the international markets.
Nissan Ariya for India
The Nissan Ariya EV is a direct competitor to the Tesla Model Y and the Volkswagen ID.4 overseas. In the Indian car market, it is expected to sit above the X-Trail in Nissan’s India lineup. The Ariya will be sold as a full import, positioning it as a high-end offering in Nissan’s portfolio. Only 50 units have been brought in via the CBU route.
Design and Architecture
The current generation of the Nissan Ariya EV was unveiled globally back in 2020. The Nissan Ariya’s design remains faithful to the concept showcased in 2019. This electric SUV is built on the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s CMF-EV electric vehicle architecture, which is also shared with the Renault Megane e-Tech.
As for the design, the Nissan Ariya EV boasts a stylish and modern exterior. It features Nissan’s new ‘design’ shield, and in select markets, it includes an illuminated Nissan logo.
The Ariya boasts a coupe-like silhouette and also gets a prominent shoulder line. Depending on the variant and market, the Ariya is equipped with either 19-inch or 20-inch wheels, enhancing its bold stance.
Interior Design
As for the interior, the Nissan Ariya EV offers a clean and minimalistic design. The dashboard is dominated by two large 12.3-inch screens. Higher variants of the Ariya come equipped with a heads-up display and a premium Bose audio system. Apart from these, it gets all the modern amenities.
Powertrain Options
Internationally, the Nissan Ariya EV is available with both single-motor, rear-wheel-drive, and twin-motor, four-wheel-drive powertrains. It also comes with two battery pack options. The first is 63kWh, and the other is 87kWh. The 63kWh battery pack delivers 217 bhp and 300 Nm of torque with a claimed range of 402 km.
On the other hand, the 87kWh model offers 242 bhp and 300 Nm of torque with a range of up to 529 km. The top-spec 87kWh version also comes in a more powerful guise delivering 306 bhp and 600 Nm of torque with a range of up to 513 km.
Nissan Ariya EV Competition
The Nissan Ariya in India will be competing with models like the Kia EV6 and Hyundai IONIQ 5. Both of these models are brought in by Kia and Hyundai via the CBU route. They have both seen a decent amount of success in the Indian market despite their hefty price tags.
Nissan’s Future Plans
Renault and Nissan have committed to collectively invest Rs 5,300 crore in the Indian market. This is aimed at developing new products, including internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, hybrids, and electric vehicles. Apart from this, Nissan will also be launching a new Duster-based mid-size SUV, a seven-seater based on this SUV, and the Magnite facelift in the coming months.