Nissan ARIYA vs Volkswagen ID.4: The Comparison

As the market becomes flooded with electric SUVs, the competition is fierce in this category.

VW Complex 440 in Laval brings you today a comparison between the Nissan ARIYA and Volkswagen ID.4: who will win this duel? Read on to learn more! Plus, discover the features of other vehicles in the Volkswagen Canada range!

Price and Trims

The price ranges of the ARIYA vs ID.4 are relatively similar, but with a slight advantage for the Volkswagen SUV, which also offers more trims than its Nissan counterpart.

It's worth noting that these 2 vehicles are eligible for government rebates totaling $12,000.

Volkswagen ID.4 :

Nissan ARIYA :

Power and Performance: ARIYA vs ID.4

In this chapter, our ID.4 vs ARIYA comparison shows that the electric SUV from Nissan has superior power only in its highest trim, while the other models offer similar performances to those available from the ID.4; the same goes for the range, where these 2 models offer similar figures.

When it comes to charging time, you will need between 6.2 and 8 hours to charge your ID.4 on a Level 2 charger, significantly less than the ARIYA, which must be plugged in between 10.5 and 14 hours.

With a Level 3 charger, about thirty minutes will be enough to recover approximately 80% of the charge, with once again a slight advantage for the ID.4.

The 2024 ID.4 spec sheet will tell you more about this Volkswagen SUV's capabilities:

Other Advantages of the ID.4 Compared to the ARIYA

The utility volume of the ID.4 (858-1818 liters) is more generous than that of the Nissan SUV (646-1691 liters), and its towing capacity of 2200 to 2700 pounds is superior to that of the ARIYA, which is at a maximum of 1500 pounds and not recommended on entry-level models.

Exterior Design: Nissan ARIYA vs Volkswagen ID.4

Regarding design, our Nissan vs VW comparison reveals that the designers of both manufacturers have created 2 highly attractive models, with dynamic and bold lines as desired.

For the VW ID.4, depending on the model, the following features can be found:

• LED headlamps and taillights
• Automatic LED reflector headlights, with LED daytime running lights and Home Leave/Return Home function
• 19, 20, or 21-inch wheels
• Illuminated door handles
• A front light strip with an illuminated VW logo at the front and rear
• A hands-free electric tailgate
• And much more

The ARIYA, on the other hand, stands out by offering:

• 19-inch wheels
• LED front and rear lights
• An illuminated Nissan emblem
• A rear roof spoiler
• A panoramic sunroof
• An electric tailgate
• And more, depending on the trim.

Interior and Comfort: ARIYA vs ID.4

The ID.4, as our comparison shows, has nothing to envy its rival in terms of amenities. Depending on the model, it can be equipped with the following features:

• 2 or 3-zone climate control
• Ambient interior lighting with 10 or 30 colors
• Front and rear heated seats
• Auto-dimming interior mirror
• 4-way electric massage and lumbar support for the front seats
• Multi-function heated leather steering wheel
• High-quality upholstery
• And more

The Nissan ARIYA offers a spacious cabin equipped with zero gravity front seats, a removable central console, ambient lighting, 2-zone climate control, 8-way electric driver seat, front and rear heated seats, a heated steering wheel, and more.

Technology and Infotainment Onboard Both Vehicles

Here, too, the Volkswagen ID.4 fares very well by offering a plethora of onboard technologies and advanced safety features, including:

• 12 or 12.9-inch touchscreen with navigation
• Harman Kardon audio system
• Wireless phone charging
• Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• 4 USB-C ports (2 front, 2 rear)
• Traffic sign display
• Park Assist parking aid
• Reverse camera
• Blind spot monitoring with cyclist detection
• Rain sensor wipers
• And more

On the ARIYA side, we note wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Bose audio system, head-up display, lane departure detection, emergency braking with pedestrian detection, an intelligent LCD rearview mirror, and ProPILOT assistance, to name just a few.

Takeaway

Our comparison of the Nissan ARIYA vs Volkswagen ID.4 shows that while both SUVs deserve your attention, the ID.4 stands out in terms of base price, equipment, utility volume, and towing capacity, while offering a tough competition in terms of performance and range.

To learn more about the ID.4, its advantages over the competition, our Volkswagen promotions in Laval, or our Volkswagen financing options, come visit us at Complexe VW 440 in Laval, your premier Volkswagen dealer near North Shore of Montreal, Terrebonne, and Montreal North!

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