Charging Cost

The electricity cost to run the vehicle.

Adjust to cents per kWh (default 25 cents).

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Charging cost is calculated by multiplying the WLTP consumption figure by your electricity unit cost.

It accounts for recharged energy from the mains.

See the complete cost calculator

Safety

Safety ratings (from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency)

Economy

Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.

Economy

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Economy

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Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).

This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

WLTP Consumption

How much electricity the vehicle consumes per kilometre of travel - including charging losses

WLTP measures recharged electric energy from the mains which allows comparison of running costs.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Highway Range

An estimate of how far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, when driving only on open road (100 km/h).

WLTP range, however, tends to match mostly urban travel (under 80 km/h).

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Real Range Estimate

How far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, accounting for local driving conditions.

Adjust for the portion of urban/city driving vs highway (100 km/h) that you typically do.

Consumption ⚡️

How much electrical energy does the vehicle use while driving?

Often displayed on the dashboard, this is different to WLTP consumption - where charging losses are included (helpful in comparing running costs).

Higher speeds increase energy consumption (due to aerodynamic drag and reduced opportunity for electricity regeneration).

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) ⚡️

V2L allows electricity to flow from the battery to power appliances.

Some vehicles have interior NZ sockets, while others require an adapter be plugged into the Type 2 exterior charging socket.

Tow Capacity

Unbraked (kg) / Braked (kg)

Most EVs can have towbars fitted for carrying bikes (but not for towing loads).

Towing a load will significantly decrease range (typically by 50%).

See all EVs ranked by tow capacity.

Boot Space 🧳

Seats up (Litres) / Seats down (Litres)

The volume of space available.

Frunk

Volume (Litres)

The American term "front trunk" indicates how much storage space is available under the bonnet of the car.

Battery Capacity 🔋

Total (Gross) kWh / Usable (Net) kWh

Usable battery capacity is the number of kilowatt-hours that the vehicle can access.

Complete guide to EV batteries.

Battery Chemistry 🔋

Lithium-ion batteries have several different cathode materials. Each material has tradeoffs between energy density, safety, cost, and longevity.

LFP - Longer life, but less energy dense.

NMC - More energy dense, but more expensive.

Which EVs have LFP?.

AC Charge

The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.

An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.

This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.

Fast Charge ⚡

The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.

Speed is also limited by the capacity of the public charger. In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.

Temperature (20°+ is ideal) and battery state-of-charge affect speed (an empty battery charges faster).

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  3. Ariya

Nissan Ariya

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OverviewFuture modelsReviews

The Ariya will not be available in New Zealand (despite advertising and demonstrator models being available in 2024). The company decided to withhold the launch until further notice.

Nissan Ariya Advance

Upcoming model
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The Advance offers the same powertrain, but with an upgraded trim level; heated seats and steering wheel, 6-way electrically adjustable seats, and more.

Price

Price$82,990
DateExpected Q3 2024

Performance

0-100 km/h7.6 s
Top Speed160 km/h
Total Power160 kW
DriveFront Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range398 km
Highway Range305 km
WLTP Consumption185 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.63/100 km

Battery & Charging

Battery65 kWh / 63 kWh
ChemistryUnknown
AC speed (max)7.4 kW
DC speed (max)130 kW
V2L-

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 750 kg
Boot Space466 L / 1350 L
Frunk-
ShapeMedium SUV
Length4595 mm
Width1850 mm
Height1660 mm
Kerb Weight1980 kg

Nissan Ariya Evolve

Upcoming model
nissan ariya

The top-spec Ariya has the e-4ORCE all-wheel-drive system along with dual motors. It has a significantly larger battery, superior performance, and all the trimmings. Including; seated heats (front and rear), front ventilated seats, electrically adjustable memory driver and passenger 8-way seats, power memory steering wheel tilt and telescopic adjustment.

Price

Price$109,990
DateExpected Q3 2024

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 5.7 s
Top Speed200 km/h
Total Power225 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range497 km
Highway Range380 km
WLTP Consumption187 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.68/100 km

Battery & Charging

Battery91 kWh / 87 kWh
ChemistryNMC
AC speed (max)7.4 kW
DC speed (max)130 kW
V2L-

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 1500 kg
Boot Space408 L / 1280 L
Frunk-
ShapeMedium SUV
Length4595 mm
Width1850 mm
Height1660 mm
Kerb Weight2222 kg

Nissan Ariya Engage

Upcoming model
nissan ariya

The base version of the Ariya has a smaller battery.

Price

Price$76,990
DateExpected Q3 2024

Performance

0-100 km/h7.6 s
Top Speed160 km/h
Total Power160 kW
DriveFront Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range398 km
Highway Range305 km
WLTP Consumption185 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.63/100 km

Battery & Charging

Battery65 kWh / 63 kWh
ChemistryUnknown
AC speed (max)7.4 kW
DC speed (max)130 kW
V2L-

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 750 kg
Boot Space466 L / 1350 L
Frunk-
ShapeMedium SUV
Length4595 mm
Width1850 mm
Height1660 mm
Kerb Weight1980 kg

Local reviews on New Zealand roads

Tarmac Life
Ariya-sistible – Nissan ARIYA review

"It brings sharp new looks, an impressive interior full of comfort, tech and nice materials and is a very relaxing drive."

Read review →
Ecotricity
Nissan Ariya – New Zealand review

"Several steps above the Nissan Leaf if you've ever driven one. It goes faster. It's got more tech. It charges faster. It's got a liquid cooled battery."

See on YouTube →

The Nissan Ariya is outside the top 50 new fully electric vehicles in New Zealand.

See all EVs ranked in New Zealand.

How many Nissan Ariyas have been sold in NZ?

There have been 16 Nissan Ariyas registered in NZ to date. This is made up of 87.5% NZ new and 12.5% used import.

How many sold per month and year

Nissan Ariya registrations per month and year, (NZ new and used imports combined).

How many of each submodel is there?

How many units of each major model variation (NZ new only) have been registered to date.

SubmodelUnits
87KWH/EV/FD7
ENGAGE 63KWH/EV4
EVOLVE 87KWH/EV/AWD3
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