How does it compare?
Range
The NISSAN Ariya 87 kWh packs a decent punch with a range of 500 km (310 miles) that keeps range anxiety at bay, especially when multiple pit stops are just downright tedious. Compare this to the Tesla Model Y Long Range, offering a superior 533 km (331 miles), almost making it laughable for road trip junkies. The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro provides a comfortable 522 km (324 miles), while the Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range glides in with 505 km (314 miles). The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range follows up admirably with 480 km (298 miles).
Acceleration
If zero to 100 km/h times get your pulse racing, the NISSAN Ariya might feel a tad pedestrian at 7.6 seconds. It’s respectable but then, the Tesla Model Y scorches in at 5.1 seconds, making the road vanish beneath it. The Ford Mustang Mach-E doesn’t dilly-dally either at a sporty 5.8 seconds, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 peels off nicely at 5.2 seconds. The Volkswagen ID.4 isn’t exactly languorous at 6.2 seconds but might get left behind at the traffic light drags.
Power
The NISSAN Ariya flexes 239 horses, which is muscular for everyday jaunts. But the Tesla Model Y flexes Flex Wheeler with 450 hp. The Ford Mustang Mach-E roars in with 346 hp, poised like a panther. Meanwhile, the Volkswagen ID.4 packs a grounding 295 hp, enough for that exhilarating rush, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes in solidly with 320 hp, ensuring your Sunday drives are anything but mundane.
Charging Time
Charging stats bring us to the real crunch. The NISSAN Ariya tackles charging with finesse, getting up to 80% in around 30 minutes on a fast charger. The Tesla Model Y sips electrons faster, reaching 80% within 25 minutes. Ford Mustang Mach-E does the same in 45 minutes, while the Volkswagen ID.4 finishes its coffee in about 38 minutes to reach the 80% mark. The Hyundai Ioniq 5, renowned for its ultra-rapid charging, blitzes to 80% in just 18 minutes.
Price
Finally, where the rubber meets the bank account. The NISSAN Ariya starts at $56,720 (around £41,500 or €47,890). The Tesla Model Y Long Range swells your wallet at $62,990 (£45,000 or €53.500). The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro is more wallet-friendly at $45,190 (£32,250 or €38,600). The Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range demands $53,000 (£40,000 or €45,100) while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 slots gracefully at $52,000 (£39,000 or €44,300).

