i think nissan may have a real winner here. if they can make them in decent volume.

 

really? even with the recent price cut from Tesla and the 7500 tax credit? An AWD version of Ariya will certainly be more expensive than a Long Range Model Y after you factor in the dealer markups on Ariya and lack of 7500 tax credit. all that with 3/4 of model Y's range and half of the acceleration and i didn't even bring up the Tesla supercharging network. i'm not a Tesla fanboy, before the tax credit and price cut, i agree, there are much better EV options out there over Tesla, but now if those in the market still willing to pay markup for a non-Tesla EV, then i'll just label them as Tesla haters, no offense.

 

Up front. On the surface. When you see the weak build quality of a Tesla in person at an auto show compared to other brands or makes and models, it is not hard to find something else much more appealing. Then add in the cost, where I am, a Tesla Y starts at $17,000 more than the Nissan. The Tesla, lacking a sunshade, lacking car play, lacking a centre speedo..no HUD......Then there is the overall look and design...The Tesla has how many colours? Range, speed and acceleration...I have no idea if the Nissan compares (never bother to look) but the just of it for me was that there are so many other brands out there than just Tesla that might have better emotional appeal within the design of an EV.

 

Funny this thread came up. I had the opportunity to test drive the Ariya at a local dealer.

It was my first time driving an EV so I have no other point of reference, but I felt the overall handling was really good. Drove much like a lifted car for me. The FWD isn't a performance vehicle, but surprisingly very good handling given that it was a FWD vehicle. Apparently Nissan has a near 50:50 balance on the Ariya which contributes to this. Pick up was good in Sport mode, but a little sluggish in Eco/Normal modes. You have the power you need for daily driving, commuting, and getting from A-to-B. The more I drove it, the more I wanted to drive. Very quiet, comfortable, and great visibility. Unfortunately, only the FWD models are available at the moment. AWD isn't due until May-June according to one dealer I spoke with.

 

Such a cool car

love the electric coffee table that you can move for/aft