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Nissan ARIYA vs Omoda E5
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Nissan ARIYA leads on motorway range, family practicality and running costs, while the Omoda E5 leads on charging speed and city driving.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Nissan ARIYA if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Omoda E5 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Nissan ARIYA leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Nissan
5.8
Omoda
6.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeNissan
Nissan
4.3
Omoda
3.7
FamilyNissan
Nissan
6.9
Omoda
5.7
ChargingOmoda
Nissan
2.8
Omoda
4.4
Cost Per MileNissan
Nissan
4.6
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingOmoda
Nissan
4.7
Omoda
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,000 | £33,065 (better) |
| Official range | 250 miles | 267 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 466 L (better) | 380 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Nissan ARIYA
Omoda E5
Length
Nissan ARIYA4,595mm
Omoda E54,424mm-171mm
Width
Nissan ARIYA1,850mm
Omoda E51,830mm-20mm
Height
Nissan ARIYA1,660mm
Omoda E51,588mm-72mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,595 mm | 4,424 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,830 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,172 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.5 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare | 570 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L (better) | 380 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1350 L (better) | 1075 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.42m-171mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.83m-20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.17m | Not available |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.59m-72mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.63m-145mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 147mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L (better) | 380L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1350L (better) | 1075L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.5m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,917kg | 1,710kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 250 mi | 267 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,000 | £33,065 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £35,500 (-£1,500) | £33,065 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 250 miles | 267 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 209 miles (better) | 194 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 63 kWh (better) | 60 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW (better) | 155 kW |
| Torque | 300 Nm (better) | 288 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Nissan ARIYA
Engage+ 63kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Omoda E5
Knight
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist93%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Nissan ARIYA
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Omoda E5
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Nissan ARIYA worth the extra £3,935 over the Omoda E5?
The Nissan ARIYA costs £3,935 more than the Omoda E5. For that premium it adds 86 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Nissan ARIYA comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Nissan ARIYA or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is £3,935 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £3,895 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Nissan ARIYA and Omoda E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 209 miles for the Nissan ARIYA and 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Nissan ARIYA or the Omoda E5?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Nissan ARIYA. The Omoda E5 also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Nissan ARIYA or the Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Nissan ARIYA and 90% for the Omoda E5. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Nissan ARIYA's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .