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Nissan ARIYA vs Polestar 4
Selected trimLong range Single motor · 2024-26Change trim391 mi · 100 kWh · £59,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Nissan ARIYA leads on running costs and city driving, while the Polestar 4 leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Nissan ARIYA if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Polestar 4 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 need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Polestar 4 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Nissan
5.8
Polestar
6
Too close to call
Motorway RangePolestar
Nissan
4.3
Polestar
4.9
FamilyPolestar
Nissan
6.9
Polestar
7.6
ChargingPolestar
Nissan
2.8
Polestar
5.8
Cost Per MileNissan
Nissan
4.6
Polestar
2.1
City DrivingNissan
Nissan
4.7
Polestar
1.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Polestar 4
Long range Single motor
- 140 miles more WLTP range
- 64 litres more boot space
- 70 kW faster rapid charging
- 40 kW more power
- 1.3s quicker 0-62 mph
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Polestar 4Long range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,000 (better) | £59,990 |
| Official range | 250 miles | 391 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 466 L | 530 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Nissan ARIYA
Polestar 4
Length
Nissan ARIYA4,595mm-245mm
Polestar 44,840mm
Width
Nissan ARIYA1,850mm-158mm
Polestar 42,008mm
Height
Nissan ARIYA1,660mm
Polestar 41,556mm-104mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Polestar 4Long range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,595 mm | 4,840 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm (better) | 2,008 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,172 mm | 2,139 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,556 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.5 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare (better) | 392 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Polestar 4Long range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L | 530 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1350 L | 1665 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 15 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Nissan ARIYA
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Polestar 4
- 391 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,840 mm, longer than 80% of SUVs we track.
- 2,999 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh |  Polestar 4 Long range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.84m+245mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 2.01m+158mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.17m | 2.14m-33mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.56m-104mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 3.00m+224mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 166mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L | 530L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1350L | 1665L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.5m (better) | 11.64m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,917kg (better) | 2,265kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh | 100kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 250 mi | 391 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,000 (better) | £59,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,500 (-£1,500) | £59,990 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | suv |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024–2026 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Polestar 4Long range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 250 miles | 391 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 209 miles | 277 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 178 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 63 kWh | 100 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Polestar 4Long range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
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.
Polestar 4
Long range Single motor
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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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 - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Polestar 4Long range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag infotainment & software. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Nissan ARIYA
Engage+ 63kWh
Owners love
- Owners praise the quiet, roomy cabin, the comfortable seats and the interior design.
- The 87 kWh cars give a long range in mild weather, with owners reporting around 280-300 miles.
- Owners who tow find it capable, and the head-up display and 360-degree camera are well liked.
Watch out for
- The infotainment and navigation feel slow and dated, with touch-sensitive buttons that are easy to brush by accident.
- Several owners report 12-volt battery problems, sometimes within the first months.
- Winter range drops noticeably, with one 87 kWh owner seeing the estimate fall from about 330 to 220-230 miles.
Owner tips
- Ask whether the 12-volt battery has been replaced, and consider a cheap 12-volt monitor.
- Use the battery percentage rather than the range estimate, which is unreliable for the first few charges and in winter.
Polestar 4
Long range Single motor
Owners love
- Owners praise the build quality and the interior materials, a big step up from the Polestar 2.
- The rear seats are spacious and recline, and the glass roof gives the cabin a light, limousine-like feel.
- Real-world range is good for the class, with owners reporting around 250 miles on cold, wet motorway runs and more in mild weather.
Watch out for
- Early cars had many software bugs: the head-up display failing to start, temperamental haptic steering wheel buttons (some replaced), key and profile recognition, CarPlay drop-outs and glitchy driver aids.
- Some find the ride firm and fidgety on British roads, with body roll in corners, especially on the Dual motor.
- The lack of a rear window takes getting used to and rules out a normal rear dash cam.
Owner tips
- Make sure the latest software is installed; a full software reset at the dealer fixed many early gremlins.
- Test drive it to see whether you can live with the camera mirror and the ride, and try the Single motor if comfort matters most.
Buying options
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Nissan ARIYA
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Polestar 4
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Nissan ARIYA
No active listings.
Polestar 4
- £33,6992024Car360View
- £33,7002025EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Polestar 4 worth the extra £22,990 over the Nissan ARIYA?
The Polestar 4 costs £22,990 more than the Nissan ARIYA. For that premium it adds 140 miles more WLTP range, 70 kW faster peak rapid charging and 64 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Polestar 4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Nissan ARIYA or the Polestar 4?
The Nissan ARIYA is £22,990 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 Nissan ARIYA comes out roughly £23,110 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 Polestar 4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 209 miles for the Nissan ARIYA and 277 miles for the Polestar 4 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Polestar 4 goes roughly 68 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Nissan ARIYA or the Polestar 4?
The Nissan ARIYA is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 158 mm narrower than the Polestar 4. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Nissan ARIYA and about 392 mm of total clearance for the Polestar 4.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Nissan ARIYA or the Polestar 4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Nissan ARIYA and 84% for the Polestar 4. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .