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Nissan ARIYA vs Toyota bZ4X
Selected trimIcon FWD 57.7kWhChange trim276 mi · 57.7 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Nissan ARIYA leads on city driving, while the Toyota bZ4X leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Nissan ARIYA if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Toyota bZ4X if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota bZ4X leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Nissan
5.8
Toyota
5.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeToyota
Nissan
4.3
Toyota
4.9
Family
Nissan
6.9
Toyota
6.9
Too close to call
ChargingToyota
Nissan
2.8
Toyota
4.4
Cost Per MileToyota
Nissan
4.6
Toyota
8.8
City DrivingNissan
Nissan
4.7
Toyota
4.2
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 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,000 (better) | £39,995 |
| Official range | 250 miles | 276 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 466 L (better) | 452 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Nissan ARIYA
Toyota bZ4X
Length
Nissan ARIYA4,595mm-95mm
Toyota bZ4X4,690mm
Width
Nissan ARIYA1,850mm-10mm
Toyota bZ4X1,860mm
Height
Nissan ARIYA1,660mm
Toyota bZ4X1,650mm-10mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,595 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm (better) | 1,860 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,172 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.5 m | 11.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare (better) | 540 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L (better) | 452 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1350 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh |  Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.69m+95mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.86m+10mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.17m | Not available |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.65m-10mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.85m+75mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 177mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L (better) | 452L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1350L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.5m | 11.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,917kg | 1,870kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh (better) | 57.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 250 mi | 276 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,000 (better) | £39,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,500 (-£1,500) | £39,995 (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 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 250 miles | 276 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 209 miles | 230 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 63 kWh (better) | 54 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
| Power | 160 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 300 Nm (better) | 269 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.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
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 - Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
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 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 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 real-world range. 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.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Owners love
- Strong sales performance in key markets (second-best selling EV in UK early 2024, #1 in Norway and Denmark) with excellent lease appeal
- Spacious, comfortable interior with excellent rear legroom and well-designed cabin features like storage and entertainment systems
- Responsive driving dynamics with good handling that belies its weight, plus car-like agility for an SUV
Watch out for
- Real-world range significantly underperforms WLTP claims (150-230 miles on motorways versus 315+ claimed; drops further with air conditioning)
- Poor efficiency compared to competitors; atrocious efficiency-to-battery-size ratio relative to rivals like Ioniq 5 and Model Y
- Rapid charging severely limited by thermal management issues requiring only 3-4 DC charges per 24 hours, and performance degrades significantly in cold weather
Owner tips
- Look for aggressive lease deals and consider salary sacrifice schemes, which offer better value than outright purchase; aim for 24-month terms where pricing appears cheaper
- Install a home charging unit (like Easee One) and plan charging around home charger for daily use; limit long trips to 3-4 rapid charges per 24 hours with proper spacing
Buying options
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Nissan ARIYA
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Toyota bZ4X
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota bZ4X worth the extra £2,995 over the Nissan ARIYA?
The Toyota bZ4X costs £2,995 more than the Nissan ARIYA. For that premium it adds 25 miles more WLTP range. The Nissan ARIYA is not just cheaper - it also offers 35 kW more power and a 1.1s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota bZ4X comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Nissan ARIYA or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Nissan ARIYA is £2,995 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 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 £2,875 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 Toyota bZ4X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 209 miles for the Nissan ARIYA and 230 miles for the Toyota bZ4X - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota bZ4X goes roughly 21 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 Toyota bZ4X?
The two are within 10 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Nissan ARIYA and about 540 mm of total clearance for the Toyota bZ4X. The Toyota bZ4X also turns in a 0.3 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 Toyota bZ4X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Nissan ARIYA and 84% for the Toyota bZ4X. 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 .