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Nissan ARIYA vs VW ID.4
At a glance
In this comparison, Nissan ARIYA stays competitive across the board, while the VW ID.4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.4 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueVW
Nissan
5.8
VW
7.4
Motorway RangeVW
Nissan
4.3
VW
6.7
FamilyVW
Nissan
6.9
VW
8.1
ChargingVW
Nissan
2.8
VW
5.7
Cost Per MileVW
Nissan
4.6
VW
7.5
City DrivingVW
Nissan
4.7
VW
6.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
VW ID.4
Pro Essential
- 101 miles more WLTP range
- 67 litres more boot space
- 35 kW faster rapid charging
- 50 kW more power
- 1.3 m tighter turning circle
- 250 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,000 | £36,995 (better) |
| Official range | 250 miles | 352 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 466 L | 533 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 29 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec | 6.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Nissan ARIYA
VW ID.4
Length
Nissan ARIYA4,595mm
VW ID.44,584mm-11mm
Width
Nissan ARIYA1,850mm-2mm
VW ID.41,852mm
Height
Nissan ARIYA1,660mm
VW ID.41,634mm-26mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,595 mm | 4,584 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm (better) | 1,852 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,172 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,634 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.5 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare (better) | 548 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L | 533 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1350 L | 1575 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh |  VW ID.4 Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.58m-11mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.85m+2mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.17m | Not available |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.63m-26mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.77m-4mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L | 533L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1350L | 1575L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.5m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,917kg (better) | 2,136kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh | 79kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 250 mi | 352 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 165kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,000 | £36,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £35,500 (-£1,500) | £35,495 (-£1,500) (better) |
| 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 | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 250 miles | 352 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 209 miles | 293 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 29 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 165 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 63 kWh | 79 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec | 6.7 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 210 kW (better) |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 545 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.
VW ID.4
Pro Essential
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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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 - VW ID.4 Pro Essential
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| 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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VW ID.4
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Nissan ARIYA or the VW ID.4?
The VW ID.4 is £5 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £85 of each other - effectively the same to own. 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 VW ID.4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 209 miles for the Nissan ARIYA and 293 miles for the VW ID.4 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.4 goes roughly 85 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 29-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Nissan ARIYA or the VW ID.4?
The two are within 2 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 548 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.4. The VW ID.4 also turns in a 1.3 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 VW ID.4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Nissan ARIYA and 84% for the VW ID.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 .