Is the New 2023 Nissan Ariya a better SUV than a Toyota BZ4X & VW ID.4?

FIRST DRIVE: The all new Ariya is here and Nissan is raising the bar for their EVs. This SUV competes with a Toyota BZ4X, VW ID,4, and Ford Mach-6. On the outside you have a unique style, optional 19in wheels, and special paint. On the inside there is tons of room, (2) 12.3in screens, and leather seating. Power the Ariya is one electric motor putting out 238HP. Is the 2023 Nissan Ariya a new SUV worth the PRICE?
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[@omarcortes5754]

Nissad did a great job with this ev. The park assistant works pretty good.

[@dr.emilyacevedo812]

I bought the same trim and color last weekend. Its a dream to drive.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful to hear!

[@christostsalikis4052]

Extremely beautiful. For the price point they had to switched it to Infinity.

[@economicdevelopment5972]

Nissan has a winner. It seems Ariya is quite a hit on world market

[@jz7551]

I really appreciate all the hard work you guys put into these awesome car reviews. Your work is outstanding! This Nissan Ariya is amazing. Great job Nissan. My favorite choice would be the one with the white interior, it looks so nice and elegant.

[@shanemiller4108]

Yes has me thinking so much

[@chabbysrides]

That pro pilot assist is pretty darn cool. Great review Joe! Thanks for bringing it to us.

[@jonrussell1690]

The first time I saw this suv last year, I’ve loved the look of this model. Arya is beautiful and I think Nissan has a hit on their hands. It’s affordable for those that can spend $40k-$60k which is a bigger group than those that can afford a $60k-$100k+ for an suv. Also, I love the bronze look that this is I , beautiful.

[@KentBuchla]

None of this make any sense besides your subjective appreciation for the car.

[@germanquintero3713]

fantastic review, I'll get my Nissan Ariya this December and very excited to drive on this beauty. You cover the most topics and wanted to see , so thanks very much for that.

[@agame-jv6zv]

Is it a good car

[@mystictk4149]

That’s an amazing looking SUV. I do like the design of it.

[@alansavelli1993]

Great review! I now will consider Nissan when I buy my first ev. Before this review I was only considering Kia and Hyundai!

[@jeepung4015]

"You could rub your wood all day long..." 🤣 Thanks for the laugh but mostly the fun and informational review

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can share the laughs with you!

[@tungvlog1465]

looks way better than both competitors imo. Futuristic but not overwhelming

[@Thatswhatshesaidtweb]

Yet it will only last half as long as the competitors.

[@selaconte]

Almost 57k Subs for the Million and is for a reason....Great Details on the Reviews....You guys are Awesome

[@msullivan3531]

Ooohhhh. LOVE this one! Thanks for a great review.

[@chrisgelo1425]

I love the color Joe and I absolutely love the tech! Thank you for demonstrating the automous drive feature and self park feature!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This is my dream Nissan All-electric SUV. Nice job with your content as always Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m glad that I could cover it for you!

[@farouqiamin7894]

Loving both the Nissan Ariya and the Lexus RX, they look crisp and refreshing

[@luvtoyscollector3373]

Such a beautiful color. I’m really liking a lot of the 2023 vehicles coming out 👍

[@wardellward]

I’m digging that color

[@godofdun]

Reminds me a lot of the ID.4, both in what's available and in how it's designed. They both have a similar feature set with one having something the other doesn't. They also both went with the "screw the frunk, give em the space inside" strategy.

[@rp7973]

I love it 🤩🤩🤩👏👏👏 thank you for this video, great job

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the good work and I love the video lot real true 💯 👍

[@marketbuy]

Cant wait to get mine with Pearl White before year end! Been waiting since my preorder in Nov ‘21 at the LA Auto Show. Mine does not include Pro Pilot 2 but has everything else with FWD version. Why did you not add Model Y to your subject heading? For $17K LESS, it smokes the Model Y to the curb.

[@kyky9260]

Great review!!

[@Matt-oj2kl]

Gonna hold onto my gas vehicles as long as possible. Nissan has made the right moves since that goof ghosn got kicked to the curb. Appreciate the hard work you both put into the reviews. Keep it up!

[@Antoinemalone]

The sigh once you got to the back and seen the wiper not tucked in 🤣 Sounded like a disappointed father lol

[@ronmaison8690]

Very well done review.I will be getting the Ariya awd.

[@popwilly3214]

Your Reviews are very entertaining... 😁👍🏾

[@CaRiBgAl4]

Great review. Thanks so much!

[@sennis1361]

Great video. I like this car .. You complain about piano black inside the car, but dont complain about it on the outside trim. Not practical with bugs, smear, road grime and brush swirls from car washes. Same with the wheel well openings and a lot of piano black on the rear of this car too. Although not mentioned, i did see a sun shade sliding cover? I would be interested in how quiet the car is at highway speeds and wind noise And the quality of the radio.

[@yoshigolfer1512]

Most entertaining car reviewer out there…kudos

[@telliesmith9825]

It looks good the interior looks like a luxury car I think it looks better than the Kia and Hyundai inside

[@thecure3665]

Excellent review

[@3rdET]

Ariya Looks Really Amazing Exterior And Interior Overall Amazing Vehicle

[@m.h.d7402]

I love everything about this car. ❤

[@marcusturner5291]

Nice review keep up the good work Joe

[@RaitisRides]

You got it Marcus!

[@johniedouglas2376]

I love this vehicle and have been waiting for its availability. Hands down the most stylish and smart electric car out there. Raiti's Rides videos are always on point. Thank you!

[@GudieveNing]

Been for a test drive here in the UK. It’s amazing in real life and lovely inside, quiet too. We’re deciding between Model Y, EV6 and Ariya. All good. EV6 most versatile.

[@mamadouaziza2536]

its hardly the most intelligent electric car out there. Seriously, almost all EVs and gas cars have self parking and self driving.. Tesla is by far the best because its cars actually stop at stop signs and at red lights, real self driving and Tesla's Super Charging Network is second to none.

[@jordanp1859]

@@mamadouaziza2536 it is definitely one of the best. I’ve been researching for 9 months. Been waiting for this vehicle to drop, it’s in my top 3.

[@stevornrichards1380]

​@@mamadouaziza2536not true, hardly any vehicles have the self park feature. Ford does on their high end trims, Nissan and I think Genesis. Honda don't have, Toyota no, chevy no, Dodge no, almost all other brands no except for Mercedes and a couple extra high line vehicles

[@ggn6591]

Amazing presentation. We shouldn't forget that Nissan with the Murano(2002; 2014) set the trend for generations of cars. The design of the 2014 model is still relevant.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for taking the time to say that.

[@mohankangappaden7926]

I am a Chrysler employee and really impressed with the car and price tag…maybe..maybe I will change my loyalty.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is really huge!

[@Avatar1946]

Wiper, tucked underneath the spoiler...YES ! Not removed like most of the EV's in this class.

[@Ddronron1]

Seat headrests: how are they? Do they push your head forward like many cars do?

[@RaitisRides]

They do not push your head forward!

[@gmangarcia171]

Interested.. Very nice Nissan! 👌 great camera work.

[@09fahd42]

The dash of this car it's reminded me for the old cars the 94 which is like a really old but some people they like it

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

My favourite quirk in the Ariya is the sliding centre console. I saw that you can slide the centre console in the Renault Scénic, but was manually operated.

[@RaitisRides]

This is true

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

@@RaitisRides I should emphasise that this was a feature built in the 2nd gen Scénic (from 2003 to 2009)

[@RaitisRides]

@@DaveDVideoMaker very good point

[@Anonsym386]

@@RaitisRides what car would you suggest to buy, keeping in mind the depreciation value after you buy it, would you suggest a hybrid or ev? What car would it be?

[@rockdon8999]

the color is dope, very unique.

[@IWalkInTheLight]

Me being a NISSAN owner not too long ago, I would love to own an Ariya.

[@RaitisRides]

That is really awesome!

[@jimmychan8859]

Best review on KZbin as always Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Jimmy for having my back

[@TheDJEnrique]

I’m impressed by the auto drive

[@amill1563]

Scotty KilRoy approved.

[@ramoncarter6585]

I love Nissan they are working hard get quality back together just so sorry the Maxima will no longer be in the lineup after next year. The Ariya looks good ever since Mr. Ghosn left they have been doing so much better knew Nissan could do it so excited with this brand now see sells of these lineups will approve starting see Consumer Reports are rated most of these cars. I like the CVTS wish could use 9 speed automatic in most vehicles still Nissan is doing such amazing job now talk about First Award of Excellence.

[@mursey514]

“Everyone gets to rub their own wood” lolll

[@SkyPix119]

Great review , always on top of the newest things out there!

[@khmerbraveheart]

You didn't mention about how the moon roof opens. I love your videos. You make it exciting.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks my friend!

[@DraaelD]

Well thats great. Been wondering where I could store my 45s for those road trips!

[@berthogendoorn2133]

Great review, nice car!

[@flubberlane8437]

Can wait to see video. Have a awesome weekend Raiti ! 😀

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man! Same to you!

[@wilsonjames6349]

Simply Awesome 👏👏👏👏👍

[@joseruben777]

How this one actually compare on millage range with the competition? It seems the ID 4 is the one that have the better range, isn't?

[@pfwww12]

Legendary Nissan. Bro they held on to this one. It looks fully premium to luxury design. Ok Nissan i see you.

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you are digging this one.

[@rehabmax]

I think the Ariya gives the Tesla Model Y some competition, especially when the dual motor version comes out.

[@tmho7091]

You were wrong at around 30:40. You said no other brand has shown how that regen braking works. As far as I knew, most brands (or at least mine) can shown such regen braking on the instrument panel.

[@lilflexlewis5802]

Awesome review

[@toddmccallum3879]

Great color on this suv.

[@pugglepuggle]

So nice to see that you and Lori are ok.The storm was bad.Great review

[@Nizon]

i was leaning towards ID.4 but this is a stroooong competitor to it....ill just flip a coin and call it a day

[@kramer9929]

Don't touch the id4 the softwares full of bugs.

[@TheNsahaf]

Wow, it's an amazing beautiful machine by Nissan

[@TJsWorldHub]

This is such a Amazing Car! Keep up the good work Raiti!

[@RaitisRides]

You got it! Thanks for tuning it

[@GudieveNing]

Great review! That automatic parking was excellent. We had the 2018 Leaf, and whilst Propilot was great at following the car in front, the auto parking required countless button presses and was useless. 4 years is a long time in technology development, so it looks like Nissan cracked it. Went for a test drive in an Ariya recently. Lovely vehicle. Only downside, those haptic touch buttons for the HVAC and driving mode require you to look at them, taking your eyes off the road. (Tesla the same!) We need more buttons people!

[@4lifemusiclova]

Another great review. I watch Raiti’s Rides like I binge watch my favorite shows. Thanks again!! :) Absolutely beautiful vehicle. Love it way more than the Toyota Bz and think it is a lot more bang for the buck. I also love any steps taken to improve the environment so I love the push to EV vehicles, but how are people who don’t make a gazillion dollars a year supposed to comfortably afford one? I, myself just bought a new 4Runner so I’m good on a new car for the next quarter of my life lol, but would love a fuel efficient/eco friendly garage buddy for it in the next 10 years. However, I don’t feel like financing another 40K+ car and will probably buy an EV base model of something. Sometimes there’s such thing as too many bells and whistles imo lol. These prices are CRAZY. But, beautiful car. I come from a Nissan family so I’m happy to see they’re excelling on the EV front.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful Marjorie! Thank you for being so supportive!

[@SHOman_86]

It feels like this car has been coming out for 2 years now

[@gnlilu6972]

lmao 🤣

[@Krobra91]

it has but customer who were ale to pre order before the the closed the registration are expcted to get them in the US this month starting.. and in europe they already received them

[@humgoes6106]

same

[@numpty94]

Why does it look like lexus, the L shape and horizontal triple beam

[@kyliefan7]

It has been!!! 😂

[@leifandersen2756]

It is a question if it comes too late with the many EV - SUV on the market.When the hydro electric cars come to a fair price there will many electric cars for sale !

[@mariowhyte2816]

Alright Nissan!!! I'm digging this Ariya!!! Next up, Nissan, give it the full Nismo/ Pro4X treatment...quad motors and styling match!!! Awesome review Joe and Lori!!!

[@Dontdoitguy]

Lol

[@elizmarmontanez]

I'm just here for his hilarious narration. Love me sore Raiti!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad I can bring it all to you!

[@ElegalvicnLa]

The rear lights are the best I’ve seen and the color of the badging and wheels Shifter and console is bad ass and nicest I’ve seen not plastic looking Ventilated seats are a must if this has everything else. Come on Nissan if you wanna beat your competition.

[@Cosmycal]

It's weird since my Ariya in Europe does have front ventilated seats.

[@exoticcar5482]

Looks like it borrows design elements from Infiniti's 2022 QX60. I do appreciate the amber turn signals in back and the fact that they're LED

[@Sunjib12345]

Hey Raiti's Rides Can You Make The 2022 Nissan Leaf SL Plus

[@RaitisRides]

I sure will Sunjib! I will get it for you

[@Sunjib12345]

@@RaitisRides Thank You

[@RaitisRides]

@@Sunjib12345 you are so very welcome 😊

[@wikedwun]

That’s such a nice color!

[@bkilpattn1]

The Polestar 2 also shows battery regeneration on the display.

[@bilalbasit]

Very good review.

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate that!

[@Gregory.allo77]

How long does it take for you to review the car and put all the twinkies and stuff in the compartments before you do the video's? You really know the car as your recording. Just courious. 1 last question are you a Ford guy or a Chevy guy? Your car reviews very well done.

[@brianfilipowski9165]

Joe, I love how you and Lori brought in the autonomous driving and parking assist. Always great to see the tech in action. Definitely smokes the Subaru, Toyota, VW👍

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful Brian! I am glad that you enjoyed it.

[@georgeyannelis1030]

no, no it doesn't....especially at its price point, there are better options

[@jordanp1859]

@@georgeyannelis1030 clearly you haven’t done any research. I’ve been in the market for 9 months. I’ve looked and driven everything that has been released up until now. This is in my top 3, maybe top pick.

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

Nice Nissan Arriya I think it's a dandy of an SUV.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you Luis.

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

@@RaitisRides You're welcome Joe. Will you do the new Genesis G90?

[@RaitisRides]

@@luiselapostolfeliz2421 sure will! Stay tuned

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

@@RaitisRides Make this a "REQUEST VIDEO" and I love the videos.

[@emilybyers5282]

I got this same one yesterday! It's soooo cute

[@crouchb15]

Now compare it to the ioniq 5

[@javieroviedo5663]

The shape is like as the Toyota Prius, however looks wonderful!!!

[@tp06]

Sweet parking and driving tech!!!

[@cricketworld6746]

Its overpricy compare to I.D 4 . Other than that its a cool bold EV crossover

[@RaitisRides]

But what if it is better than an ID.4?

[@Ibar3735]

This may reveal that my car still has the old fashioned green/black displays. But how does the camera rear view mirror hold up at night? Is it bright? That would be, for me, a dislike. But maybe it doesn't matter with the other larger screens in front of the driver too. Do they all dim or (mostly) turn off at night?

[@Jay-sb2xs]

That looks beautiful

[@CarringtonHollister]

Now that Nissan has killed the Maxima execution style, I petition for this Ariya to be assembled in Smyrna, Tennessee for it can qualify for those “EV Tax Credits”

[@lightsfansofthewest481]

Build quality will go considerably down if it's made in the US...

[@CMCNestT]

I thought you meant a Colt .45 can be stored in the center glovebox.

[@tigerperss8715]

I love interior and around arm rest very cool and beautiful

[@zachritter7013]

This is def gonna be a big seller at the price point, plus it’s pretty much rose gold which, on the Infiniti small suv in that liquid copper are flying out the door at the dealership near me.

[@jeanninejervis2820]

Being patient, but update the Murano please! I have a 2019 Murano Platinum. This is definitely an option. I like this. Color is great! Would like a non electric Murano as well. Options!

[@bcbeezer]

murano really needed to go away from the CVT trans and put an 8 or 9 spd trans and maybe up the engine HP to 275 or 280 , but still sticking with the CVT and same 260 HP engine , so the new one is pretty much a bust .. They updated the trans and look on the pathfinder but murano staying the same for 2023 .. makes no sense

[@jeanninejervis2820]

Hey Joe does it have a spare tire? Or is it like Mini and run flats??

[@erikpenabella599]

Without watching this video, I can already say it's likely better than bz4x. Bz4x was a miss IMO.

[@valleysofneptune]

Just ordered mine, clearly one of the best in its sector

[@joelrodriguez7038]

Joe the problem is they think many people can buy this cars and is impossible the prices are incredibly high I’m still with gas and in the most dramatic case we’ll see 🤷🏻

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very true

[@jz7551]

The Nissan leaf is very cheap. You might consider that one. Not a car with the best tech, however, it´s been around for a long time now and it is proven to be a very good EV.

[@tony4God]

JOE ~ test driving off the beaten path, running over skunks, haha I think it rides nicely & handles well, more power with twin motors - parking assist is genius. highway back to base, pro pilot assist, WOW as long as your eyes are looking forward, you could be opening a Twinkie to snack on. best report in a long time, I was looking forward to this one, I'm rooting for Nissan. thanks JOE, tony

[@jeremyd2003]

Best range? How do they do in the cold? Mountainous areas?