Nissan Ariya EV to be launched in India as a CBU

The Nissan Ariya EV competes with the Tesla Model Y and Volkswagen ID.4..

Nissan is said to be planning to enter the premium electric SUV space in India with the Ariya. According to the latest reports, it will be imported as a completely built unit (CBU).

The Ariya made its global debut back in July 2020. The futuristic-looking electric SUV is based on the CMF-EV platform. It features a large gloss black panel upfront, slim LED headlamps with V-shaped LED daytime running lights and a coupe-like roofline. The minimalistic interior features a simple dashboard with a touchscreen infotainment screen in the centre and a digital instrument cluster.

The Nissan Ariya is available in either single or dual-motor configurations. It comes in three variants with a choice of two batteries: 63 kWh and 87 kWh. The base trim with the 63 kWh battery makes 214 BHP and 300 Nm and has a range of 402 km. The mid-spec 87 kWh version has 239 BHP and 300 and a range of 529 km, while the top-spec 87 kWh version packs 302 BHP and 600 Nm and can cover 513 km on a single charge.

The Nissan Ariya comes with autonomous driving tech including ProPILOT 2.0 driver assistance system, ProPILOT Remote Park and e-Pedal features. It supports over-the-air (OTA) updates and has an in-built Alexa assistant. Other safety aides include a 360-degree camera, Forward Collision Warning, Emergency Braking and Rear Automatic Emergency Braking.

Source: Autocar India