Volkswagen ID.4 vs. Nissan Ariya
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volkswagen ID.4 and Nissan Ariya contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Volkswagen ID.4 and the Nissan Ariya.
When we compare the Volkswagen ID.4's and the Nissan Ariya's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. The Nissan Ariya has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen ID.4's and the Nissan Ariya's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Ariya is a better car than the Volkswagen ID.4.
Pricing: A used 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 ranges from $31,607 to $59,402 while a used 2025 Nissan Ariya is priced between $26,750 to $48,725. For a new model, the Volkswagen ID.4's price is between $38,226 and $58,570, with the Nissan Ariya priced between $32,110 and $52,115.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volkswagen ID.4 loses 62 percent of its value and the Nissan Ariya loses 63.3 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen ID.4 retains 1.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Ariya.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volkswagen ID.4’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Nissan Ariya base engine makes 214 horsepower. The ID.4 is rated to deliver an average of 115 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 206 miles. The Ariya is rated to deliver an average of 109 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 216 miles.This gives the Volkswagen ID.4 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan Ariya the advantage in maximum range. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the ID.4 is 6.25 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Ariya is 10.5 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are electric SUVs, the Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Ariya has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room. The Volkswagen ID.4 and Nissan Ariya are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volkswagen ID.4 and the Nissan Ariya have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
38226 - 58570
Starting MSRP:
39995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
39825
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
33600 - 46000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
32110 - 52115
Starting MSRP:
39770
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
39825
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
33600 - 46000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
46211
Price Range:
31607 - 59402
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44309
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
34134 - 55168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
36882
Price Range:
26750 - 48725
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44309
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
34134 - 55168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
25069
Depreciation %:
0.62679886
Resale Value $:
14926
Residual Value %:
0.37320114000000004
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.59524328
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.47039998 - 0.65529153
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
25368
Depreciation %:
0.63787037
Resale Value $:
14402
Residual Value %:
0.36212963
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.59524328
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.47039998 - 0.65529153
Volkswagen ID.4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Nissan Ariya Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen ID.4
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Ariya
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.0912559918581217
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 13.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6873981953144528
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 13.0
Volkswagen ID.4 Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 65Ranking
9 out of / 59Ranking
11 out of / 65Ranking
12 out of / 65Ranking
18 out of / 65Ranking
18 out of / 65Ranking
30 out of / 65Ranking
31 out of / 65Ranking
31 out of / 65Ranking
35 out of / 65Ranking
50 out of / 65Nissan Ariya Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 65Ranking
8 out of / 59Ranking
22 out of / 65Ranking
23 out of / 65Ranking
23 out of / 65Ranking
26 out of / 65Ranking
32 out of / 65Ranking
35 out of / 65Ranking
42 out of / 65Ranking
43 out of / 65Ranking
48 out of / 65Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Volkswagen ID.4 Trim Levels
Limited, Pro, Pro S, Pro S Plus, S Limited
Nissan Ariya Trim Levels
Engage, Engage e-4ORCE, Engage+ e-4ORCE, Evolve+, Evolve+ e-4ORCE, Platinum+ e-4ORCE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
229 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
214 hp
Torque:
221 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
115 / 98 / 107
Range (city/hwy):
206 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
62 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
6.25 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
MPGe:
109 / 94 / 101
Range (city/hwy):
216 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
63 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10.5 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
30.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
27.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4317 lbs
Width:
83 inches
Height:
64.5 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4323 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
182.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Deep Black Pearl
Blue
Mountain Lake Blue Metallic
Gray
Pure Gray
Silver
Silver Mist Metallic
White
Pure White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Diamond Pearl
Blue
Deep Ocean Blue Pearl/Black Diamond Pearl
Gray
Boulder Gray Pearl / Boulder Gray Pearl/Black Diamond Pearl / Gun Metallic
Silver
Not available
White
Everest White Pearl / Everest White Pearl TriCoat/Black Diamond Pearl
Interior Colors
Gray
Nutmeg / Stone
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Light Gray
Black
Charcoal
