Nissan ARIYA vs. Nissan LEAF

Compare New Nissan EVs: See How the Nissan ARIYA All-Electric SUV Stacks Up Against the Nissan LEAF All-Electric Car
Today is the day for Upstate New Yorkers to go electric. Here at Royal Nissan of Cortland, we can help with that by giving you the choice between two EVs. But which electric vehicle is right for you? Both the Nissan ARIYA and Nissan LEAF can cater to you. Compare these Nissan electric vehicles for sale in Cortland, NY.
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Nissan Ariya |
VS |
Nissan Leaf |
6.3 in. |
Ground Clearance |
5.9 in. |
37.9 in. |
Front Headroom / Legroom |
41.2 in. |
22.8 cu. ft. |
Cargo Space |
23.6 cu. ft. |
389 hp |
Engine Power |
214 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
442 lb-ft |
Engine Torque |
250 lb-ft @ 800 rpm |
Not available |
Engine displacement |
Not available |
Electric |
Engine configuration |
Electric |
All wheel drive |
Drivetrain |
Front wheel drive |

Range
- Nissan ARIYA: 216 to 304 miles of all-electric range
- Nissan LEAF: 149 to 212 miles of all-electric range
With up to 304 miles of all-electric range, a new Nissan ARIYA can power six round trips from Ithaca to Cortland, NY. Peak range is reached by the Venture+ model. The base range (Engage) is 216 miles. Evolve+ and Empower+ models can travel 289 miles on a single charge.
A new Nissan LEAF can make round trips from Cortland, NY to Ithaca, thanks to an all-electric range of 212 miles. The base range of a Nissan LEAF is 149 miles.
Space
While both EVs seat five passengers across two rows, the ARIYA is the larger Nissan electric vehicle for sale in Cortland, NY. Storage space is nearly identical for these new Nissan electric vehicles. The Nissan ARIYA has 23 cubic feet behind the rear seats, compared to 24 cubic feet in the Nissan LEAF. Its hatchback design creates up to 30 cubic feet of cargo space. That's half of the Nissan ARIYA, which can expand to a max cargo volume of 60 cubic feet when Ithaca travelers fold the seats.
Each model available at your Nissan EV dealer in Cortland, NY provides 42 inches of front-row legroom. The Nissan ARIYA (37 inches) provides an three extra inches of legroom for back-row passengers, compared to the Nissan LEAF, (34 inches) with the hatchback having a passenger volume of 92 cubic feet. That figure is 101 cubic feet for the Nissan ARIYA.


Performance
New Nissan ARIYA all-electric SUVs give Cortland, NY EV buyers the choice between a 63- or 87-kWh battery. Nissan LEAF all-electric cars have smaller battery size options of 40- and 60-kWh. Generating up to 389 horsepower through dual electric motors, the new Nissan ARIYA is more powerful than the Nissan LEAF, which features a single electric motor to output 147 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque. Nissan LEAF SV Plus models with the 160 kW AC synchronous electric motor have outputs of 214 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque.
That matches the standard performance output of the Nissan ARIYA at 214 horsepower. Other Nissan ARIYA models can produce 238 or 335 horsepower. Max torque output is 442 pound-feet for the Nissan ARIYA, which features the exclusive e-4ORCE All-Wheel Drive System. The Nissan LEAF features the e-Pedal and has a higher 121 city MPGe rating. That tops the Nissan ARIYA at 109 MPGe. Eco is a shared drive mode for these new electric vehicles for sale at our Nissan dealership in Cortland, NY.
Technology
In addition to the following shared safety features through the Nissan Safety Shield® 360 suite, these electric vehicles both offer ProPILOT Assist, Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, and an Intelligent Around View® Monitor.
- Rear Automatic Braking
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Blind Spot Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
- High Beam Assist
The Nissan ARIYA offers an exclusive Head-Up Display and has twin 12.3-inch touchscreens through an Integrated Display Interface. LEAF models feature a NissanConnect® 8-inch touchscreen display and a 7-inch customizable digital display. Wireless Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ integration is included for the Nissan ARIYA. This smartphone compatibility is included but is not wireless on the Nissan LEAF, which comes with three USB ports. The Nissan ARIYA has four USB ports and a wireless charging pad.


Pricing
The Nissan LEAF is one of the most affordable options on the EV market with a starting price of $28,140. EV shoppers from Ithaca and Cortland, NY are also eligible for the potential federal tax credit of $3,750 when they buy a new Nissan LEAF. New Nissan ARIYA electric SUVs start at $43,190.
Winner - Both Nissan Electric Vehicles!
Both electric models are winners. It all depends on your lifestyle and finances. Range, power, and space titles are claimed by the Nissan ARIYA. Buying an EV on a budget? Consider the affordability factor of the Nissan LEAF. Now that you know their differences, you can explore a selection of new Nissan EVs near Ithaca.
EV buyers from Ithaca and Cortland, NY can purchase a new Nissan ARIYA or a new Nissan LEAF from Royal Nissan. Our Nissan dealership in Cortland, NY has convenient access to I-81. Get directions from Ithaca to your Nissan EV dealer for your electrifying test drive today.
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Royal Nissan of Cortland
3901 Route 281
Cortland, NY 13045
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