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7NEWS
2 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Nissan Ariya: First examples of Japanese Tesla Model Y rival en route to Australia
The Nissan Ariya is finally on its way to Australia almost five years after it was revealed, with first examples of the mid-size electric SUV having been loaded onto a ship bound for our shores. After opening its order book on July 25, Nissan Australia has now shared images of Australia-bound Ariya vehicles ahead of their official on-sale date at the beginning of September. They're manufactured in Nissan's Tochigi Plant in Japan, yet the Ariya significantly undercuts its fellow Japanese-built rivals on price. Starting at $55,840 before on-road costs, the Ariya is more than $10,000 cheaper than the most affordable Toyota bZ4X ($66,000 before on-roads) and Subaru Solterra ($69,990 plus on-roads). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Nissan. Click here to get a great deal. It also manages to undercut the popular Tesla Model Y (priced from $58,900 plus on-roads), the best-selling vehicle in this segment, though it's more expensive than the second-placed BYD Sealion 7 (from $54,990 before on-roads). Nissan Australia will offer four variants of the Ariya: the front-wheel drive Engage and Advance, which use a 63kWh battery and a 160kW/300Nm electric motor; the Advance+, which upgrades to an 87kWh battery and 178kW/300Nm motor; and the all-wheel drive Evolve flagship, which uses the larger battery but has two electric motors both producing 160kW. The Ariya is backed by Nissan's 10-year, 300,000km warranty, provided you service the vehicle at Nissan Australia dealerships. Otherwise, Nissan's standard warranty is five years with no mileage cap. Nissan also backs the Ariya's battery with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty, including a guaranteed minimum battery capacity of at least nine bars out of the 12 visible on the vehicle's battery capacity level gauge. The Ariya was revealed in concept form in 2019, before the showroom version was unveiled in 2020 and entered production in 2021. An Australian launch was first planned for 2023 but its arrival was postponed – something which Nissan Australia blamed on Australian Design Rules (ADRs) as well as limited supply for our market. The Ariya's belated arrival in Australia means it avoided an EV price war across the Australian auto industry, led by aggressive price cuts from market-leading EV brand, Tesla. 'I think we've been smart with the timing,' Nissan Australia boss Andrew Humberstone told CarExpert in September 2024. 'Or else we would have had to respond to the market conditions and our pricing would have been catastrophic. I think we've read that one well.' He told CarExpert the final push to have Ariya in showrooms came with the arrival of the federal government's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which came into effect on January 1, 2025. The Ariya is far from the only vehicle in its segment to face significant delays in coming to Australia, with the Toyota bZ4X and Ford Mustang Mach-E also arriving here much later than in other markets.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Nissan Ariya: First examples of Japanese Tesla Model Y rival en route to Australia
The Nissan Ariya is finally on its way to Australia almost five years after it was revealed, with first examples of the mid-size electric SUV having been loaded onto a ship bound for our shores. After opening its order book on July 25, Nissan Australia has now shared images of Australia-bound Ariya vehicles ahead of their official on-sale date at the beginning of September. They're manufactured in Nissan's Tochigi Plant in Japan, yet the Ariya significantly undercuts its fellow Japanese-built rivals on price. Starting at $55,840 before on-road costs, the Ariya is more than $10,000 cheaper than the most affordable Toyota bZ4X ($66,000 before on-roads) and Subaru Solterra ($69,990 plus on-roads). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Nissan. Click here to get a great deal. Supplied Credit: CarExpert It also manages to undercut the popular Tesla Model Y (priced from $58,900 plus on-roads), the best-selling vehicle in this segment, though it's more expensive than the second-placed BYD Sealion 7 (from $54,990 before on-roads). Nissan Australia will offer four variants of the Ariya: the front-wheel drive Engage and Advance, which use a 63kWh battery and a 160kW/300Nm electric motor; the Advance+, which upgrades to an 87kWh battery and 178kW/300Nm motor; and the all-wheel drive Evolve flagship, which uses the larger battery but has two electric motors both producing 160kW. The Ariya is backed by Nissan's 10-year, 300,000km warranty, provided you service the vehicle at Nissan Australia dealerships. Otherwise, Nissan's standard warranty is five years with no mileage cap. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Nissan also backs the Ariya's battery with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty, including a guaranteed minimum battery capacity of at least nine bars out of the 12 visible on the vehicle's battery capacity level gauge. The Ariya was revealed in concept form in 2019, before the showroom version was unveiled in 2020 and entered production in 2021. An Australian launch was first planned for 2023 but its arrival was postponed – something which Nissan Australia blamed on Australian Design Rules (ADRs) as well as limited supply for our market. The Ariya's belated arrival in Australia means it avoided an EV price war across the Australian auto industry, led by aggressive price cuts from market-leading EV brand, Tesla. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'I think we've been smart with the timing,' Nissan Australia boss Andrew Humberstone told CarExpert in September 2024. 'Or else we would have had to respond to the market conditions and our pricing would have been catastrophic. I think we've read that one well.' He told CarExpert the final push to have Ariya in showrooms came with the arrival of the federal government's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which came into effect on January 1, 2025. The Ariya is far from the only vehicle in its segment to face significant delays in coming to Australia, with the Toyota bZ4X and Ford Mustang Mach-E also arriving here much later than in other markets. MORE: 2025 Nissan Ariya price and specs MORE: Explore the Nissan Ariya showroom
The Advertiser
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Nissan Ariya: First examples of Japanese Tesla Model Y rival en route to Australia
The Nissan Ariya is finally on its way to Australia almost five years after it was revealed, with first examples of the mid-size electric SUV having been loaded onto a ship bound for our shores. After opening its order book on July 25, Nissan Australia has now shared images of Australia-bound Ariya vehicles ahead of their official on-sale date at the beginning of September. They're manufactured in Nissan's Tochigi Plant in Japan, yet the Ariya significantly undercuts its fellow Japanese-built rivals on price. Starting at $55,840 before on-road costs, the Ariya is more than $10,000 cheaper than the most affordable Toyota bZ4X ($66,000 before on-roads) and Subaru Solterra ($69,990 plus on-roads). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Nissan. Click here to get a great deal. It also manages to undercut the popular Tesla Model Y (priced from $58,900 plus on-roads), the best-selling vehicle in this segment, though it's more expensive than the second-placed BYD Sealion 7 (from $54,990 before on-roads). Nissan Australia will offer four variants of the Ariya: the front-wheel drive Engage and Advance, which use a 63kWh battery and a 160kW/300Nm electric motor; the Advance+, which upgrades to an 87kWh battery and 178kW/300Nm motor; and the all-wheel drive Evolve flagship, which uses the larger battery but has two electric motors both producing 160kW. The Ariya is backed by Nissan's 10-year, 300,000km warranty, provided you service the vehicle at Nissan Australia dealerships. Otherwise, Nissan's standard warranty is five years with no mileage cap. Nissan also backs the Ariya's battery with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty, including a guaranteed minimum battery capacity of at least nine bars out of the 12 visible on the vehicle's battery capacity level gauge. The Ariya was revealed in concept form in 2019, before the showroom version was unveiled in 2020 and entered production in 2021. An Australian launch was first planned for 2023 but its arrival was postponed – something which Nissan Australia blamed on Australian Design Rules (ADRs) as well as limited supply for our market. The Ariya's belated arrival in Australia means it avoided an EV price war across the Australian auto industry, led by aggressive price cuts from market-leading EV brand, Tesla. "I think we've been smart with the timing," Nissan Australia boss Andrew Humberstone told CarExpert in September 2024. "Or else we would have had to respond to the market conditions and our pricing would have been catastrophic. I think we've read that one well." He told CarExpert the final push to have Ariya in showrooms came with the arrival of the federal government's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which came into effect on January 1, 2025. The Ariya is far from the only vehicle in its segment to face significant delays in coming to Australia, with the Toyota bZ4X and Ford Mustang Mach-E also arriving here much later than in other markets. MORE: 2025 Nissan Ariya price and specs MORE: Explore the Nissan Ariya showroom Content originally sourced from: The Nissan Ariya is finally on its way to Australia almost five years after it was revealed, with first examples of the mid-size electric SUV having been loaded onto a ship bound for our shores. After opening its order book on July 25, Nissan Australia has now shared images of Australia-bound Ariya vehicles ahead of their official on-sale date at the beginning of September. They're manufactured in Nissan's Tochigi Plant in Japan, yet the Ariya significantly undercuts its fellow Japanese-built rivals on price. Starting at $55,840 before on-road costs, the Ariya is more than $10,000 cheaper than the most affordable Toyota bZ4X ($66,000 before on-roads) and Subaru Solterra ($69,990 plus on-roads). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Nissan. Click here to get a great deal. It also manages to undercut the popular Tesla Model Y (priced from $58,900 plus on-roads), the best-selling vehicle in this segment, though it's more expensive than the second-placed BYD Sealion 7 (from $54,990 before on-roads). Nissan Australia will offer four variants of the Ariya: the front-wheel drive Engage and Advance, which use a 63kWh battery and a 160kW/300Nm electric motor; the Advance+, which upgrades to an 87kWh battery and 178kW/300Nm motor; and the all-wheel drive Evolve flagship, which uses the larger battery but has two electric motors both producing 160kW. The Ariya is backed by Nissan's 10-year, 300,000km warranty, provided you service the vehicle at Nissan Australia dealerships. Otherwise, Nissan's standard warranty is five years with no mileage cap. Nissan also backs the Ariya's battery with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty, including a guaranteed minimum battery capacity of at least nine bars out of the 12 visible on the vehicle's battery capacity level gauge. The Ariya was revealed in concept form in 2019, before the showroom version was unveiled in 2020 and entered production in 2021. An Australian launch was first planned for 2023 but its arrival was postponed – something which Nissan Australia blamed on Australian Design Rules (ADRs) as well as limited supply for our market. The Ariya's belated arrival in Australia means it avoided an EV price war across the Australian auto industry, led by aggressive price cuts from market-leading EV brand, Tesla. "I think we've been smart with the timing," Nissan Australia boss Andrew Humberstone told CarExpert in September 2024. "Or else we would have had to respond to the market conditions and our pricing would have been catastrophic. I think we've read that one well." He told CarExpert the final push to have Ariya in showrooms came with the arrival of the federal government's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which came into effect on January 1, 2025. The Ariya is far from the only vehicle in its segment to face significant delays in coming to Australia, with the Toyota bZ4X and Ford Mustang Mach-E also arriving here much later than in other markets. MORE: 2025 Nissan Ariya price and specs MORE: Explore the Nissan Ariya showroom Content originally sourced from: The Nissan Ariya is finally on its way to Australia almost five years after it was revealed, with first examples of the mid-size electric SUV having been loaded onto a ship bound for our shores. After opening its order book on July 25, Nissan Australia has now shared images of Australia-bound Ariya vehicles ahead of their official on-sale date at the beginning of September. They're manufactured in Nissan's Tochigi Plant in Japan, yet the Ariya significantly undercuts its fellow Japanese-built rivals on price. Starting at $55,840 before on-road costs, the Ariya is more than $10,000 cheaper than the most affordable Toyota bZ4X ($66,000 before on-roads) and Subaru Solterra ($69,990 plus on-roads). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Nissan. Click here to get a great deal. It also manages to undercut the popular Tesla Model Y (priced from $58,900 plus on-roads), the best-selling vehicle in this segment, though it's more expensive than the second-placed BYD Sealion 7 (from $54,990 before on-roads). Nissan Australia will offer four variants of the Ariya: the front-wheel drive Engage and Advance, which use a 63kWh battery and a 160kW/300Nm electric motor; the Advance+, which upgrades to an 87kWh battery and 178kW/300Nm motor; and the all-wheel drive Evolve flagship, which uses the larger battery but has two electric motors both producing 160kW. The Ariya is backed by Nissan's 10-year, 300,000km warranty, provided you service the vehicle at Nissan Australia dealerships. Otherwise, Nissan's standard warranty is five years with no mileage cap. Nissan also backs the Ariya's battery with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty, including a guaranteed minimum battery capacity of at least nine bars out of the 12 visible on the vehicle's battery capacity level gauge. The Ariya was revealed in concept form in 2019, before the showroom version was unveiled in 2020 and entered production in 2021. An Australian launch was first planned for 2023 but its arrival was postponed – something which Nissan Australia blamed on Australian Design Rules (ADRs) as well as limited supply for our market. The Ariya's belated arrival in Australia means it avoided an EV price war across the Australian auto industry, led by aggressive price cuts from market-leading EV brand, Tesla. "I think we've been smart with the timing," Nissan Australia boss Andrew Humberstone told CarExpert in September 2024. "Or else we would have had to respond to the market conditions and our pricing would have been catastrophic. I think we've read that one well." He told CarExpert the final push to have Ariya in showrooms came with the arrival of the federal government's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which came into effect on January 1, 2025. The Ariya is far from the only vehicle in its segment to face significant delays in coming to Australia, with the Toyota bZ4X and Ford Mustang Mach-E also arriving here much later than in other markets. MORE: 2025 Nissan Ariya price and specs MORE: Explore the Nissan Ariya showroom Content originally sourced from: The Nissan Ariya is finally on its way to Australia almost five years after it was revealed, with first examples of the mid-size electric SUV having been loaded onto a ship bound for our shores. After opening its order book on July 25, Nissan Australia has now shared images of Australia-bound Ariya vehicles ahead of their official on-sale date at the beginning of September. They're manufactured in Nissan's Tochigi Plant in Japan, yet the Ariya significantly undercuts its fellow Japanese-built rivals on price. Starting at $55,840 before on-road costs, the Ariya is more than $10,000 cheaper than the most affordable Toyota bZ4X ($66,000 before on-roads) and Subaru Solterra ($69,990 plus on-roads). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Nissan. Click here to get a great deal. It also manages to undercut the popular Tesla Model Y (priced from $58,900 plus on-roads), the best-selling vehicle in this segment, though it's more expensive than the second-placed BYD Sealion 7 (from $54,990 before on-roads). Nissan Australia will offer four variants of the Ariya: the front-wheel drive Engage and Advance, which use a 63kWh battery and a 160kW/300Nm electric motor; the Advance+, which upgrades to an 87kWh battery and 178kW/300Nm motor; and the all-wheel drive Evolve flagship, which uses the larger battery but has two electric motors both producing 160kW. The Ariya is backed by Nissan's 10-year, 300,000km warranty, provided you service the vehicle at Nissan Australia dealerships. Otherwise, Nissan's standard warranty is five years with no mileage cap. Nissan also backs the Ariya's battery with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty, including a guaranteed minimum battery capacity of at least nine bars out of the 12 visible on the vehicle's battery capacity level gauge. The Ariya was revealed in concept form in 2019, before the showroom version was unveiled in 2020 and entered production in 2021. An Australian launch was first planned for 2023 but its arrival was postponed – something which Nissan Australia blamed on Australian Design Rules (ADRs) as well as limited supply for our market. The Ariya's belated arrival in Australia means it avoided an EV price war across the Australian auto industry, led by aggressive price cuts from market-leading EV brand, Tesla. "I think we've been smart with the timing," Nissan Australia boss Andrew Humberstone told CarExpert in September 2024. "Or else we would have had to respond to the market conditions and our pricing would have been catastrophic. I think we've read that one well." He told CarExpert the final push to have Ariya in showrooms came with the arrival of the federal government's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which came into effect on January 1, 2025. The Ariya is far from the only vehicle in its segment to face significant delays in coming to Australia, with the Toyota bZ4X and Ford Mustang Mach-E also arriving here much later than in other markets. MORE: 2025 Nissan Ariya price and specs MORE: Explore the Nissan Ariya showroom Content originally sourced from:
Miami Herald
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Lexus Drops Unbeatable 2025 RZ Lease Offer for July
If you're in the market for an EV that's a little bit off the beaten path, the new Lexus RZ might be the perfect candidate. For July 2025, Lexus is offering an attractive lease deal that even beats out longtime value kingpin Tesla and its Model Y SUV. This month, most shoppers can snag a 2025 Lexus RZ 300e for $399 per month with just $1,999 due at signing. Comparatively, Tesla's letting Model Y SUVs go for $399 per month with $3,000 down. Both offers are good for 36 months and 10,000 miles per year. Why not save $1,000 and get a more luxurious ride with the Lexus RZ? The low payment is due in part to a $10,000 lease incentive the automaker is offering. You can save even more via a $1,000 customer loyalty discount, too. While that initial deal might sound good, you can actually drive your monthly cost even lower if you live in the greater New York City metro area. There, Lexus is advertising a $309 per month lease with $3,999 due at signing. However, the term is shorter at 27 months, and you'll need to make do with 7,500 miles per year. These figures are enticing, but they don't include local taxes, fees, and other dealership adds. You're always best checking on the automaker's website for the best Lexus offers. Like the Toyota bZ4X it shares much with, the Lexus RZ 300e comes with a single electric motor donating 201 horsepower to the front wheels. All-wheel drive versions are available, but the lease ad specifically calls out the 300e version, so that's what we'll focus on. The good news is that the RZ 300e gets the best range in the lineup. The bad news is that the number still falls short of the magic 300-mile mark, touting a Lexus-estimated 266 miles of range on a full charge. While performance might be lacking, features certainly aren't. The 2025 Lexus RZ 300e comes with a 14-inch touchscreen, heated seats, tons of driver assistance features, and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Spreading out the low $1,999 due at signing across your lease term (36 months) will drive your monthly payment up by around $56. So, even if you aren't putting any money down, your lease payment could be as low as $454 before taxes, fees, and other charges. Using Tesla's website to price out a lease, $0 down puts you at $492 per month on the Model Y. Still a huge savings! Contact a Lexus dealership to get an actual estimate on a $0 down lease payment. Big changes are on the horizon for the RZ 300e's platform mate, the Toyota bZ4X. We expect similar changes to make it over to the fancier Lexus version in short order. That would also explain the attractive lease deal, which will help clear existing dealer stock and make room for a newer and better version. Either way, in the here and now, the Lexus RZ 300e looks like an excellent value proposition. A more comfortable ride and nicer cabin than the Tesla Model Y may allow some shoppers to overlook its middling range and power, especially at these prices. *Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The information presented herein is based on manufacturer-provided lease offer information, which is subject to frequent change and may vary based on location, creditworthiness, and other factors. We are not a party to any lease agreements and assume no liability for the terms, conditions, availability, or accuracy of any lease offers mentioned. All terms, including but not limited to pricing, mileage allowances, and residual values, require direct verification with an authorized local OEM dealership. This article does not constitute financial advice or an endorsement of any particular lease or vehicle. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Tom's Guide
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Tom's Guide
EVs are notoriously expensive, so I'm leasing one instead — here's why it's the smarter way to go
As much as I love testing out all of the best electric cars on the market, there's still one thing that makes a lot of people (myself included) hesitant about buying one — their cost. EVs are obnoxiously expensive and I often argue how hybrids and PHEVs are better alternatives. For the past year now, I've been debating on what car I should buy next, but it doesn't help when the average EV costs $56,910 according to the latest data from Kelly Blue Book. I was curious to know how much I'd have to pay if I were to finance that cost, which this auto loan calculator determines to be about $1,016/month for 60 months. That's an obscene amount of money, and I just can't fathom ever paying that each month for just my car, let alone having to deal with other expenses like my mortgage, cell phone plan, and more. At this point, I'm unlikely to ever buy an EV — so I plan to lease one instead. Here's why I think it's the smarter way to go. After checking out the calculations on what I'd have to pay to finance an EV that costs $56,910, it really adds more even more stress to the shopping process. Even though I've been tempted by some of the more affordable EVs on the market, like the Chevrolet Equinox EV, Hyundai Ioniq 6, and Tesla Model 3, you're still looking at prices around $40,000. I've been looking through some EV lease deals and I have to admit they're attractive. Instead of shelling out close to $1,000/month, you're looking at paying a fraction of that. Of course, it's all contingent on your credit score, but that's the case too when you're financing a vehicle. Considering how price continues to be a major roadblock for EV adoption, these lease deals open EVs up to more people because you're spending much less for a brand new electric vehicle. Here are just some of my favorite EV lease deals right now for cars that I've personally tested. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. 2025 Toyota bZ4X: $179/month for 36 monthsThe Toyota bZ4X has some of the best lease deals around because you can get this crossover SUV for as low as $179/month with $3,999 down. Toyota's first and only all-electric vehicle has the utility you need for just about everything, including decent legroom and a futuristic design that makes it stand out on the road. Read our full Toyota bZ4X review 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SEL: $209/month for 24 monthsSimilarly, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 isn't too shabby either. Although I love its driving performance and style better than the bZ4X, you still have to put down $3,999 at signing and you only have it for 24 months. Despite this, the 3 mi/kWh average efficiency is pretty good for its size. Read our full Hyundai Ioniq 5 review 2025 Honda Prologue AWD EX: $209/month for 36 monthWhen I first looked at the Honda Prologue, I thought it was too plain and boring. However, that all changed once I started to drive. At $209/month with $2,899 due at signing, you're getting an all-electric SUV that offers excellent efficiency and the reliability that Honda's known for. Read our full Honda Prologue review When you lease a vehicle, you typically don't have to pay for maintenance services because they're usually covered by the manufacturer's warranty. You're probably used to getting oil changes every 10,000 miles, but that's not a concern for EVs. Instead, the stuff you'd have to replace on an EV are your windshield fluid, coolant system, and the cabin filter. Meanwhile, the regenerative braking system incorporated in many EVs helps to reduce wear on traditional brake components. That's why I always recommend trying to use their one-pedal driving to get acquainted with how they handle, which will go a long way to reduce wear and tear. Since most lease agreements go from 2 to 3 years, it's unlikely that the braking system and tires would need to be replaced. The last reason why leasing an EV is better than buying one is that you could be getting a new vehicle every few years. Most car dealerships offer you the chance to buy your lease vehicle at the end of the lease period, but I would probably opt to lease another one — hopefully at close to the same cost. Regardless, you're practically getting a new vehicle and that's a good thing. I know that it means that you won't ever own an EV, but the thought about having a new toy every few years does sound exciting, much like getting a new phone in the same span. Newer models could also come with more features, like how ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) continues to evolve and be more reliable. I can't deny how these lease offers are much more conducive to my budget, plus this is one way of making EVs accessible to more people — including those who are still apprehensive about these kinds of cars. Leasing an EV gives you the opportunity to see if an EV is right for you, since you're not paying for the full cost of the vehicle. Even though the EVs I recommended above are modest options all under $50,000, some of the pricier ones are still attractive under lease deals. Take one of my favorite all-electric pickup trucks, the 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning XLT, which costs a whopping $65,540. I'm looking at a monthly cost of $738/month for 84 months according to Ford's listing. As much as I'm shocked by the first figure, it's the second one that puts a dagger through my chest. In contrast, it's a $324/month payment with a 24-month lease and $6,878 down. Yes, that last number is a bit too rich for what I'd like to shell out for a down payment, but that $324/month rate looks much more appealing than $738. Leasing isn't for everyone, but if it's something that fits your lifestyle and budget, I'd suggest you consider leasing one next. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
