2025 Nissan ARIYA vs. 2025 Subaru Ascent Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan ARIYA

2025 Nissan
ARIYA

MSRP*: $39,770 to $54,370
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Ascent

2025 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $39,995 to $52,050
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 59.7 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 238-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 214 - 389 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.9 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.3 in
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Ascent than in the Nissan ARIYA, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Subaru Ascent will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan ARIYA.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Nissan ARIYA will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Ascent.

Dimensions
The Nissan ARIYA is a little narrower than the Subaru Ascent, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Nissan ARIYA, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Ascent.

Handling
The Nissan ARIYA has a smaller turning radius than the Subaru Ascent, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Nissan ARIYA has a little less horsepower than the Subaru Ascent.

Powertrain
The Nissan ARIYA has much lower torque than the Subaru Ascent, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Nissan ARIYA has less seating than the Subaru Ascent, making the Subaru Ascent the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Nissan ARIYA has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Ascent.