New 2022 Nissan Ariya electric SUV first drive – DrivingElectric

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In 2011, Nissan launched the revolutionary Leaf: the world’s first mainstream family electric car. But times have changed. Over a decade later, the Japanese brand’s latest EV, the Ariya family SUV, faces a wide range of established competitors from the likes of Ford, Tesla, VW, Kia, Hyundai and more. It arrives in UK showrooms later this year, and Grace Webb has already had the chance to drive a near-production prototype – here’s what she thought of it...

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:29 - Styling
00:56 - Practicality and boot space
02:03 - Interior and infotainment
03:20 - Equipment and quality
04:10 - Performance and range
05:52 - Driving impressions
07:52 - Charging
08:27 - Conclusion

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