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Nissan Ariya 160kW Advance 63kWh 5dr Auto [Sky/Bose Tech Pk] Review

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The entry-level, front-wheel-drive version of the Ariya with the smallest 63kWh battery pack is not especially rapid by electric car standards, but is more than brisk enough. It can do 0-62mph in around 7.5 seconds and has an official range of around 250 miles.

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Nissan turned up early to the SUV party, with its Qashqai paving the way for the countless models we see today. The Qashqai continues to sell in big numbers in the UK, too, and was also our overall Car of the Year in 2014.

Don’t think Nissan is just about SUVs, though. As well as the Qashqai, the smaller Juke and the larger X-Trail, the Japanese brand has the Micra hatchback, GT-R sports car and Navara pick-up truck.

Nissan was also one of the first big car makers to launch a fully electric car, with its latest Leaf being one of the best on the market.

Despite being based in Japan, Nissan has long committed to building cars in the UK, making several of its best-selling models at a huge factory in Sunderland.

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We reckon this entry-level trim is all you need because it’s packed with standard equipment that includes 19in alloy wheels, a heated front windscreen, an electric tailgate, climate control, a heat pump, heated front seats, front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, a 12.3in digital driver display and a 12.3in touchscreen infotainment system.

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160kW Advance 63kWh 5dr Auto [Sky/Bose Tech Pk]

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6 way electrically adjustable front seats

Bluetooth audio streaming with handsfree system

Wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto

One touch front and rear electric windows with remote opening and closing

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The Nissan Ariya is practical, well-equipped and the 87kWh version has a competitive range between charges. However, plenty of rivals are better to drive and can charge up more quickly.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Sufficient range between charges to fit in with most people’s lifestyles – and in the real world, not on some far-fetched official test </li> <li>Quick charging times and compatibility with the most ubiquitous types of public charging points </li> <li>Priced to be within the grasp of more than just the privileged few </li> <li>As with any car, ride comfort, practicality and ownership costs can’t be ignored</li></ul>

We define an electric car as one that runs purely on battery power and has no tailpipe to puff out nasty chemicals.

The best of the breed offer sufficient range between charges to fit in with most people’s lifestyles – and in the real world, not on some far-fetched official test cycle.

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