In October, Nissan revealed a subtle refresh for its Ariya and Ariya Nismo models. The company has now announced the availability dates for these updated electric SUVs in Japan: the refreshed Ariya will launch on February 20, followed by the Ariya Nismo on March 19.
The updated Ariya features a redesigned front end with a body-colored grille and new 20-inch wheels crafted from aluminum and resin. Buyers can choose from three two-tone color options and five single-tone colors. While the interior design remains largely unchanged, a new White/Green interior color variant is available.
Significantly, the infotainment system is now powered by Google, indicating the use of Android Automotive. This integration offers Google Maps and access to the Google Play Store. Additionally, Nissan’s battery conditioning system can work with navigation to optimize battery temperature based on the planned route.
The refreshed Ariya also supports vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, capable of supplying up to 1,500 watts to power external appliances. For the Japanese market, suspension tuning has been softened to enhance ride comfort. The vehicle also features adaptive cruise control that can follow a lead car closely, managing acceleration and deceleration multiple times while maintaining a constant distance.
The Ariya Nismo benefits from the same Android Automotive infotainment system, vehicle-to-load capability, and intelligent distance control features introduced in the refreshed Ariya.
