The Nissan Ariya in sports attire

Nissan unveiled the Ariya NISMO at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, with a launch scheduled for next spring.

Based on the Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE, the model has been fine-tuned by NISMO’s experts, Nissan’s motorsport division. At launch, the Ariya NISMO offers enhanced performance thanks to increased power, an optimized chassis, and a striking aerodynamic kit.

The performance improvements stem from a roughly 10% increase in maximum power, combined with a special acceleration tuning and an exclusive NISMO driving mode that maximizes responsiveness. The optional sound effects evoke the Formula E model of the brand. One might wonder what that entails, considering that this all-electric racing series is often criticized more for its unremarkable (or totally unpalatable) sound rather than its absence.

NISMO-specific adjustments to each chassis component, combined with the e-4ORCE all-wheel drive system and specially mounted 20-inch rigid aluminum wheels with specific tires, improve stability and responsiveness, resulting in better handling and faster cornering at high speeds.

Finally, the SUV’s airflow management benefits from racing-derived technologies that reduce drag and increase downforce at high speeds, factors especially important for electric vehicles.

The interior also features bespoke NISMO seats and finishes.

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