How does it compare?
Range
Ah, the heart of any electric vehicle (EV) comparison – range. The NISSAN Ariya 63 kWh, with its 360 km (224 miles), finds itself nicely perched between opponents. The Hyundai Kona Electric manages a bit more, boasting 415 km (258 miles). The Volkswagen ID.4 also surges ahead with 420 km (261 miles), while the KIA e-Niro offers a respectable 385 km (239 miles). The Ford Mustang Mach-E, meanwhile, flexes its muscles with a substantial 370 km (230 miles).
Acceleration
In terms of raw get-up-and-go, the NISSAN Ariya does the 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) sprint in 7.5 seconds, decent but hardly neck-snapping. The Hyundai Kona Electric is somewhat slower at 7.9 seconds, while the Volkswagen ID.4 clocks in at 8.5 seconds. The KIA e-Niro outpaces the Ariya slightly at 7.8 seconds. The sheer speed demon here is the Ford Mustang Mach-E, which sprints to 100 km/h (62 mph) in a blistering 5.8 seconds.
Power
Under the hood, the NISSAN Ariya churns out a respectable 215 horsepower, which is par for the course in this class. The Hyundai Kona Electric brings along 201 horsepower, while the Volkswagen ID.4 ups the ante slightly with 204 horsepower. At 201 horsepower, the KIA e-Niro matches the Kona. Over at the ranch, the Ford Mustang Mach-E lords over the others at a whopping 266 horsepower in its base variant.
Charging Time
Next, we delve into the cozy world of charging times. The NISSAN Ariya reaches an 80% charge in about 35 minutes using a DC fast charger. The Hyundai Kona Electric matches this, tagging in at just 54 minutes. The Volkswagen ID.4, however, requires a tad more patience, taking about 38 minutes for the same 80% charge. The KIA e-Niro is right around the same mark with 35 minutes, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E, bless its heart, also clocks in at 38 minutes.
Price
Finally, the all-important matter of cost. The NISSAN Ariya weighs in at $51,000 (approx. £37,100 or €44,200). The Hyundai Kona Electric is slightly less wallet-busting at $38,575 (approx. £28,100 or €33,350). The Volkswagen ID.4 feels a bit indulgent at $39,995 (approx. £29,200 or €34,600). The KIA e-Niro, ever the bargain, settles at $39,090 (approx. £28,500 or €33,800). The Ford Mustang Mach-E with all its grandeur comes in heftier at $43,995 (approx. £32,100 or €38,200).



