Richard Alston drives a Nissan ARIYA 87kWh 2022.
This is Richard’s second electric car, he’s owned the Nissan ARIYA from new and drives 10,000-15,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 1,000-5,000 miles and he achieves 260 miles from a full charge.
Why did you choose a Nissan ARIYA?
Range and equipment specification.
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Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car
- Easy to drive
- equipment level
- range.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car
- Location of charging port
- some minor issues.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
Minor issues with settings not changing with profile, e.g. seat position.
What are the standout technological features of your Nissan ARIYA?
Intelligent cruise control & intelligent high beam lights, all work very well.
Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
Build quality is outstanding.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
I would like to see more mass production of cheaper electric cars.
Home charging unit – outline both positive & negative elements
I have a Pod Point charger at home but newer and more intelligent options are now available. Charging at home is the cheapest and most convenient way to charge.
Electricity supplier & tariff – outline both positive & negative elements
You need to review what plan is best if you want a cheaper tariff overnight against usage during the day and also if you have solar panels. Octopus seems to be the best all round at the moment.
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
Occasionally use motorway chargers from Gridserve. On the whole they’re reliable but have had the odd issue.
Insurer – outline both positive & negative elements
Insured with Admiral as part of MultiCar policy, no complaints.
Please itemise where you’re saving money owning & running a Nissan ARIYA
The difference between what was being used in petrol per month is about £220 and now electricity at about £55 a month. Servicing is also less but difficult to put a value on it.
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