Nissan Ariya's price dropped by £6k, qualifying it for Electric Vehicle Grant
Nissan Reduces Prices of Ariya and Introduces New Shiro Trim, Making Electric Vehicles More Accessible
Nissan has announced significant price reductions for its electric SUV, the Ariya, making it eligible for the UK's Electric Car Grant (ECG). The changes will make the Ariya more affordable for many consumers, with the entry-level 63kWh Engage trim now priced at £33,500 after the grant[1][2][3].
The new price adjustments mean that the 63kWh Engage trim is now priced at £33,500 post-grant, the 63kWh Advance trim starts from £37,500, and the 87kWh long-range Ariya starts from £35,500[2]. The Evolve trim, a higher trim, is priced from approximately £42,500[1].
In addition to these changes, Nissan has introduced a new entry-level Shiro trim with a 67kWh battery, priced from £33,500 and also eligible for the grant[2]. These price reductions have narrowed the gap between battery options and brought more Ariya versions under the £40,000 luxury tax threshold, reducing running costs[1].
Fiona Mackay, Nissan GB marketing director, stated that the Ariya now offers greater value without compromising on innovation, design, and performance[4].
Regarding other Nissan electric vehicles eligible for the Electric Car Grant, Nissan has been actively adjusting pricing to bring models below the ECG eligibility threshold. However, the current information suggests that the focus is primarily on the Ariya. More announcements regarding other models are expected in the coming weeks[2].
Nissan is also looking forward to the third-generation British-built Leaf later this year, with the UK-built Leaf crossover expected to receive the higher £3750 ECG[5].
| Nissan Ariya Trim/Battery | Price After Grant (£) | Grant Eligibility | |--------------------------------|---------------------------|-----------------------| | 63kWh Engage | £33,500 | Eligible (below £37k) | | 63kWh Advance | £37,500 | Eligible (below £37k) | | 87kWh Long-range Engage or Shiro | £35,500 | Eligible | | Evolve (higher trim) | £42,500 | Likely not eligible |
[1] Autocar - Nissan Ariya price cut makes electric SUV eligible for £1,500 government grant [2] Car Dealer Magazine - Nissan Ariya price cut makes electric SUV eligible for £1,500 government grant [3] Auto Express - Nissan Ariya price cut makes electric SUV eligible for £1,500 government grant [4] Nissan UK - Nissan Ariya now offers greater value without compromising on innovation, design and performance [5] Auto Trader - Nissan's UK boss James Taylor says the UK-built Leaf crossover is expected to receive the higher £3750 ECG
- The price reductions for Nissan's electric SUV, the Ariya, have brought more versions of the vehicle under the £40,000 luxury tax threshold, thereby reducing running costs.
- In addition to the existing trims, Nissan has introduced a new entry-level Shiro trim with a 67kWh battery, priced at £33,500 and eligible for the UK's Electric Car Grant.
- The innovation, design, and performance of the Ariya remain uncompromised despite the announcement of greater value offers.
- Nissan is also looking forward to the third-generation British-built Leaf later this year, with the UK-built Leaf crossover rumored to receive the higher £3750 Electric Car Grant.
