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Ford Capri vs Nissan ARIYA
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Capri leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Nissan ARIYA stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Capri if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Capri leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueFord
Ford
6.4
Nissan
5.8
Motorway Range
Ford
4
Nissan
4.3
Too close to call
FamilyFord
Ford
7.9
Nissan
6.9
ChargingFord
Ford
4.6
Nissan
2.8
Cost Per Mile
Ford
4.7
Nissan
4.6
Too close to call
City Driving
Ford
5.1
Nissan
4.7
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
- 35 miles more WLTP range
- 106 litres more boot space
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,985 (better) | £37,000 |
| Official range | 286 miles (better) | 250 miles |
| Boot space | 572 L (better) | 466 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Ford Capri
Nissan ARIYA
Length
Ford Capri4,634mm
Nissan ARIYA4,595mm-39mm
Width
Ford Capri1,872mm
Nissan ARIYA1,850mm-22mm
Height
Ford Capri1,626mm-34mm
Nissan ARIYA1,660mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,634 mm | 4,595 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,872 mm | 1,850 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,063 mm (better) | 2,172 mm |
| Height | 1,626 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 528 mm spare | 550 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 916 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 572 L (better) | 466 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1510 L (better) | 1350 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh |  Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.63m | 4.59m-39mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.85m-22mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.17m+109mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.66m+34mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.77m+8mm |
| Ground Clearance | 187mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 572L (better) | 466L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1510L (better) | 1350L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 916mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,914kg (better) | 1,917kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 63kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 286 mi (better) | 250 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,985 (better) | £37,000 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,485 (-£1,500) (better) | £35,500 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 286 miles (better) | 250 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 209 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | 156 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 63 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 140 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 300 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
Nissan ARIYA
Engage+ 63kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist93%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag infotainment & software. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
Owners love
- Owners report realistic ranges of 300 miles or more and good efficiency, especially on the rear-wheel-drive car.
- It is comfortable and easy to drive, with light steering and a good driving position.
- The boot is large and the cabin roomy for a coupe-SUV, so it works as a family car.
Watch out for
- The FordPass app is slow to connect and less capable than rival apps.
- The infotainment menus are jumbled, and the touch-sensitive steering wheel buttons draw criticism.
- There are no physical climate controls.
Owner tips
- Try the FordPass app before you buy if you rely on remote charging and preconditioning.
- Use phone mirroring for navigation rather than the built-in menus.
Nissan ARIYA
Engage+ 63kWh
Owners love
- Owners praise the quiet, roomy cabin, the comfortable seats and the interior design.
- The 87 kWh cars give a long range in mild weather, with owners reporting around 280-300 miles.
- Owners who tow find it capable, and the head-up display and 360-degree camera are well liked.
Watch out for
- The infotainment and navigation feel slow and dated, with touch-sensitive buttons that are easy to brush by accident.
- Several owners report 12-volt battery problems, sometimes within the first months.
- Winter range drops noticeably, with one 87 kWh owner seeing the estimate fall from about 330 to 220-230 miles.
Owner tips
- Ask whether the 12-volt battery has been replaced, and consider a cheap 12-volt monitor.
- Use the battery percentage rather than the range estimate, which is unreliable for the first few charges and in winter.
Buying options
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Ford Capri
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Nissan ARIYA
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Capri or the Nissan ARIYA?
The Ford Capri is £15 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £15 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Capri and Nissan ARIYA like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Ford Capri and 209 miles for the Nissan ARIYA - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Nissan ARIYA goes roughly 16 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Capri or the Nissan ARIYA?
The two are within 22 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Nissan ARIYA and about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Capri. The Ford Capri also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Capri or the Nissan ARIYA?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Capri and 84% for the Nissan ARIYA. That gives the Ford Capri a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Ford Capri's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Nissan ARIYA's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .