2025 Audi Q4 e-tron vs 2025 Nissan ARIYA
Comparison Overview
The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron (car1) and the 2025 Nissan ARIYA (car2) is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), with the Audi commanding a $10,030 premium at $49,800 compared to the ARIYA's $39,770 entry point. This price gap correlates with measurable performance advantages; car1 boasts 282 horsepower, a significant 68 hp lead over car2's 214 hp. Range is another key differentiator, as the Q4 e-tron achieves an EPA estimate of 288 miles, surpassing the ARIYA's 216 miles. Dimensionally, the ARIYA is slightly longer at 182.9 inches versus the Audi's 180.7 inches, though the Audi offers marginally more cargo volume at 24.8 cu ft versus 22.8 cu ft. Furthermore, the drive type preference is clear: car1 is RWD while car2 utilizes FWD.
Size Comparison
Performance
Fuel Efficiency
Full Specifications
Our Verdicts
2025 Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron offers 72 more miles of electric range (288 vs 216 miles), reducing charging frequency for daily drivers.
2025 Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi provides marginally superior utility with 24.8 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the ARIYA's 22.8 cu ft.
2025 Audi Q4 e-tron
The 282 hp output of the Q4 e-tron substantially outperforms the ARIYA's 214 hp rating for quicker acceleration.
2025 Nissan ARIYA
The Nissan ARIYA is over $10,000 cheaper while still offering competitive electric crossover functionality.
Choose the Audi Q4 e-tron if...
- You require the maximum electric range available, needing 288 miles per charge.
- Performance is paramount, demonstrated by the substantial 282 hp output.
- A Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) configuration is preferred over Front Wheel Drive (FWD).
Choose the Nissan ARIYA if...
- Adhering to a stricter budget is necessary, given the $10,030 lower MSRP ($39,770).
- You prioritize the slightly larger overall exterior dimensions (182.9 inches long).
- Front Wheel Drive (FWD) traction setup is preferred over RWD.
Key Dimensions
| Dimension | Audi Q4 e-tron | Nissan ARIYA |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 180.7" | 182.9" |
| Width | 73.4" | 74.8" |
| Height | 64.7" | 65.4" |
| Wheelbase | 108.7" | 109.3" |
Features Comparison
Safety
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system | ✓ | — |
| Lane keep assist | ✓ | — |
| Rear cross traffic alert | ✓ | — |
| pre-collision safety system | ✓ | — |
| post-collision safety system | ✓ | — |
| dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags | ✓ | — |
| front and rear head airbags | ✓ | — |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | ✓ | — |
| stability control | ✓ | — |
| traction control | ✓ | — |
| child seat anchors | ✓ | — |
| Rear door child safety locks | ✓ | — |
| 4-wheel ABS | ✓ | — |
| Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes | ✓ | — |
| Emergency braking assist | ✓ | — |
| tire pressure monitoring | ✓ | — |
| dusk sensing headlamps | ✓ | — |
| auto delay off headlamps | ✓ | — |
| LED headlamp | ✓ | — |
| daytime running lights | ✓ | — |
| Turn signal mirrors | ✓ | — |
| 2 front headrests | ✓ | — |
| Front multi-adjustable headrests | ✓ | — |
| 3 rear headrests | ✓ | — |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | ✓ | — |
| Rear center 3-point belt | ✓ | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor | — | ✓ |
| Lane Departure Warning | — | ✓ |
| Lane Keeping Assist System | — | ✓ |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — | ✓ |
| Driver Attention Alert | — | ✓ |
| Pre-Collision Safety System | — | ✓ |
| Post-Collision Safety System | — | ✓ |
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | — | ✓ |
| Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags | — | ✓ |
| Front Head Airbags | — | ✓ |
| Rear Head Airbags | — | ✓ |
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | — | ✓ |
| Electronic Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Traction Control System | — | ✓ |
| LATCH System | — | ✓ |
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | — | ✓ |
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | — | 4-Wheel |
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | — | ✓ |
| Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes | — | ✓ |
| Brake Preparation System | — | ✓ |
| Brake Assist | — | ✓ |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | — | ✓ |
| Automatic Headlights | — | ✓ |
| Headlight Delay-Off | — | ✓ |
| LED Headlights | — | ✓ |
| Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Headrests | — | 2 |
| Front Height Adjustable Headrests | — | ✓ |
| Rear Headrests | — | 3 |
| Rear Height Adjustable Headrests | — | ✓ |
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | — | ✓ |
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | — | ✓ |
| Engine Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
Engine
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| Base engine type | electric | — |
| Horsepower | 282 hp | 214 hp |
| Base Engine Type | — | electric |
| Torque | — | 221 lb-ft |
Drive Train
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | — |
| Drive type | rear wheel drive | — |
| Transmission Type | — | 1-speed direct drive |
| Drivetrain Type | — | front wheel drive |
Fuel
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel type | electric | — |
| EPA city/highway MPGe | 125/104 MPGe | — |
| EPA combined MPGe | 115 MPGe | — |
| EPA electricity range | 288 mi. | — |
| EPA kWh/100 mi | 29 | — |
| EPA time to charge battery (at 240V) | 12.0 hr. | — |
| Battery capacity | 82 kWh | — |
| Fast-charge port type | SAE Combo | — |
| Fuel Type | — | electric |
| EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe) | — | 109/94 MPGe |
| EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe) | — | 101 MPGe |
| EPA Electric Driving Range | — | 216 mi. |
| EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi) | — | 33 |
| Charging Time (240V) | — | 10.0 hr. |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| DC Fast Charging Port Type | — | SAE Combo |
Comfort & Convenience
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| keyless ignition | ✓ | — |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | ✓ | — |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | ✓ | — |
| electric power steering | ✓ | — |
| rear view camera | ✓ | — |
| front and rear parking sensors | ✓ | — |
| adaptive cruise control | ✓ | — |
| front and rear cupholders | ✓ | — |
| front and rear door pockets | ✓ | — |
| front seatback storage | ✓ | — |
| leather steering wheel | ✓ | — |
| Three zone climate control | ✓ | — |
| rear ventilation ducts | ✓ | — |
| interior air filtration | ✓ | — |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | ✓ | — |
| turn signal in mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Push Button Start | — | ✓ |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | — | ✓ |
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | — | ✓ |
| Electric Power Steering | — | ✓ |
| Rear View Camera | — | ✓ |
| Front Parking Sensors | — | ✓ |
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | ✓ |
| Wireless Charging Pad | — | ✓ |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | — | ✓ |
| Front Cupholders | — | ✓ |
| Rear Cupholders | — | ✓ |
| Front Door Pockets | — | ✓ |
| Rear Door Pockets | — | ✓ |
| Front Seatback Storage | — | ✓ |
| Leather Steering Wheel | — | ✓ |
| Heated Steering Wheel | — | ✓ |
| Dual Zone Climate Control | — | ✓ |
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | — | ✓ |
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | — | ✓ |
In Car Entertainment
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| 11.6" infotainment display size | ✓ | — |
| AM/FM stereo | ✓ | — |
| 180 watts stereo output | ✓ | — |
| 10 total speakers | ✓ | — |
| Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay | ✓ | — |
| USB connection | ✓ | — |
| USB with external media control | ✓ | — |
| Infotainment Display | — | 12.3 in |
| AM/FM Stereo | — | ✓ |
| Speaker System | — | 6 |
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | — | ✓ |
| USB Port | — | ✓ |
| USB Port with External Media Control | — | ✓ |
| Satellite Radio | — | With Real Time Traffic |
| Speed Sensitive Volume Control | — | ✓ |
Power Feature
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| 4 one-touch power windows | ✓ | — |
| 1st row power glass extended moonroof | ✓ | — |
| 2nd row fixed glass moonroof | ✓ | — |
| remote keyless power door locks | ✓ | — |
| Heated mirrors | ✓ | — |
| One-Touch Power Windows | — | 2 |
| Keyless Entry | — | ✓ |
| Heated Mirrors | — | ✓ |
Frontseats
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| Front head room | 38.5 in. | — |
| Front leg room | 41.2 in. | — |
| Front shoulder room | 56.7 in. | — |
| leather | ✓ | — |
| bucket front seats | ✓ | — |
| 8-way power driver seat | ✓ | — |
| height adjustable driver seat | ✓ | — |
| Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support | ✓ | — |
| multi-level heated driver seat | ✓ | — |
| multi-level heated passenger seat | ✓ | — |
| Front Head Room | — | 39.6 in. |
| Front Leg Room | — | 42.3 in. |
| Front Shoulder Room | — | 57.1 in. |
| Front Hip Room | — | 56.0 in. |
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | ✓ |
| Front Seat Type: Bucket | — | ✓ |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | — | 8-way |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | — | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | — | 2 |
| Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments | — | 6-way |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Driver Seat Heating | — | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Heating | — | Multi-level |
Rearseats
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| Rear head room | 38.3 in. | — |
| Rear leg room | 37.2 in. | — |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.1 in. | — |
| Split-folding rear seatback | ✓ | — |
| folding with pass-thru center armrest | ✓ | — |
| Rear Head Room | — | 38.3 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | — | 37.0 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | — | 55.9 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | — | 52.5 in. |
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | — | ✓ |
| Reclining Rear Seats | — | ✓ |
| Folding Center Armrest | — | ✓ |
| Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level) | — | ✓ |
Tires and Wheels
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | ✓ | — |
| 19 in. wheels | ✓ | — |
| All season tires | ✓ | — |
| 255/50R19 tires | ✓ | — |
| Wheel Material | — | Alloy |
| Wheel Cover Type | — | Full |
| Wheel Size | — | 19 x 7.5 in |
| Tire Type | — | All Season |
| Tire Size | — | 235/55R19 |
Suspension
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| four-wheel independent suspension | ✓ | — |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | ✓ | — |
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | — | ✓ |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | — | ✓ |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | — | ✓ |
Warranty
| Feature | Audi | Nissan |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | — |
| Drivetrain | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | — |
| EV battery | 8 yr./ 100000 mi. | — |
| Rust | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | — |
| Roadside assistance | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | — |
| Basic Warranty | — | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| EV Battery Warranty | — | 8 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | — | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | — | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance | — | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron and 2025 Nissan ARIYA.
What is the primary performance difference between the 2025 Q4 e-tron and the 2025 ARIYA?
The primary performance differentiator is raw power; the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers 282 horsepower, which is 68 hp more than the Nissan ARIYA’s 214 horsepower rating. This results in significantly different acceleration capabilities between the two electric crossovers.
How does the MSRP difference of over $10,000 justify the specifications gap?
The $10,030 price difference buys the Audi 72 extra miles of electric range (288 vs 216 miles) and the superior 282 hp output. The ARIYA offers better financial value but yields on range and top-end power.
Which vehicle provides better cargo utility for hauling?
The 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron offers slightly more enclosed storage space, measured at 24.8 cubic feet, compared to the 2025 Nissan ARIYA’s 22.8 cubic feet. While both are compact crossovers, the Audi has a 2.0 cu ft advantage.
Are the drive systems identical between these two electric vehicles?
No, the drive systems are opposed: the base 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron uses a rear-wheel-drive setup, whereas the base 2025 Nissan ARIYA utilizes a front-wheel-drive configuration.
Does the larger size of the ARIYA translate to better interior space than the Q4 e-tron?
The ARIYA is physically longer (182.9 inches vs. 180.7 inches) and wider, but the Q4 e-tron wins in the specified cargo volume metric at 24.8 cu ft. Interior passenger volume specifications were not provided for a definitive comparison.
What is the torque output difference, if specified?
The provided specifications only list the torque for the Nissan ARIYA, which is 221 lb-ft. Torque figures for the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron were not supplied in the base model data, making a direct comparison impossible.
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