Bitche Original This time I came to Qinhuangdao to test drive the Dongfeng Nissan pure electric SUV-Nissan Ariya. This new car, positioned as "Nissan's pure electric all-round flagship", is built on the CMF-EV new pure electric platform. Can its driving control and riding experience surprise consumers? How does it perform in terms of technology, security, and performance? Let’s take a look.
The content structure of this article
- Quickly understand Nissan Ariya
- Venue control experience
- Social road driving experience
- Vehicle NVH performance
- Appearance
- Interior space
- Summary analysis
1. Quickly understand the Nissan Ariya
As early as September 2020, Nissan released the all-electric crossover SUV model-Nissan Ariya at the Beijing Auto Show. After two years of careful preparation, it is currently expected to be officially launched on the 28th of this month.
The length, width and height of the new car are 4603*1900*1654mm, and the wheelbase reaches 2775mm. It is a standard compact pure electric SUV. It is available in single-motor front-wheel drive and dual-motor four-wheel drive versions. The dual-motor four-wheel drive version is zero. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 mph in 5 seconds, and the single-motor front-wheel drive version of CLTC has a range of 623km.
2. Field control experience
First let me talk about my conclusion after the test drive. The Nissan Ariya is quiet, comfortable and does not cause motion sickness. It is easy and flexible and the chassis is stable.
In a closed venue, I experienced the power and control of the dual-motor version of the Nissan Ariya. The power adjustment is different from most electric vehicles on sale. During full throttle, the output of the peak torque of the motor can be stable. Maintaining the same level, the moment of starting is gentler than that of traditional trams, allowing passengers to have a comfortable riding experience.
The biggest highlight of Nissan Ariya is that it is equipped with Nissan’s e-4ORCE dual-motor all-wheel control technology specially developed for electric vehicles.
The dual-motor four-wheel drive version is equipped with an electric-excited synchronous motor with a maximum power of 160kW and a peak torque of 300N·m at the front and rear. This means that the vehicle can produce a maximum torque of 600N·m.
Currently, officials have revealed that the Nissan Ariya can accelerate from zero to 100 mph in 5 seconds. For a household electric car, this level of power is really good.
With the blessing of this technology, the power output of the front and rear wheels can be intelligently adjusted from 100:0 to 0:100. Therefore, the Nissan Ariya can handle a variety of usage scenarios and road conditions, making it easier for the front and rear wheels to obtain good results. The grip enables precise vehicle control.
About electrically excited synchronous motors,It is independently developed by Nissan and uses excitation coils instead of permanent magnets. By adjusting the amount of electricity flowing into the excitation coils in the motor, it achieves good efficiency and performance in different driving scenarios.
It can be said that the electric excitation synchronous motor is a combination of the permanent magnet synchronous motor and the AC asynchronous motor, which is similar to the Nissan VC-TURBO variable compression ratio engine. It can satisfy both high performance and low energy consumption.
While driving around the field, I can feel that the Nissan Ariya has good directivity, and the tracking performance of the rear of the car is also very good. The support of the rear section of the suspension is very good, allowing you to do it boldly and confidently. Show intense driving action. During my test drive, I measured the maximum lateral acceleration of 0.73g through the P-GEAR tester, and my media friends who were traveling with me achieved a maximum result of 0.77g, which is a good result for a family SUV.
3. Social road driving experience
When it came to the test drive on social roads, I experienced the single-motor version. The CLTC has a maximum cruising range of 623km. The long-lasting version is more suitable for family transportation. The battery pack is produced by CATL’s dedicated line and has good guarantees in terms of safety and battery life.
I also recorded the power consumption level of urban roads under full load conditions. There were four men in the test car with luggage and the 22°C automatic air conditioning was turned on, and they followed the fleet in standard driving mode.
The total driving mileage is 25.5km, the cruising range consumption is 42km, the average speed of the whole journey is 41km/h, and the average power consumption is 18.0kWh/100km.
If it is driven by a single person, the power consumption level can be reduced to 13.6kWh/100km. The Nissan Ariya is equipped with a heat pump air conditioner, and I am even more looking forward to its winter endurance performance.
As for the dual-motor four-wheel drive model, the official comprehensive power consumption per 100 kilometers is 18.7kWh/100km. It is also equipped with a 90kWh battery and has a CLTC cruising range of up to 559km. I also look forward to getting a test drive soon for in-depth testing, so remember to follow me first.
Nissan Ariya provides drivers with a single-pedal mode. The driving experience in this mode is similar to Tesla's single-pedal. With the support of e-4orce technology, it provides strong kinetic energy recovery and smooth driving. The deceleration effect improves efficiency while making it less likely to cause dizziness.
Nissan Ariya provides three driving modes to choose from: economy, standard and sport.
When driving in the standard mode, there is no strong pushing feeling when accelerating from the start. The power is continuously output linearly, and it still has good power performance at high speeds.
This brings two benefits. It is easy for fuel vehicle drivers toI got used to it, and it’s not easy to feel the dizziness caused by the acceleration of traditional trams.
In sports mode, the Nissan Ariya's power response becomes much more sensitive, and its power level is similar to that of an SUV with a 2.0T engine.
As for the economic mode, the power response of the Nissan Ariya is really the same as that of the Sylphy. There is no driving passion and no pursuit of power performance. Just one word, stability.
The steering feel of Nissan Ariya is heavy, which is different from most electric cars. There will be a certain damping feeling when driving a new car, but the steering wheel is not heavy and tiring, and the turning process is smooth. With some drag feeling, I believe users who like traditional off-road vehicles will like this adjustment very much.
The Nissan Ariya's chassis has a strong integrity, the suspension is tuned to be firm, and the chassis' vibration filtering is very good, and it has a certain sense of isolation from the road surface. It can quickly handle bumps on the road, and the impact you can feel is cushioned, so the chassis feels high-end.
I asked Nissan’s technical experts, and the reply I got was that there are three reasons why Nissan Ariya can do well in terms of ride comfort:
1. Nissan has made a new design for the Ariya's MacPherson strut front suspension, and used an aluminum alloy lower swing arm to reduce weight. It has also re-adjusted the K value of the spring, as well as the toe angle and camber angle. and other important parameters have been adjusted. This is helpful for both large rim sizes and a tight turning radius.
The Nissan Ariya single-motor two-wheel drive version tested used Dunlop's SP SPORT MAXX tires with specifications 235/55 R19. Thicker tires are helpful for shock absorption.
2. Nissan Ariya has higher body rigidity, which can improve the vibration filtering performance of the vehicle to a certain extent.
3. It is equipped with ultra-high-precision motor torque control technology, which can achieve 1/10,000 second adjustment. Therefore, when encountering potholes, the torque output of the motor changes instantaneously, without causing sudden changes in power, ensuring a smooth ride. Comfort.
Another aspect of the Nissan Ariya's riding experience is that the seats are very supportive and comfortable. The "Nissan big sofa" is still a good selling point of the model, and it makes long-distance driving less prone to fatigue.
4. Vehicle NVH performance
What surprised me about this test drive experience was the excellent sound insulation of the Nissan Ariya. The new car uses double-layer laminated glass in the front row, and a large amount of sound-insulating and sound-absorbing materials are used in the wheel arches of the chassis.
The test drive happened to be arranged in a seaside city and encountered typhoon weather. However, the vehicle speed was within 80km/h, and the quietness of the cabin was quite good. In addition to suppressing wind noise well,It even blocks out road noise at medium and low speeds. Sitting in the back row, I feel like I'm sitting in a "mobile home".
Summary of driving experience:
Nissan Ariya adopts front MacPherson independent suspension + rear multi-link independent suspension, and brings a chassis adjustment with good smoothness and strong sense of weight. The supple power output provides good comfort. experience. Users who like strong power performance can choose the dual-motor four-wheel drive version. Users who value the cost-effectiveness and long-range performance of the model are better off buying the motor front-wheel drive version.
5. Appearance review
Next, let’s briefly review the appearance. The Nissan Ariya remains consistent with the overseas version in terms of styling. The Nissan Ariya uses a closed grille, combined with the narrow headlights on both sides, making the front face look full of futurism.
The Nissan Ariya has many popular elements in its design, including fastback design, suspended roof, rear spoiler, through-type taillights, large-size low-wind resistance wheels, etc.
6. Interior space
In terms of interior, Nissan Ariya adopts a design style full of oriental aesthetics. The central control area of the new car is simple, and the large horizontal wood grain veneer can reflect the elegant home atmosphere.
Nissan designed the Ariya's front legroom to be pass-through, which not only allows for more storage space, but also makes it easier for drivers to move to the right side and get out of the car when parking in a narrow parking space. When I first saw the design of this car, I almost mistaken it for an MPV model.
The eye-catching design of the new car includes the island design at the center armrest of the vehicle. The armrest becomes front and rear movable and can be adjusted steplessly by the motor. The maximum moving distance is up to 150mm to adapt to drivers of different sizes and change different usage scenarios. .
The wood grain decorative panel in the Nissan Ariya is very distinctive. Virtual buttons are mapped on the decorative panel and have vibration feedback. These buttons use self-illumination to enhance recognition when the car is on, and are well hidden when not powered on. This design gives people a sense of integration of technology and nature, making it eye-catching for first-time users.
Dual 12.3-inch Dalian screens are placed on the center console of the new car. The instrument panel and the central control screen are connected by a curved surface, and there are touch buttons at the middle connection, which enhances the sense of class.
The display effect of the central control screen of the new car is pretty good. The most obvious shortcoming is that the functionality of the car and the intelligent voice function are not easy to use. In this aspect of user experience, independent brands still have more advantages.
In terms of space, Nissan Ariya adopts a body design with a long wheelbase, short front overhang and short rear overhang, making the effective room in the car 1844mm long. In addition, the advantage of an electric vehicle’s flat floor is that the carThe interior seating space is very spacious and has a practical area.
As for storage space, the front row storage space of Nissan Ariya is mainly reflected in the front row through-type design. There is a hidden storage compartment under the central control screen of the new car, and there is also a traditional glove box in the passenger seat. I think this space storage concept is the same as that in Japanese-style houses, taking into account the maximum balance of neatness and practicality.
The single-motor front-wheel drive model tested has a flat trunk space design that supports two-layer expansion of the floor, and there is still some storage space at the bottom.
The Nissan Ariya does not have a front trunk space. The front compartment is mainly used for motors, electronic controls and OBC car chargers. Judging from the real shots, the front part of the Nissan Ariya also reserves a large amount of collision buffer space, leaving enough space for the battery heat dissipation in the battery compartment.
As for the issue of placing charging ports on the fenders on both sides of the front, I consulted Nissan’s technical experts and the reply was that the current three-electric technology of Nissan Yuntu pure electric platform inherited the basis of Nissan LEAF, so it remains The design of the charging socket on the front of the car. When it comes to technically changing it to the rear to better adapt to the domestic parking situation, it will still take a little longer.
In terms of charging performance, Nissan Ariya uses a 400V voltage platform, with a fast charging time of 40 minutes for 30%-80% of the battery, and a standard charging (AC 220V, 32A) time of 14 hours.
7. Summary:
After a test drive experience, I feel that the Nissan Ariya embodies the soft beauty of oriental aesthetics in every aspect. The design and performance adjustment are not radical. In terms of interior space, you can also experience the benefits of home storage. It is really practical among traditional joint venture brands. It is rare.
New cars have advantages in terms of space practicality and ride comfort, but there is still room for improvement in smart car devices and voice control.
The last point is about the price of new cars. The answer will be revealed in another week. The Nissan Ariya is known as the "Japanese brand's most popular electric car". Will it be widely welcomed by consumers? Please stay tuned.