i5 xDrive40 vs Ariya Premiere
BMW · Nissan
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Ariya Premiere beats the i5 xDrive40 by a hair, finishing 0.05 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Ariya Premiere thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Ariya Premiere is $67,000 vs $70,000 for the i5 xDrive40 — a $3,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Ariya Premiere is 0.10s quicker (5.2s vs 5.1s). Top speed: i5 xDrive40 runs to 205 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Ariya Premiere.
FAQ
Which is faster, the i5 xDrive40 or the Ariya Premiere?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Ariya Premiere is faster, beating the i5 xDrive40 by 0.05 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the i5 xDrive40 vs the Ariya Premiere?
The i5 xDrive40 hits 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, while the Ariya Premiere does it in 5.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The i5 xDrive40 produces 389 hp; the Ariya Premiere produces 389 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The i5 xDrive40 tops out at 205 km/h, and the Ariya Premiere reaches 200 km/h.
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