Nissan’s long-awaited Ariya electric SUV has officially arrived in Australia, and the brand is marking the milestone with a limited-time bonus. The first 400 customers will receive a complimentary 22 kW on-board AC charger.

This incentive comes as Nissan begins local deliveries of its newest EV, signalling the company’s strongest push yet into the Australian electric SUV segment.

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Early buyers get premium charging tech

The 22 kW AC unit allows a full recharge of lower-spec Ariya models in around three hours, that is up to three time faster than a standard 7.4 kW system. In order to take advantage of the full output, you must have access to three-phase power. Many public AC chargers are capable of up to 22kW charging, allowing a a full re-charge within 3 to 4 hours, depending on the model. Most residential dwellings in Australia are single-phase, meaining, the charging input will be limited to 7.4 kW.

Ordinarily, this charging hardware is standard only on the Evolve e-4orce variant, which sits at the top of the lineup. For other versions, it’s either unavailable (Engage and Advance) or sold as a $3,000 upgrade (Advance+).

Nissan says the free charger will be available to the first 400 orders placed before the end of September, or until the allocation runs out. After that, the lower trims will revert to their standard charging setup.

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Four trims, two batteries, and up to 504 km range.

The Ariya arrives in four variants, with a starting price of $55,840 before on-road costs. Two battery sizes are offered: 63 kWh and 87 kWh, giving a WLTP range between 385 km and 504 km, depending on trim and drivetrain. Customers can choose between 2WD and AWD setups.

All models feature dual screens (a 12.3-inch infotainment display and a 12.5-inch driver cluster), Apple CarPlay (wireless), and Android Auto (wired). Interior finishes vary by grade, with the flagship Evolve e-4orce distinguished by blue Nappa leather seating.

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Nissan Ariya – Australian pricing and key specs

Longer warranty than rivals

One standout for Australian buyers is Nissan’s warranty. The Ariya is backed by a 10-year / 300,000 km coverage if serviced within the Nissan dealer network. That’s well beyond the typical 5–7 years most carmakers offer for the vehicle, and longer than the standard 8-year battery warranty in the industry.

This extended support may prove a key selling point for families and long-distance drivers who value peace of mind.

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Orders open now

Nissan has confirmed orders can be placed online or through dealerships, with first deliveries already underway in September. With competition intensifying in the mid-size EV SUV space, the Ariya’s mix of price points, fast-charging offer, and warranty could help it carve out a strong early position.