Nissan ARIYA vs Honda Accord
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The Nissan ARIYA starts from $54,990 before on-road costs, while the Honda Accord opens at $57,900. That makes the Nissan ARIYA the more affordable entry point by $2,910.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $60,489 and $63,690 respectively.
The Nissan ARIYA qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Honda Accord, as a petrol model, does not qualify.
Safety Rundown
Both the Nissan ARIYA and Honda Accord hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Honda Accord packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 7 in the Nissan ARIYA.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Nissan ARIYA and 8 in the Honda Accord. The Nissan ARIYA adds a 360-degree camera that the Honda Accord misses.
Feature Showdown
The Nissan ARIYA features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Honda Accord gets a 12.3-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Nissan ARIYA stands out with head-up display and heated front seats that you will not find on the Honda Accord. The Honda Accord counters with Bose audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Nissan ARIYA uses a Electric producing 160kW and 300Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.5 seconds.
The Honda Accord responds with a Hybrid making 135kW and 315Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.8 seconds.
The Nissan ARIYA has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 135kW. In the real-world sprint, the Nissan ARIYA is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Nissan ARIYA measures 4,595mm long on a 2,775mm wheelbase, 380mm shorter than the Honda Accord at 4,975mm (2,830mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Honda Accord generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 466L in the Nissan ARIYA and 473L in the Honda Accord, giving the Honda Accord a 7L advantage.
0Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.0m to 11.4m
Based on 11.0m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.4m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Warranty: 5 years / 300,000km (Nissan ARIYA) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda Accord). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Honda Accord).
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Nissan ARIYA if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, or prefer Nissan's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Honda Accord if: You need more boot space, or prefer Honda's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Nissan ARIYA takes 4 of 6 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Nissan ARIYA and Honda Accord?
The Nissan ARIYA is the cheapest at $54,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Honda Accord by $2,910.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Honda Accord uses the least fuel at 4.9L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Nissan ARIYA and Honda Accord all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Honda Accord has the largest boot at 473L.
Which can tow the most?
The Honda Accord has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,000kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Nissan ARIYA makes the most power at 160kW. The Nissan ARIYA is quickest to 100km/h in 7.5s.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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