LIVING WITH A $60,000 NISSAN ARIYA EV

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After a week of living with the Nissan Ariya Platinum Plus e-Force, the reviewer finds it to be a very good mainstream EV crossover, leaning towards luxury and premium feel rather than sportiness. While it offers a comfortable, quiet ride with good torque and impressive interior quality, materials, and tech, its driving dynamics are noted as having significant body roll, and the brake pedal feel is described as disconcerting. The reviewer highlights the attractive, modern exterior styling as more universally appealing than polarizing designs like the Ioniq 5 or the controversial Mustang Mach-E. Despite a 0-60 time of 4.8 seconds in sport mode not feeling as aggressive as some competitors, and a base front-wheel-drive setup being unusual for the segment, the Ariya's standout feature is its luxurious interior. With a price point around $60,000 for the top-tier Platinum Plus trim, it's considered a worthy contender, especially for those prioritizing comfort, premium materials, and advanced features over outright sportiness, though the reviewer personally leans towards the Hyundai Ioniq 5 in the segment.