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Nissan unveils electric SUV Ariya, aims to revamp image since Ghosn scandal

The Ariya is set to go on sale in Japan by the middle of next year, and in Europe, North America and China by the end of 2021

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It will cost about 5 million yen ($46,000) and will be competing against the Tesla Model Y, which now sells for between $43,690 and $53,690 in the US

AP | PTI Tokyo

4 min read Last Updated : Jul 15 2020 | 2:31 PM IST

Nissan unveiled an electric crossover vehicle Wednesday, the Japanese automaker's first major all-new model since getting embroiled in the scandal surrounding its former chairman, Carlos Ghosn.

At its global premiere in Yokohama, Japan, the new vehicle, Ariya was billed as a new chapter for Nissan. The event was held online because of the coronavirus pandemic.

I can tell you this is a no-compromise car, Nissan Chief Executive Makoto Uchida said, stressing the Ariya symbolises the company turning a new leaf in its business, culture and products.

You have to drive it to feel it, said Uchida.

The Ariya is set

Topics : Nissan nissan electric vehicles Carlos Ghosn Electric SUVs

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