Nissan ARIYA's e-4ORCE Motor System Bags a Spot in Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems of 2023

The Nissan ARIYA has added another feather to its cap by earning a spot on the "Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems" list for 2023, thanks to its innovative e-4ORCE all-wheel drive system. The award underscores the ARIYA's credibility as an industry-leading electric vehicle, coming hot on the heels of Wards' acknowledgment of the model for one of the 10 Best Interiors & UX earlier this year.

Nissan has a long history of garnering accolades from Wards. The 2023 win marks the company's 20th award since Wards commenced its recognition of exceptional automotive powertrain engineering in 1995. The ARIYA's honor follows another milestone for Nissan; in 2011, its LEAF became the first electric vehicle powertrain to make the list.

e-4ORCE is not just a fancy name. The dual motor system enables exceptional drivability, particularly crucial for family vehicles. According to Drew Winter, a WardsAuto contributing editor and judge for the Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems, the technology excels not just in quick launches but also in higher-speed passing, an area where some battery electric vehicles (BEVs) lag. Christie Schweinsberg, another judge and Wards intelligence analyst, highlights the ARIYA's smooth and quiet performance even when the accelerator is floored, particularly in Sport mode.

So, what exactly is e-4ORCE? It's a system that uses dual electric motors to power all four wheels. The "e" signifies Nissan's commitment to 100% electric motor drive systems, while "4ORCE" (pronounced 'force') embodies the physical power and energy, with the numeral "4" indicating all-wheel control. The technology provides drivers with better handling by optimally managing power output and braking performance, thereby delivering a smooth and stable driving experience over various road surfaces.

Selection for the Wards award involved rigorous testing by a panel of seasoned journalists, who evaluated 32 all-new or substantially revised propulsion systems this year based on multiple criteria, including horsepower, torque, and efficiency.

In summary, the Nissan ARIYA's latest honor is a testament to the automaker's design, technology, performance, and sustainability ethos. With its e-4ORCE all-wheel drive system, the ARIYA offers a compelling blend of power, range, and advanced driving assistance technologies, making it an attractive choice for a wide range of driving scenarios.