[atreis]

I think it's more likely that EV prices overall will stay flat, going down relative to inflation but not down in absolute numbers, over the next few years as competition heats up and production capacity improves. It's definitely an interesting time in the car world.

BTW, I also carry a lot of RC gear in my car, so a decent-sized flat load floor is important. For me, it's planes.

 

[atreis]

The EV prices will go down once more competition enters the space and the Chinese brands make it to US shores.

They're already here (Polestar) and not inexpensive. There's also Vinfast, which is Vietnamese but has similar labor costs, and they're also not inexpensive (or very good judging by reviews). XPeng and BYD are likely coming, but once they've been modified to meet US regulations, invested in appropriate facilities (showrooms, service arrangements, etc.), shipped them, been taxed for importation, or built here if they're going to do that, I'm skeptical that they'll be significantly less expensive than other options and likely more expensive than GM. I think it's going to continue to be hard to beat GM for price-competitive EVs.

We’re are starting to see that now with Tesla dropping prices on there vehicles.

As someone else speculated, it wouldn't surprise me at all if this Tesla price drop proves to be temporary. While it's here though it certainly does make the Model Y more attractive! I like the Ariya better and can afford it so am sticking with my reservation, but if I didn't already have one on the way I'd seriously consider the Model Y. IMO, Nissan needs to consider a price decrease for the Ariya and also move production to the US so that it qualifies for incentives.

 

[atreis]

Anyone know if Nissan has a heat pump on the Ariya.

Yes, all trims come with a heat pump standard.

On the rest, we'll just have to wait and see what happens. It's definitely interesting times for cars.

 

[atreis]

You have link or source confirming this?

Nissan calls it "hybrid heater system" for both the Ariya and the Leaf. It's a heat pump with resistance heater backup for when temperatures are too low for a heat pump to work effectively.

The hybrid heater system is listed in one of the brochures, shown here:

Brochure on the Ariya

Is there a brochure on the Ariya available? There is nothing on the Nissan USA website. Thanks!

www.ariyaforums.com

(A little over halfway down the right side.)

It's also mentioned (as heat pump) in reviews such as this one: 10 Reasons Why The Nissan Ariya EV Is a Game Changer