We’re about to test the latest and greatest Nissan Kicks, and we’ll answer your questions ahead of time
- Nissan’s new 2025 Kicks adds AWD, more power, and more tech, but costs more.
- The subcompact starts at $23,220 and can cost more than $32,000 when equipped with options and all-wheel drive.
- Power comes from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 141 horsepower and 140 pound-feet of torque.
The small car market may not be the most exciting, but the products keep getting better. Now, Nissan is launching the all-new 2025 Kicks, and it looks to be a huge upgrade over the previous generation. We’re about to drive it, but before we do, we want to know what you want to know about the newest small crossover on the market.
First, let’s talk about power. The new Kicks is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 141 horsepower (105 kilowatts) and 140 pound-feet (189 Newton-meters) of torque. It puts that power to the ground via a continuously variable transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, but the Kicks is available with all-wheel drive for the first time.
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The range spans three trims. The base S keeps things basic, with 16-inch wheels, LED exterior lighting, cloth upholstery, and a 7-inch infotainment system. Oh, and don’t expect any Android Auto or Apple CarPlay at this price point — Nissan wants you to stick with Bluetooth only. The mid-level SV, on the other hand, adds those basics to the mix with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, tinted rear windows, and body-color door handles, all mounted on 17-inch steel wheels.
Then there’s the SR trim — the fancy one. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and comes with gloss black mirror caps with integrated turn signals, roof rails, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Inside, you’ll find faux leather upholstery, four USB-C ports, and a 12.3-inch driver information display.
Now, here’s where things get interesting. The prices vary widely, as the Kicks starts at a fairly modest $21,830, or $23,220, plus a $1,390 destination charge, but if you have a taste for something a little more refined, the top-of-the-line all-wheel-drive SR starts at $27,680, or $29,070, plus destination. If you’re a little too obsessed with the click Configuratoryou could end up with a Kicks that costs over $32,000. That’s right, $32,000 for a subcompact crossover. Let’s think about that for a second. That’s a lot of money for a car in this class.
So, before we take it for a test drive, what would you like to know about Nissan’s newest subcompact crossover? Drop your question in the comments, and we’ll get back to you faster than a Kicks can accelerate to 60 mph — well, maybe a little faster than that.
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