The entry-level Kicks S comes well-equipped for its price point. It sports 16-inch steel wheels, LED lighting, and a sleek black exterior trim. Inside, drivers will find a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and infotainment system, along with essentials like power windows, locks, and Nissan's Intelligent Key with push-button start.
Safety features abound in the base model. Nissan has included Intelligent Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Warning, and Lane Departure Warning. The Kicks S also boasts High Beam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Intelligent Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection.
Stepping up to the Kicks SV at $23,680 adds some nice upgrades. The exterior gets 17-inch steel wheels, rear privacy glass, and body-color mirrors and door handles. The interior sees a significant tech boost with a 12.3-inch infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a wireless smartphone charger. SiriusXM satellite radio, LED lighting, and two-tone stitching round out the SV's enhancements.
The top-tier Kicks SR, priced at $26,180, pulls out all the stops. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and features special headlights, a painted grille, and roof rails. The cabin gets a major upgrade with two-tone cloth and leatherette sport seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and faux carbon fiber trim with orange contrast stitching. Tech features include a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a six-speaker audio system, and ambient lighting.
The SR also adds Nissan's ProPILOT Assist system, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Intersection Assist, and Traffic Sign Recognition. An Intelligent AroundView Monitor with Moving Object Detection gives drivers a bird's-eye view of their surroundings.
Under the hood, all Kicks models pack a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 141 hp and 140 lb-ft of torque. Power flows through an Xtronic continuously variable transmission to the front wheels as standard.
For the first time, Nissan offers all-wheel drive as an option on the 2025 Kicks. This feature will cost buyers an extra $1,500 or $1,650, depending on the trim level chosen.
Source: Nissan