Nissan Kicks: An Overview by Model Year

Nissan Kicks compact SUV

 

Interested in a capable subcompact SUV to drive in Victorville, Apple Valley, Hesperia and the surrounding areas? The Nissan Kicks has changed from year to year, so this overview walks through the 2027, 2026 and 2025 model years. Contact our dealership in Victorville to test-drive a new Nissan Kicks and ask about current lease and finance information. 

 

 

Why Is the Nissan Kicks a Smart Choice for City Drivers?

The Nissan Kicks is ideal for city driving due to its relatively small size and lightweight body. It is also celebrated as a nimble, responsive vehicle ideal for fitting in tight parking spaces and navigating sharp corners. If you need a reliable vehicle for commuting to work in Apple Valley or running errands around Victorville, a Nissan Kicks could be your ideal choice. 

The 2027 Nissan Kicks: What to Know

Nissan offers the 2027 Kicks in S, SV and SR grades, with a choice between front-wheel drive and Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. Here is what Nissan’s press kit lists for the model year.

Engine and Drivetrain

  • Engine: 2.0L inline 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated
  • Horsepower: 141 hp at 6,000 rpm
  • Torque: 140 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm
  • Transmission: Xtronic
  • Drive modes: Normal, Eco and Sport, with a Snow mode on all-wheel-drive models

Rock Creek Package

The headline addition is the Rock Creek package, available on the SV. Nissan lists unique 17-inch wheels, standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, gloss-black exterior trim, amber daytime running lights and TailorFit-appointed seating with accent stitching. The package also adds Rear Automatic Braking, an HD Intelligent Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection, heated front seats, heated mirrors and rear heater ducts. Driver-assistance features have limitations, so see the Owner’s Manual for details.

Technology, Comfort and Cargo

  • Touchscreen: a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™, up to 4 USB-C ports and available wireless phone charging
  • SR grade: a touch-sensitive climate control panel, LED ambient lighting, a TailorFit-wrapped steering wheel, sport-inspired seats with red-black accent inserts and ProPILOT Assist
  • Also standard: Rear Door Alert and Easy-Fill Tire Alert
  • Ground clearance: Nissan lists 8.4 inches as best-in-class standard ground clearance
  • Cargo: up to 30 cubic feet with the rear seats raised or 60 cubic feet with them lowered, which Nissan calls best-in-class available rear cargo space
  • Wheels: 16-inch steel wheels with covers on the S, 17-inch steel wheels with covers on the SV and 17-inch alloy wheels on the SR, with larger alloy wheels available on some grades

Availability changes often, so contact us to ask about 2027 Kicks trims and timing.

The 2026 Nissan Kicks: What to Know

The 2026 Nissan Kicks keeps the same 2.0L four-cylinder, with Nissan listing 141 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque. Nissan lists up to 28 mpg city and 35 mpg highway, and actual mileage will vary. Nissan also notes 8.4 inches of standard ground clearance.

Comfort and Technology

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™
  • Available 12.3-inch dual high-resolution displays
  • NissanConnect® Wi-Fi Hotspot, which Nissan says connects up to seven compatible devices
  • Available Bose Personal® Plus audio system
  • Available 19-inch alloy wheels
  • ProPILOT Assist

Features vary by grade and package, so ask us which ones are on the Kicks you are considering.

Is the Nissan Kicks Big Enough for My Lifestyle?

Since the Nissan Kicks is a small SUV, whether it is large enough depends on your needs. Consider how many family members you typically drive around and what type of cargo you usually carry. Here are the cabin and cargo dimensions. 

Cabin Dimensions

  • Headroom without moonroof (front/rear): 39.7 inches / 38.5 inches
  • Headroom with moonroof (front/rear): 38.9 inches / 38.0 inches
  • Leg room (front/rear): 42.7 inches / 34.5 inches
  • Hip room (front/rear): 52.4 inches / 50.1 inches
  • Shoulder room (front/rear): 54.7 inches / 54.7 inches

Cargo Volume

S

  • Second-row seat upright: 30 cubic feet (FWD) / 23.9 cubic feet (AWD)
  • Second-row seat folded: 60.0 cubic feet (FWD) / 50.1 cubic feet (AWD)
  • Length to back of second row: 24.4 inches
  • Length to back of first row: 55.7 inches
  • Total passenger + cargo: 125.6 cubic feet (FWD) / 119.6 cubic feet (AWD)

SV

  • Second-row seat upright: 29.2 cubic feet (FWD) / 23.9 cubic feet (AWD)
  • Second-row seat folded: 58.5 cubic feet (FWD) / 50.1 cubic feet (AWD)
  • Length to back of second row: 24.4 inches
  • Length to back of first row: 55.7 inches
  • Total passenger + cargo: 124.9 cubic feet (FWD) / 119.6 cubic feet (AWD)

SR

  • Second-row seat upright: 29.2 cubic feet (FWD) / 23.9 cubic feet (AWD)
  • Second-row seat folded: 58.5 cubic feet (FWD) / 50.1 cubic feet (AWD)
  • Length to back of second row: 24.4 inches
  • Length to back of first row: 55.7 inches
  • Total passenger + cargo: 124.9 cubic feet (FWD) / 119.6 cubic feet (AWD)

The Nissan Kicks is a subcompact crossover that has been sold in the U.S. since 2018, and the 2025 model year was a major step forward for it. If you are shopping for a Kicks in Victorville, here is a look back at the 2025 Nissan Kicks from Valley Hi Nissan. 

The 2025 Nissan Kicks: What’s New?

The 2025 Nissan Kicks was the first Kicks to offer the option of Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. AWD models have an additional “Snow” driving mode designed for slippery surfaces. Nissan also lists best-in-class standard ground clearance of 8.4 inches, so the Kicks is ready for inclement weather and rough terrain. 

For the interior, Nissan applied the Zero Gravity™ seating design to both rows of seating, which helps increase comfort by more efficiently distributing weight and pressure across passengers’ bodies. A new-generation moonroof with a thinner, less obtrusive design adds to the sense of space. Nissan also lists a best-in-class standard cargo volume of 60.0 cubic feet when the rear seats are lowered, plus a hidden storage compartment below the trunk floor for extra cargo space.

Drivers could also choose optional features such as heated seats, heated steering or a 10-speaker Bose® audio system, available only through various Premium Packages. Separate Premium Packages were offered for the FWD and AWD variants of the SV and SR trims. Contact us to learn more! 

2025 Nissan Kicks Engine Specs 

The 2025 Nissan Kicks lineup runs on a 2.0L inline 4-cylinder engine. This engine produces more power and torque than the 2024 model and is paired with an Xtronic transmission. Here is a quick comparison of the 2024 and 2025 Kicks:

2024 Nissan Kicks

  • Engine: 1.6L 4-cylinder
  • Horsepower: 122 hp
  • Torque: 114 lb-ft of torque

2025 Nissan Kicks

  • Engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder
  • Horsepower: 141 hp
  • Torque: 140 lb-ft of torque

2025 Nissan Kicks: Trim Levels

The 2025 Nissan Kicks was offered in three trims: the S, SV and SR. All trims came with standard FWD or optional AWD.

  • 2025 Nissan Kicks S (FWD/AWD)
  • 2025 Nissan Kicks SV (FWD/AWD)
  • 2025 Nissan Kicks SR (FWD/AWD)

Our finance team can answer your questions, and you can see if you prequalify online. 

Learn More About the Nissan Kicks with Valley Hi Nissan! 

Ask our team about financing and leasing, as well as current pricing and availability, on the Nissan Kicks. Visit us in Victorville to test-drive a Kicks and see which model year fits the way you drive.

Test-Drive a Nissan Kicks at Valley Hi Nissan Today

Are you ready to get behind the wheel of a Nissan Kicks at our dealership? Do you have any Nissan Kicks lease or finance questions for our team? Call 760-241 1700 or contact us online today. For more informative reads about Nissan vehicles, please browse our manufacturer research.


 

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