2025 Nissan Kicks

There are three available trims: the S, SV, and SR. The entry-level S comes equipped with 16-inch steel wheels, LED headlights with signature accents, and a black V-motion grille with chrome accents. Upgrades on the SV include 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels, black roof rails, and chrome door handles. The SR adds 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, silver roof rails, LED fog lights, and a dark chrome V-motion grille with red accents. All trims benefit from the increased dimensions, measuring 171.9 inches in length, 70.9 inches in width, and 64.2 inches in height.

The 2025 Kicks features a new 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine across all trim levels, generating 141 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 140 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm. A continuously variable transmission provides smooth acceleration. The Kicks is also now available in all-wheel drive as an option on all trims alongside the standard front-wheel drive configuration.

The Kicks delivers responsive handling through its independent strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension setup. The SR trim adds electric power steering with a sport mode for enhanced driver engagement. All models include Nissan's Active Ride Control and Intelligent Trace Control for improved stability and cornering performance. The Kicks delivers impressive efficiency ratings of 27 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 30 mpg combined. With 8.4 inches of ground clearance across all trims, the Kicks is a capable crossover SUV for urban adventures and light off-road use.

Every 2025 Kicks comes standard with an 8-inch touch-screen display and a 7-inch advanced drive-assist display. The S and SV feature cloth seat trim, while the SR upgrades to sport cloth seats with orange accents. All models include Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration and Zero Gravity seats for superior comfort. The SV and SR trims add automatic climate control, an Intelligent Key system with push-to-start technology, and remote start capability. Other premium options include a panoramic sunroof and a Bose audio system. Interior space has been expanded with increases in front shoulder room by 1.7 inches, rear knee room by 0.9 inches, and rear shoulder room by 1.5 inches. Cargo capacity has grown to 30 cubic feet, up from 25.3 cubic feet in the previous model.

Nissan prioritizes safety with standard features across all trims. These include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear automatic braking, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, and high beam assist. Technologies such as intelligent cruise control, intelligent lane intervention, blind-spot intervention, and a 360-degree camera are available on select trims.