2020 Nissan Kicks | Price, Features and Performance

2020 Nissan Kicks | Price, Features and Performance

Posted on January 29, 2020

A stylish exterior, a well-appointed interior, and exceptional fuel economy make the new 2020 Nissan Kicks one of the most popular subcompact SUVs on the market today. The Nissan Kicks features one of the largest cargo capacities in its class, as well as an ample list of standard amenities. Nissan offers the 2020 Kicks in three trims - S, SV, and SR. MSRPs start at $21,113 for the base S models and top out at $25,013 for the exceptionally well-equipped SR editions.

Fun To Drive

The standard NissanConnect infotainment comes with a 178-mm touchscreen display, Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling and music streaming, and a six-speaker AM/FM sound system. All Nissan infotainment systems also include Siri Eyes Free, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay integration. SV and SR models come with factory-installed SiriusXM satellite radio. SR buyers have the option to add an eight-speaker Bose Personal Plus audio system with Ultranearfield Driver Headrest speakers.

Loaded With Creature Comforts

All Kicks models come standard with air conditioning with an in-cabin microfilter, power windows with one-touch up/down, power doors with an auto-locking feature, and push-button start. Variable Intermittent windshield wipers, an intermittent rear windshield wiper, and a tilt and telescoping steering column also come standard on all Kicks trims. SV and SR trims add Automatic Climate Control, rear-passenger under seat heat ducts, Remote Engine Start, and Nissan Intelligent Key. Leather upholstery comes standard on SR models, while S and SV editions get premium cloth seating surfaces. Heated front seats are optional on the Kicks SR trim.

A Top Performer

As expected, the Kicks gets excellent fuel economy in all settings. Highway numbers come in at 6.6 L/100km and 7.7 L/100km in the city. Nissan offers all 2020 Kicks models with a 122-HP, 1.6-Litre, DOHC 16-Valve 4-cylinder engine. The thrifty I-4 uses a dual-injector system and continuously variable valve timing on both intake and exhaust valves. All models feature the same XTronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) as well as front-wheel drivetrains. The new Kicks employs independent strut front suspension, torsion beam rear suspension, a front stabilizer bar, and electric power-steering for ride control. All models come with intelligent auto headlights and power side mirrors. SV and SR trims add heated side mirrors, roof rails, and body-coloured outside door handles.

Exceptionally Safe

A wealth of traditional and advanced driver-assist technologies combined with the Nissan Intelligent Mobility suite of safety features, provide exceptional safety for the new Kicks. Standard driver-assist technologies include Automatic Emergency Braking with rear pedestrian detection, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. High Beam Assist, Vehicle Dynamic Control, Traction Control, a rear sonar system, and a rearview monitor (Intelligent Around View monitor on SR models) also come standard on every new Nissan Kicks. Nissan's Advanced Airbag System includes driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental airbags, supplemental front airbags, and dual-stage supplemental driver and front passenger airbags.