- Nissan’s new 2025 Kicks adds AWD, more power, and higher tech but costs more.
- Starting at $23,220, the subcompact can exceed $32,000 with options and AWD.
- Power comes from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, delivering 141 hp and 140 lb-ft.
The subcompact car segment might not be the most exciting but the offerings are getting better all of the time. Now, Nissan is launching an all-new Kicks for 2025 and it appears to be a huge upgrade compared to the previous generation. We’re about to drive it, but before we do, we want to know what you want to learn about the newest small crossover on the market.
To kick things off, let’s talk about power. The new Kicks uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that pumps out 141 horsepower (105 kW) and 140 lb-ft (189 Nm) of torque. It sends that power to the ground through a continuously variable transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard but all-wheel drive is also available for the first time in a Kicks.
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The lineup spans three trims. The base S keeps things, well, 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 settle for Bluetooth. The mid-tier SV, on the other hand, throws in those essentials along with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, tinted rear windows, and body-colored door handles, all sitting atop 17-inch steel wheels.
Then there’s the SR trim—the fancy one. It rolls on 17-inch alloy wheels and throws in 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. Pricing spans quite a distance, as the Kicks starts at a fairly modest $21,830 or $23,220 with the $1,390 destination fee, but if you’ve got a taste for the finer things, the top-tier SR with all-wheel drive starts at $27,680 or $29,070 with destination. And if you get a little too click-happy in the configurator, you could end up with a Kicks that breaks the $32,000 mark. That’s right—$32k for a subcompact crossover. Just let that sink in. That’s a hefty chunk of change for a car in this segment.
So, before we take it for a spin, what do you want to know about this latest subcompact crossover from Nissan? Drop your questions in the comments, and we’ll get back to you faster than a Kicks can hit 60 mph—well, maybe a little faster than that.
