Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Engine configuration | Horsepower | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | In-Line | — | — |
| 2022 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | HR16DE | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | Inline-4 | 122 hp | 114 lb-ft |
| 2021 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | 4x2 | — | — | — |
| 2018 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | GVWR | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Entertainment system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | 2 | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | 2 | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 253 | 29.2 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.1 | 16 | 16 | — |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 716 | 25.3 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.1 | 16 | 16 | — |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.1 | 17 | 17 | CD + Stereo |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 716 | 25.3 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.1 | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2024 Nissan Kicks SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Nissan Kicks Later Release SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Nissan Kicks SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2021 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Nissan Kicks SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard |
| 2020 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2020 Nissan Kicks SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Nissan Kicks SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | 2018 Nissan Kicks SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | standard |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2024
NewestThe 2024 Nissan Kicks presents a generally average reliability profile.
2023
The 2023 Nissan Kicks offers good fuel economy and solid safety scores, making it a practical choice.
2022
The 2022 Nissan Kicks presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls or complaints, making it a low-risk used purchase.
2021
The 2021 Nissan Kicks offers good fuel economy and a solid safety rating, but buyers must confirm the electric power steering recall has been properly addressed.
2020
The 2020 Nissan Kicks presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints in NHTSA data.
2019
The 2019 Nissan Kicks offers good overall reliability and excellent fuel economy, making it a sensible used car choice.
2018
The 2018 Nissan Kicks offers good fuel economy and a comfortable ride, but a high number of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) warrants careful inspection.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Nissan Kicks?
Carfocal currently has 7 published Kicks reports, covering 2018 through 2024. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2024 Nissan Kicks presents a generally average reliability profile.
Published year coverage: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.
Is the Nissan Kicks reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Nissan Kicks. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2024 nissan kicks presents a generally average reliability profile. and the 2024 nissan kicks can represent reasonable value for buyers prioritizing fuel economy and basic utility. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
7 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Nissan Kicks?
Across Carfocal's published Kicks guides, recurring problem areas include Driver's Side Frontal Airbag Inflator, CVT Transmission, and Brake System Components (Pads, Rotors). The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Driver's Side Frontal Airbag Inflator, CVT Transmission, and Brake System Components (Pads, Rotors).
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 7
- Years tracked
- 7
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints