2026 Nissan Kicks

Crossover 5 seats 6 trims Budget SUVs Under $30,000

Starting MSRP

$22,430

to $28,160

About the 2026 Nissan Kicks

The 2026 Nissan Kicks enters the arena with a confident stance and an engaging proposition for the urban adventurer. While its 141 horsepower might seem modest, the responsive tuning of the 2.0L four-cylinder engine, paired with 140 lb-ft of torque, delivers spirited acceleration perfectly suited for weaving through city grids. Its compact footprint—just 171.9 inches long—belies a surprisingly capable package, especially considering the generous 30 cubic feet of cargo capacity available when the rear seats are stowed. Drivers will appreciate the agile handling fostered by its 104.6-inch wheelbase. Furthermore, the 2026 Nissan Kicks maintains excellent efficiency, returning a solid 31 MPG combined, making spirited drives economical.

Key Highlights

Impressive Cargo Utility

With 30 cubic feet of cargo capacity, the 2026 Nissan Kicks offers substantial room for gear or groceries, making it remarkably versatile for its compact crossover size.

Balanced Fuel Economy

Achieving 35 MPG on the highway and 31 MPG combined, the Kicks offers significant savings over its regular unleaded requirement across its six available trims.

Spacious Front Seating

Passengers up front benefit from generous proportions, boasting 42.7 inches of front legroom, ensuring comfort even on longer drives.

Nimble Urban Dimensions

Measuring only 171.9 inches long and 70.9 inches wide, the 2026 Nissan Kicks is engineered for effortless maneuvering and parking in tight metropolitan spaces.

Best For

Budget-Conscious Commuters - The Kicks delivers a strong 31 MPG combined efficiency while staying firmly planted in an affordable price range starting at $22,430.
Apartment Dwellers - Its 171.9-inch length and 70.9-inch width make the 2026 Nissan Kicks supremely easy to navigate and park in dense urban environments.
First-Time Crossover Buyers - Offering six distinct trims, buyers can easily find the right balance of features within the $22,430 to $28,160 MSRP spectrum.

Available Trims

Trim MSRP Drivetrain Horsepower MPG
S 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$22,430 front wheel drive 141 hp 31 mpg
S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$23,930 all wheel drive 141 hp 30 mpg
SR 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$26,660 front wheel drive 141 hp 31 mpg
SR 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$28,160 all wheel drive 141 hp 30 mpg
SV 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$24,170 front wheel drive 141 hp 31 mpg
SV 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$25,820 all wheel drive 141 hp 30 mpg
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Features Comparison

Feature
S 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
SR 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
SR 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
SV 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
SV 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
FeatureS 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)SR 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)SR 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)SV 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)SV 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Safety (33 features)
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel
Automatic Headlights
Blind Spot Monitor
Brake Assist
Daytime Running Lights
Driver Attention Alert
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags
Electronic Stability Control
Engine Immobilizer
Front Fog Lights
Front Head Airbags
Front Headrests222222
Front Height Adjustable Headrests
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
Headlight Delay-Off
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
LATCH System
LED Headlights
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
Rear Fixed Headrests
Rear Head Airbags
Rear Headrests333333
Rear Solid Disc Brakes
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Traction Control System
Engine (8 features)
Base Engine Displacement2.0 L2.0 L2.0 L2.0 L2.0 L2.0 L
Base Engine Typegasgasgasgasgasgas
Camshaft TypeDouble overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm141 hp @ 6000 rpm141 hp @ 6000 rpm141 hp @ 6000 rpm141 hp @ 6000 rpm141 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Cylindersinline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4
Number of Valves161616161616
Torque140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Variable Valve TimingVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariable
Drive Train (2 features)
Drivetrain Typefront wheel driveall wheel drivefront wheel driveall wheel drivefront wheel driveall wheel drive
Transmission Typecontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Fuel (5 features)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)333.2/416.5 mi.334.8/421.6 mi.333.2/416.5 mi.334.8/421.6 mi.333.2/416.5 mi.334.8/421.6 mi.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)28/35 MPG27/34 MPG28/35 MPG27/34 MPG28/35 MPG27/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)31 MPG30 MPG31 MPG30 MPG31 MPG30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity11.9 gal.12.4 gal.11.9 gal.12.4 gal.11.9 gal.12.4 gal.
Fuel Typeregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleaded
Warranty (4 features)
Basic Warranty3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty5 yr./ unlimited mi.5 yr./ unlimited mi.5 yr./ unlimited mi.5 yr./ unlimited mi.5 yr./ unlimited mi.5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Drivetrain Warranty5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Roadside Assistance3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Comfort & Convenience (25 features)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
Cruise Control
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel
Dual Vanity Mirrors
Electric Power Steering
Front Cupholders
Front Door Pockets
Front Parking Sensors
Front Seatback Storage
Front View Camera
Interior Air Filtration
Leather Steering Wheel
Push Button Start
Rear Cupholders
Rear Door Pockets
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Rear View Camera
Side View Camera
Single Zone Climate Control
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors
Universal Remote Transmitter
Wireless Charging Pad
In Car Entertainment (8 features)
AM/FM Stereo
Android Auto (Wireless)
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
Auxiliary Audio Input
Infotainment Display12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in
Satellite Radio
Speaker System446644
USB Port
Power Feature (4 features)
Heated Mirrors
Keyless Entry
One-Touch Power Windows222222
Remote Keyless Entry
Frontseats (10 features)
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments6-way6-way6-way6-way6-way6-way
Front Head Room39.7 in.39.7 in.39.7 in.39.7 in.39.7 in.39.7 in.
Front Hip Room52.4 in.52.4 in.52.4 in.52.4 in.52.4 in.52.4 in.
Front Leg Room42.7 in.42.7 in.42.7 in.42.7 in.42.7 in.42.7 in.
Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Shoulder Room54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments4-way4-way4-way4-way4-way4-way
Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Material: Leatherette/Cloth
Rearseats (5 features)
Rear Head Room38.5 in.38.5 in.38.5 in.38.5 in.38.5 in.38.5 in.
Rear Hip Room50.1 in.50.1 in.50.1 in.50.1 in.50.1 in.50.1 in.
Rear Leg Room34.5 in.34.5 in.34.5 in.34.5 in.34.5 in.34.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Tires and Wheels (5 features)
Tire Size215/60R16215/60R16215/60R17215/60R17215/60R17215/60R17
Tire TypeAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll Season
Wheel Cover TypeFullFullFullFull
Wheel MaterialSteelSteelAlloyAlloySteelSteel
Wheel Size16 x 6.5 in16 x 6.5 in17 x 7.0 in17 x 7.0 in17 x 7.0 in17 x 7.0 in
Suspension (4 features)
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Suspension TypeIndependentIndependentIndependent
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Instrumentation (4 features)
Clock
External Temperature Display
Tachometer
Trip Computer
Measurements (14 features)
Angle of Approach18.0 degrees18.0 degrees18.0 degrees18.0 degrees18.0 degrees18.0 degrees
Angle of Departure29.5 degrees26.7 degrees29.5 degrees26.7 degrees29.5 degrees26.7 degrees
Cargo Capacity (Seats Up)30.0 cu.ft.23.9 cu.ft.29.2 cu.ft.23.9 cu.ft.29.2 cu.ft.23.9 cu.ft.
Country of Final AssemblyMexicoMexicoMexicoMexicoMexicoMexico
Curb Weight3002 lbs.3196 lbs.3063 lbs.3253 lbs.3024 lbs.3233 lbs.
EPA Interior Volume125.6 cu.ft.125.6 cu.ft.125.6 cu.ft.125.6 cu.ft.125.6 cu.ft.125.6 cu.ft.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)3902 lbs.4090 lbs.4023 lbs.4211 lbs.3946 lbs.4167 lbs.
Ground Clearance8.4 in.8.4 in.8.4 in.8.4 in.8.4 in.8.4 in.
Height64.2 in.64.0 in.64.2 in.64.0 in.64.2 in.64.0 in.
Length171.9 in.171.9 in.171.9 in.171.9 in.171.9 in.171.9 in.
Maximum Cargo Capacity60.0 cu.ft.50.1 cu.ft.58.5 cu.ft.50.1 cu.ft.58.5 cu.ft.50.1 cu.ft.
Maximum Payload900 lbs.894 lbs.960 lbs.958 lbs.922 lbs.934 lbs.
Wheelbase104.6 in.104.9 in.104.6 in.104.9 in.104.6 in.104.9 in.
Width (Without Mirrors)70.9 in.70.9 in.70.9 in.70.9 in.70.9 in.70.9 in.
Telematics (3 features)
Destination Download
Stolen Vehicle Tracking
Turn-by-Turn Navigation

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2026 Nissan Kicks offer All-Wheel Drive?

Yes, the 2026 Nissan Kicks is available with All-Wheel Drive on select trims, including the S 4dr SUV AWD and SV 4dr SUV AWD configurations.

What kind of power output does the standard engine provide?

The standard gas engine across all trims of the 2026 Nissan Kicks produces 141 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque.

How much cargo space does the 2026 Nissan Kicks offer?

The 2026 Nissan Kicks boasts an impressive 30 cubic feet of cargo capacity, offering utility uncommon for a vehicle of this size.

What is the fuel economy rating for the 2026 Nissan Kicks?

The crossover achieves a combined 31 MPG, breaking down into 28 MPG in the city and an excellent 35 MPG on the highway, utilizing regular unleaded fuel.

What is the price range for the 2026 Nissan Kicks across its trims?

The pricing for the six available trims of the 2026 Nissan Kicks spans from a starting MSRP of $22,430 up to $28,160.

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