Nissan Kicks
| Nissan Kicks | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Model years | 2016-present |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
| Body style | 5-door subcompact SUV |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Platform | Nissan V platform |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm (103 in) |
| Length | 4,295 mm (169.1 in) |
| Width | 1,760 mm (69 in) |
| Height | 1,590 mm (63 in) |
| Curb weight |
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| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Nissan Juke (North America) |
The Nissan Kicks (P15) is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Nissan since 2016. Originally unveiled as a concept in 2014, the car was showcased across Brazil during summer 2016 to promote the Summer Olympics, of which Nissan was a lead sponsor.[1]
The Kicks replaces the Nissan Juke in the United States[2][3] and is sold globally except Europe, Israel, Japan, Australia[4] and eventually New Zealand.
It is highly unlikely that the Nissan Kicks will ever be sold in Turkey.[5]
Engine
The Kicks is equipped with Nissan's HR16DE 1.6L I4 gasoline engine shared with the Versa. This motor generates 125 hp and 115 lb-ft/155 Nm torque. Nissan rates this engine to receive an EPA fuel economy rating of 31 miles per gallon city and 36 miles per gallon highway.
The Chinese version uses Nissan's HR15 1.5L I4 gasoline engine.
Transmission
The Kicks is offered with either a five-speed manual transmission or Nissan's X-Tronic CVT; the latter being the only option in the U.S. market.
Safety
| IIHS scores[6] | |
| Small overlap front (driver) | Good |
| Small overlap front (passenger) | Average |
| Moderate overlap front | Good |
| Side impact | Good |
| Roof strength | Good |
| Head restraints & seats | Good |
| Front crash prevention | Superior |
| Headlights | Average |
| Child seat anchors (latch) ease of use | Good |
On August 1, 2018, Mexican automotive magazine Autología took a Fan Edition version of the Kicks on a moose test. Due to a lack of an electronic stability program (ESP) in this particular trim, the Kicks nearly rolled over while performing the test at 65 km/h. A higher-spec model with ESP was also tested, and it managed to keep all four tires on the ground at the same speed but the driver did not feel the car could manage to return to the road, hence failing the test.[7][8]
References
- ^ "New Nissan Kicks crossover revealed but no word on UK launch". Retrieved 2016-07-28.
- ^ Stocksdale, Joel (2014-11-30). "Nissan Kicks is a terrible Juke replacement". Autoblog. Retrieved 2017-12-01.
- ^ George, Patrick (2014-11-29). "The 2018 Nissan Kicks The Juke Into The Grave As Boring Rules The Day". Jalopnik. Retrieved 2017-12-01.
- ^ "Nissan Kicks". caradvice.com.au. Retrieved 2018-10-09.
- ^ "Nissan'dan yeni bir SUV: Kicks. Haziran 2018'de satışa çıkacak". otoajanda.com. Retrieved 2018-09-27.
- ^ "Nissan Kicks". Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Retrieved 2018-09-10.
- ^ "TestTécnico: Nissan Kicks y su alto riesgo de volcadura sin ESP, prueba hecha en México". Autología. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2018-09-10.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Oliva, Jacob (2018-08-09). "Here's Why ESP In Nissan Kicks And Other Crossovers Is Important". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2018-09-11.
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