2022 Nissan Kicks

Engine Type

The engine dynamics are quite consistent throughout in terms of the different trims. The S, SV, and SR models all have a combined fuel economy of 33 MPG, 122 @ 6,300 rpm horsepower with a 4-cylinder and 1.6-liter type of engine. Additionally, all trims come in a front-wheel-drive drivetrain with an automatic transmission and Hill Start Assist Technology.

Driving and Handling

When you’re out and about, the ride is quite perky and even fun. The Kick can be a delight to zoom around town and a lot more satisfying to drive than a larger SUV. The suspension has been tuned for comfort and provides a comfortable ride, even over difficult terrain. The steering is precise and accurate, and drivers will feel great control and overall feedback.

Exterior Features

Shoppers have the option to mix and match with a wide range of colors into different combinations. They can choose from colors such as Aspen White TriCoat Pearl, Aspen White with Super Black, Brilliant Silver Metallic, Cayenne Red Metallic, Cayenne Red with Super Black, Deep Blue Pearl Metallic, Fresh Powder, Deep Blue Pearl with Fresh Powder, Gun Metallic, Gun Metallic with Monarch Orange, Monarch Orange with Super Black all with a distinctive finish.

Other exterior features include Chrome Grille details on S and SR trims as well as a Dark Chrome Grille on SR models. All trims include power outside mirrors; Heated outside mirrors are exclusive to SV and SR models. SR trims include LED Headlights with LED Signatures Accents, fog lights, High-Gloss Black Colored Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signals, body-color inserts on front and rear bumpers, Silver Exterior Door Trim, Rear Roof Spoiler and Roof Rails.

Interior and Key Features

The interior only has one main color, which is Charcoal. All trims have 5 seats, a tilt steering wheel, as well as a push-button start ignition. Standard in the S trim is the air conditioning with in-cabin microfilter and keyless entry. The Nissan Intelligent Key System is exclusive to SV and SR trims, as well as Automatic Temperature Control, Rear Passenger Under-Seat Heater Ducts, Remote Engine Start System, and a cargo cover.

All trims have some features that are definitely worth getting excited about. The S trim comes with Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking, 7″ Touch-screen display, and 16″ Steel wheels with wheel covers. The SV trim includes 7″ Advanced Drive-Assist Display, NissanConnect 7″ touch-screen display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and 17″ Aluminum-alloy wheels. The SR trim has LED headlights with LED signature accents, sport cloth seat trim with orange accents and stitching, and leather-wrapped steering wheel as well as Intelligent Around View Monitor and an Integrated Dynamics-control Module.

Driver Assist Technologies

As with the Hill Start Assist feature, the 2022 Nissan Kick has a wide range of technology that is geared towards keeping drivers safe. These features include Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking. Blind-spot warning, Rear Cross-traffic Alert, High Beam Assist, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS), and Rear Sonar System.

The Rearview Monitor is standard on the base S trim as well as the SV but is not available on the SR model. As for the Intelligent Around View Monitor and Integrated Dynamics system, these technologies are exclusive to the SR trim.

Infotainment Features

On the entertainment side, all trims include Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System And Streaming Audio, Siri Eyes Free, AM/FM Audio System with Six Speakers, SiriusXM Radio With 3-month Subscription Included, Radio Data System, three USB ports, and an Illuminated Steering Wheel with Mounted Audio Controls. Apply Carplay and Andriod Auto comes with all trims excluding the base S model.