2023 Nissan Kicks

About this car

Performance and fuel economy The 2023 Kicks is equipped with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and comes with standard front-wheel drive, as all-wheel drive is not an option for this model year. Despite its modest power, the Kicks is lauded for its fuel efficiency, delivering an EPA-estimated 31 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway for a combined 33 mpg. Interior and technology The cabin is designed to be functional and spacious for its class, with good cargo capacity for a subcompact SUV. With the rear seats folded down, it offers up to 32.3 cubic feet of storage. Standard tech features include a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, three USB ports, and a six-speaker audio system. Higher trims offer a larger 8-inch touchscreen and an available eight-speaker Bose premium audio system. Reviewers find the infotainment system responsive and user-friendly. Safety features Nissan includes its Safety Shield 360 suite of advanced safety technologies as a standard feature on all 2023 Kicks trims. This package includes: Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection Blind Spot Warning Rear Cross Traffic Alert Lane Departure Warning Rear Automatic Braking