The facelifted 2021 Nissan Kicks is now officially on sale, offering revised looks as well as more standard equipment. Nissan will offer the 2021 Kicks in three trim levels: S, SV, and the range-topping SR. Prices start from US$ 20,650, including a US$ 1,150 destination and handling charge, for the entry-level Kicks S. All grades will come with the Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite of driver-assistance systems, which includes the class-exclusive Rear Automatic Braking, as standard. In addition, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard across the range.
The 2021 Nissan Kicks is powered by a
1.6-liter four-cylinder engine making 122 HP and 155 Nm of torque,
sent to the front wheels via a standard Xtronic CVT transmission. While power
may not be one of its strong points, Nissan’s baby crossover returns 31 mpg
city, 36 mpg highway, and 33 mpg combined according to EPA estimates.
The facelift of the Nissan Kicks has
introduced a new front fascia that aims to make it look much more interesting
than before, featuring a “double V-Motion” front grille and a pair of new,
thinner LED headlights. The front and rear bumpers are also new, while the rear
LED taillights were updated. Nissan will offer the 2021 Kicks with new wheel designs
and a revised color palette that now includes three new color options together
with three new two-tone paint combos.
The interior of the 2021 Kicks has been
updated with new upholsteries, revised trim, as well as a new 7-inch display in
the instrument cluster, an extra USB-C port, and a new 8-inch infotainment
system that’s standard on the SV and SR models. The SV and SR models will also
come with a new center console featuring an armrest. Customers can also opt for
a Bose audio system and Nissan’s Intelligent Around View Monitor.
