Nissan has introduced the facelifted Kicks
to its home market, where it will go on sale from June 30, priced from
2,759,900 yen (US$ 24,845). Presented last month in Thailand, the 2021 Kicks will
be sold with the e-Power electrified powertrain, which uses an electric motor
to drive the wheels.
The motor takes its juice from a 1.57 kWh lithium-ion
battery and is backed up by a 1.2-liter three-cylinder gasoline range extender. The total system output is 127 HP and 260 Nm of torque, and drivers can choose between four
operating modes: Normal, S, Eco and EV.
The 2021 Kicks is offered with the
ProPilot semi-autonomous driving system, which eases the daily commute by
helping drivers maintain the right distance to the vehicles ahead, keeping the
small crossover centered in its lane and applying the brakes when necessary.
All models pack Emergency Braking, Emergency Assist for Pedal Misapplication,
as well as manual and automatic call function for emergencies.
Offered in 13 exterior paint finishes,
including four two-tone options, the facelifted Kicks adopts revised styling,
with a larger grille, slimmer headlamps and modified taillights. Inside, it
features a new instrument panel design, with a 7-inch infotainment system
offered as standard or an 8-inch screen as an option.
Nissan hasn’t announced yet when the
updated Kicks will launch Stateside, but we will remind you that the current
iteration is offered in three trim levels, starting with the US$ 18,870 (MSRP)
Kicks S, followed by the US$ 20,500 SV, and US$ 21,120 SR.
