Nissan officially revealed the second generation of the Nissan Kicks minivan on the 22nd of March. It’s appearance, interior, power, or even body size, they are all significantly different from the current generation, especially the enlarged body size. The majorly revised Nissan Kicks has a better cabin space, and the second-generation model also provides a 4WD four-wheel drive system for the first time.
AWD Nissan Kicks technical specifications
The majorly revised AWD Nissan Kicks will initially be equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine in the U.S. market, paired with an Xtronic CVT continuously variable transmission, with a maximum horsepower output of 141hp/19.4kgm. Compared with the current version equipped with a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine, the power It is an increase of 17hp/3.6kgm. It is worth mentioning that the major facelift of the US-standard Nissan offers a 4WD all-wheel drive system in every grade.
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Therefore, a “Snow” mode has been added to the driving mode. When paired with 4WD, it ensures that the vehicle can drive on the correct trajectory in ice and snow (especially when cornering). In addition, the new generation Kicks also has an industry-leading 8.4 inches (approximately 213.3mm) ground clearance.
As for the appearance, the facelifted AWD Nissan Kicks completely breaks away from the appearance of the current generation. Even the existing V-Motion tone seems to be gone. The whole body is square and domineering, which just proves the size of the facelifted model. The body dimensions of the new generation Nissan Kicks are 4,366mm in length, 1,801mm in width, 1,631mm (FWD)/1,626mm (AWD) in height, and 2,6571mm (FWD)/2,664mm (AWD) in wheelbase. As for the aluminum rims and tires equipped on the majorly revised Kicks, the US-standard S, SV and SR models are equipped with 215/60R16, 215/60R17 and 225/45R19 that can be optionally equipped on the SR model.
AWD Nissan Kicks interior details
Along with the completely different appearance from the current version, the interior layout of the new generation Nissan Kicks has also been greatly improved. In particular, the high-end SR model is directly equipped with a 12.3-inch digital instrument and central control screen (the entry-level S and SV models both have 7-inch screens) ), supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless connections, and uses the same physical button flat-bottomed steering wheel as the facelifted X-Trail/Rogue. Other equipment also varies depending on the model. The SR model can also be equipped with an optional BOSE advanced sound system with 10 speakers (even the headrests are equipped with speakers).
With the increased body size, the second-generation Nissan Kicks has a luggage compartment space of 850 liters under normal circumstances. After the rear seats are split 60/40, its capacity will be increased to a maximum of 1,699 liters. In addition, the new generation Kicks also has an additional 38-43mm of shoulder room and 23mm of rear seat legroom. Overall, the redesigned Kicks has more interior space than the current generation.
In addition, all facelifted Kicks models are equipped with Nissan Safety Shield® 360 ADAS active safety system as standard, including AEB system with pedestrian detection, rear automatic braking, blind spot detection system, rear cross-traffic warning system, lane departure system, intelligent high beams, etc. The S and SV models also add a smart cruise control system, while the top-spec SE model is equipped with ProPILOT assist, steering assist, lane centering functions, and a 360-degree surround view system.
Second-generation Nissan Kicks will be officially unveiled at the 2024 New York Auto Show starting on the 27th. It is expected to go on sale in the U.S. and Canadian markets at the end of this summer, and the original manufacturer will announce relevant price information at that time. In view of the comprehensive upgrades through the major facelift, the price of the new generation Nissan Kicks is reported to be higher than the current version.
