New 2025 Nissan Kicks | Honest Review : Redesign, Engine & Release Date

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The Nissan Kicks played the role of an affordable subcompact crossover when it debuted for 2018, but its weak acceleration, stingy rear passenger space, and lack of an all-wheel-drive option held it back. The fully redesigned 2025 Nissan Kicks looks to erase those drawbacks, and in many ways, it succeeds.
The cockpit layout is simple and clean. In SR trim, two 12.3-inch screens join behind a continuous enclosure, adding a modern aesthetic. In the base S trim, you get a duo of 7.0-inch screens, while the mid-grade SV has a 7.0-inch digital gauge cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto operate wirelessly in all but the base model. The placement of the screens is a bit low for our tastes, though. We'd prefer to have them atop the dash and closer to the driver's sightlines, but they're still easy to read at a quick glance.
Under the hood is a 2.0-liter inline-four that produces 141 horsepower and 140 pound-feet of torque, paired with a new continuously variable automatic transmission. Also new for the Kicks is the addition of optional all-wheel drive, which should give it more appeal in regions prone to rougher weather. The new powertrain feels much more responsive than its predecessor, especially off the line. It can even be a bit too jumpy if you're careless with the gas pedal.