Is the ALL NEW 2018 Nissan Kicks SR a HOME RUN or FOUL? - Raiti's Rides

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ก.ย. 2024
  • Here is the just released 2018 Nissan Juke SR. This is the SUV that is replacing the Nissan Juke that was unveiled all the way back in 2010. Featuring a larger size the Kicks has a larger interior and cargo area. With all the tech you expect to see in a new car. If there is a negative it has to the small 1.6L 4-cylinder with only 127hp. Find out if this CUV is worth a look.

ความคิดเห็น • 151

  • @LeadfootLou
    @LeadfootLou 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I like the way you keep the price point in mind. A lot of your fellow TH-cam reviewers don’t do this. They’ll rate one vehicle over another never mentioning the price of either vehicle. Good job Joe!!! 👍

  • @colderbeer
    @colderbeer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Got a 2020 KICKS SR 2 weeks ago, and I love it....soooooooo much car for 22 grand !!!!!

  • @andrewj939
    @andrewj939 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sorry I've been away for so long! It's good to be back and watch Raitis rides. I'm here to stay Joe! Stay strong 💪🙏

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad you are back! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! I hope all is well!

  • @randykern1842
    @randykern1842 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I almost bought one of these last week. Bought a black Versa SR instead and never looked back! They’re basically the same car and one was cheaper so it was a no brainer!

  • @Cerby1979
    @Cerby1979 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Actually, the Juke is still in production. It’s no longer being sold in the US.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wow, I am quite surprised thank you for that input.

    • @ryansumayo4261
      @ryansumayo4261 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think the Juke will be back for 2020

    • @fishkings423
      @fishkings423 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ryan Sumayo Nah, I doubt it. If Nissan released the new generation kicks to the U.S. then it would also compete with the Kicks. And one or the other would cannibalize each other sales.Dumb move.

  • @apache-yaquibrown4060
    @apache-yaquibrown4060 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved the roominess and simplicity of my Versa, hate the CVT and the difficulty of self maintenance. This car looks like everything is reachable under the hood. I would consider it based on the room. I have a tall teen that rather ride in the Versa due to room over the Volvo S60.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing that great input from your expereinece!

  • @WMW89
    @WMW89 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You can get the premium package on the SR trim that adds Bose stereo and leatherette, and a few other things.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you fr that heads up! I really appreciate when people can contribute their info!

  • @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219
    @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favorite Nissan SUV!! Nice review Joe.

  • @jorgeirizarry5971
    @jorgeirizarry5971 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Bro!! You are killing it!! Outstanding review!! Some protein for Tom 😂😂 😂😂. Hilarious. Tom, thanks for the commitment of giving so great camera work!! As far as the vehicle, I think Nissan created a great option and there is a huge market for this type of vehicles this days. I think the could had given it the engine set up from the nismo sentra just to spice it up a little. Horrible exhaust and drum brakes...2018 really nissan?! But they know exactly what they are doing because the market or the targeted consumers for this vehicle are possible not going to care much about those things. They probably don't even know what those things are. With that being said I definitely think that from a business standpoint they nailed it. Honestly with that mpg and that price, definitely a great option. What's the warranty?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so glad you are enjoying the jokes! I like to see who is really watching the video all the way through. Tom is the freaking man! The warranty is your standard 3yr/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper. I just really can't stand a CVT, but like you said people buying this car don't really car. It will be interesting to see what happens!

    • @jorgeirizarry5971
      @jorgeirizarry5971 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Raiti's Rides I think it will sell. It got the numbers, the features and the looks. I'll be surprised if they don't make the numbers.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      jorge irizarry there are lots of people who just want something that is affordable that has some interior features. I’m sure you are right.

  • @JohnnyUkeOfficial
    @JohnnyUkeOfficial 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I actually love the concept of the Nissan Kicks. It's a nice urban CUV. But I agree, rear drum brakes these days are ridiculous. I would've paid a little extra for 4-disc wheel brakes.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like it better than the Juke. Everything on the inside is nicely laid out. I'm sure eventually they will put their 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo in. Thanks for watching!

  • @michaelsmith9308
    @michaelsmith9308 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Improvements needed are:
    LED FOG lights
    Four wheel disk brakes
    Exterior painting of rear plastic valances
    Engine (GTI) power!
    Sr model needs to be 20,000:)
    Nissan make it happen and keep that WONDERFUL key fob please!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think that is a perfect list! I hope Nissan is listening!

    • @kelvina8250
      @kelvina8250 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      LED tail lights and proper center console will be great additions too.

    • @kelvina8250
      @kelvina8250 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      LED fog lights is an easy upgrade. I did it myself on my kicks for less than $100. But LED taillights is something different.

  • @waynewilliams1487
    @waynewilliams1487 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Impressive, not one zonk for the powertrain.

  • @QuickshiftCars
    @QuickshiftCars 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To be honest, the exterior design is a step back in my opinion. Just weird for the sake of being weird. Great video though!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sirpalmtree thanks man for the compliment! I really feel Nissan is going backwards big time.

    • @DearMsFabulous
      @DearMsFabulous 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have one and I love the exterior design. Soooo cute! My opinion of course.

  • @sharpshooter012345
    @sharpshooter012345 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice Kicks and I'm not talking about the car

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for noticing! I am a fan of Pumas!

  • @sweetsendaedreamr
    @sweetsendaedreamr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would have loved to have bought this vehicle.. but our streets are so nasty in coastal Texas that those collision sensors are going to kill the engine on those deep pool size potholes and the vehicle is too low for the seasonal flooding.

  • @Nismo3
    @Nismo3 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s a small an light car that‘s the reason why it has drum brakes. In europe many small cars like this have it. Disk brakes will rust very fast.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for sharing your input!

  • @ksorsomeplace
    @ksorsomeplace 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It looked better than expected when I saw it in person. The engine performance I can't speak to, but I wouldn't really cost Nissan much of anything to put a better engine in since utilizing said engine in more vehicles only LOWERS it's cost to the company. I'm surprised that they only offer one color inside: black. Why? Because when you visit the website you think you're really going to be able to design it to your tastes and it quickly becomes apparent that you will not be allowed to. Fuel economy, based on the weight, is not really that great. Honda Civics of similar weight do MUCH better. So, not much in the value department in my opinion. The wildest color combo with the orange Nissan charges a STEEP premium for, which is not very nice. However, the power is not really that bad considering many of the drivers I'm behind in the Philadelphia area are barely able to attain 35mph in less than a 1/4 mile. Now, over the long haul, you'll notice a deficit. But, just cruising around town, probably will seem adequate.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your great perspective! You bring up some great points and I can see where the Kicks could be appealing.

    • @ksorsomeplace
      @ksorsomeplace 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! Enjoy your videos!

  • @linchester8464
    @linchester8464 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well i wont be surprised the Nismo version will have all four wheel disc brakes system. Plus the same 1.6 turbo engine as the Nismo Sentra and those red trims on the outside and inside and prob slap a few grand extra price tag on top of the SR trim 21k.
    It might have the same 2 gearbox choices of the 6 speed manual or CVT.
    But if the guy wants an all rounder with AWD safety. Def the Crosstrek 2.0L is still the better buy. The fully loaded Crosstrek is pricy but def worth every penny.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lin Chester couldn’t agree with you more!😊👍🏻

  • @dannypitassy
    @dannypitassy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Drum brakes???!!!! These poor millennials are going retro in a bad way.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      dannypitassy I was shocked!😮

    • @tomj4731
      @tomj4731 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I have never owned a car that did not have rear drums....so not an issue for me.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tom J have you driven a car without rear drums?

    • @tomj4731
      @tomj4731 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I have driven cars with 4 wheel disc brakes. Did not really notice th difference. When drivers know their cars, driving and stopping is never a problem. It's no different than the comments I hear about horsepower and acceleration. People will say a certain car is dangerous because of low hp and/or slow acceleration. I owned. 78 hp Corolla for 11 years...never had a problem driving it among more powerful cars on the highway.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tom J thanks for your great input!👍🏻

  • @ValenNitto
    @ValenNitto 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nissan is definitely kicking the bucket now lol great review Joe!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ben Valenzuela thank you so much for your compliment! It really is sad what they are producing.

  • @markknox5633
    @markknox5633 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank goodness Nissan didn't throw a NISMO badge on it like they did with the Juke and Frontier!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is probably coming! Nissan does have a Leaf NISMO if you can believe that!

  • @dannypitassy
    @dannypitassy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "I don't love em, but I do em!"
    --Joe Raiti 2018

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      dannypitassy you are awesome and had me laughing my butt off!

    • @dannypitassy
      @dannypitassy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Raiti's Rides just returning the favor. You say some funny things, especially about Big Guns

    • @michaeldiaz2409
      @michaeldiaz2409 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      dannypitassy I have to find out who is listening!😊👍🏻

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michael Diaz 😉👍🏻

  • @rmfinance1781
    @rmfinance1781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    From what little I've researched the Kona is a better buy.

  • @cctvspystore
    @cctvspystore 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Juke was a funky lookin box car......

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mad Hatter really funky! This almost looks like a mini Rogue!

  • @ahmedmughim6498
    @ahmedmughim6498 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Why Nissan took away the headrest Bose speakers?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is a very good question! I am sure it was an acoustics thing!

    • @ali-or8fz
      @ali-or8fz 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Masha

  • @chuckycheese84
    @chuckycheese84 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rear drum brakes on a top trim is inexcusable. Base trims are fine, but a top trim should have 4-wheel discs. My new Hyundai Venue Ultimate (top trim in Canada) has 4-wheel discs

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally agree with you Patrick!

  • @mikeyc9043
    @mikeyc9043 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It does have a techometer, its digital and you have to scroll through it

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the heads up on that! i appreciate the input!

  • @mustafanajeeb7859
    @mustafanajeeb7859 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good review & great Nissan.

  • @gordonphong4616
    @gordonphong4616 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Girl I was once interested in drives this car, needless to say I didn't feel bad it didn't work out

  • @petercarey6883
    @petercarey6883 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good Morning Joe. Geeze, what did I miss? I leave the channel for a couple of hours, come back and BANG, 8k subscribers!? A belated congratulations. 👍🏻 Grab your bride, gently of course, and go out to a nice place for breakfast. Have Tom join you as well, just remember, no Belgian Waffles for Tom. He's in training and gets the fruit cup and skim milk. In the meantime, I'm doing my part in celebrating for the whole Raiti's Rides team and boy am I going to enjoy that Hot Fudge Brownie ala mode . . . . WITH whip cream and chocolate sprinkles!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Peter Carey that’s how we do it on Raiti’s Rides! We are going to the top like a rocket 🚀 We are actually going to go out to a nice dinner. Thank you for taking one for the team and eating that yummy sweet! I’m so glad you’re on this journey with us!😊👍🏻🏆

    • @petercarey6883
      @petercarey6883 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And as always, thanks for having the time and patience to take so many of us along. You're going to need a bigger bus though. lol This is one journey I'm enjoying just sitting back and being the passenger. Continued best wishes for safe travels. Of course taking one for team in such a manner as I previously stated is now going to cost me money. I have to go shopping later for larger waist pants and belt to match. My suspenders are still good for a couple more sizes upward though. 😂

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Peter Carey this journey is one hell of a ride! You better buy bigger plants because we will be at 10k subscribers soon!😎👍🏻

    • @petercarey6883
      @petercarey6883 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍🏻

  • @1232bluejays
    @1232bluejays 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    They save big bucks using those old drum brakes. They probably hope most people won't care

  • @eddiegarcia1560
    @eddiegarcia1560 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I immediately skipped to the interior. I believe Nissan has some of the worst interior designs ever. Nice to see they stepped up their game with the style inside. Not too bad. Also I seen someone write drum brakes? Was that a joke

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The interior is the best part of the Kicks. Yep, even with this being a SR level trim the car features rear drum brakes. How dumb to cut costs there!

  • @jackmckechnie5801
    @jackmckechnie5801 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'll keep my Juke...this thing is boring and plain...of course America is all about now boring cars that all look alike...The Juke is still being made and you can buy them in other countries! Good luck finding your kicks in a parking lot full of Buicks..

  • @felipemoraesdefreitas7769
    @felipemoraesdefreitas7769 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This car is good in the snow??

  • @tomc8854
    @tomc8854 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not my favorite cars either! I think the HR-V is a much better looking vehicle. Plus if you get a 2018 you can get a manual transmission! It’s gone in 2019. But honestly if I was getting something all wheel drive I would want something you can actually take off road like a Jeep product or the new Bronco when it comes out.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For a little more at this price point I would go the Subaru Crosstrek route! It may be slow and still have a CVT but the AWD is amazing in that car!
      PS I heard from a source that the Bronco is not going to be that off-road capable. I'm still waiting on the damn Ford Ranger to get here so that I can do a review on it!

    • @tomc8854
      @tomc8854 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Raiti's Rides Yeah, that would be a better way to go , forgot about the crosstrek. It would be a shame if the new bronco isn’t off road worthy. I saw Chevy is coming out with a lame blazer . Ford should do the opposite, Bronco Raptor!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tom c that Chevy Blazer is so gross.🤢. I hope the info I heard about the Bronco is wrong. Fingers crossed!

  • @padistedor
    @padistedor 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks like the Nissan version of the Ford EcoSport.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can see that now! I do think it looks better than the Juke but it doesn't look great.

  • @PRviewsvlogs
    @PRviewsvlogs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    drums on rear have been on nissan on al lower end cars versa and versa notes have them

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I understand that, but this an all new model, plus it's their top level SR option version.

    • @PRviewsvlogs
      @PRviewsvlogs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Raiti's Rides yes I get what your saying , but they are trying to keep cost down besides , with 121hp disc brakes are not needed , also drum brakes will last longer , remember the car is a cost efficient car .

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PRviewsvlogs great point! Thank you fir sharing your perspective.👍🏻

    • @PRviewsvlogs
      @PRviewsvlogs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Raiti's Rides any time great video btw

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      that is really awesome of you to say! I really appreciate it!

  • @dillonhughesrt
    @dillonhughesrt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The juke was a much better car mechanically, what kind of "utility" vehicle doesn't have AWD? And this thing is sooooo slow cause they didnt even put the 1.6t in it. Most people I've met at car shows as well as coworkers wont get one cause we all want awd here in new England. Of course nissan has fallen far from the fun roots they had.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those are some very good points, and one of the many reasons Subaru is selling so many vehicles.

  • @davisz2465
    @davisz2465 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I don't know but here mexico in not safe cause the kick doesn't have VSA neither ABS brakes... Some test called moose a unit almost flip.... I sorry if don't write well but I am learning English.. I hope than USA be better grettings

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      First off your English is great! I think the USA version has a whole suite of safety features. Thank you for taking the time to comment!

    • @eminmarookian7176
      @eminmarookian7176 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      That test didn't apply to the US version of the Kicks, because since 2012 all vehicles sold in the US, VSA/VSC/ESC, whatever it's called, is standard. Same for ABS.

  • @petercarey6883
    @petercarey6883 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice Pumas Joe. Before you start your reviews, do you do burnouts in the water box first? lol So with drum brakes I guess Nissan is paying tribute to their roots? Somehow a Datsun by any other name is still a Datsun. 😂 Save the Wave and use those Pumas to wave and run away from this one.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Peter Carey OMG, you are freaking hilarious. This Nissan Kicks you would need the water box and a ton of soap to get the tires spinning. It’s surprising how people will buy this CUV and not educate themselves about things like drum brakes and CVTs. Always save the wave!👋🏻👍🏻😎

  • @deviouslick5097
    @deviouslick5097 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks good in silver.

  • @Cerby1979
    @Cerby1979 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Home run or foul? More like a strikeout.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nicholas Gauthier I’m right there with you even though I do like it better than the Juke.

    • @Cerby1979
      @Cerby1979 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ll guess in due time but not now, Nissan would put in a turbo engine for the Kicks using the 188 hp engine used by the Sentra Nismo. Only a guess but that’ll put the loaded Kicks at around $26,000.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are other options I would go with with different brands.

    • @FCS_Panda
      @FCS_Panda 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Raiti's Rides what suv/crossover would you suggest that is reliable, safe, and has a good infotainment system for under 20k

  • @jasoncampbell7765
    @jasoncampbell7765 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nissan Kicks is an absolute Joker especially in this SR model. Say what you want about the Juke, but my gosh at least it had some personality and performance. They could have just cleaned up the Juke a bit in style and updated the interior plus add perhaps 20 more horses to the base S/SV/SL models... But nope... They had to go with a generic, boring, and outdated vehicle named the Kicks....

  • @xanth987
    @xanth987 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If this is the future of Nissan cuvs I will keep my mutant tree frog Juke or jump to a RAV4. Now if I could I’d take those seats with the Bose speakers in the headrests and car play and shoehorn it into my Juke and bango.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nissan is really at a transition place right now. It will be interesting to see where they go from here!

  • @jasoncee666
    @jasoncee666 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    8000 boom boom ohhh yeahhhh🙋

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jason C I’m glad you liked it!👍🏻

    • @jasoncee666
      @jasoncee666 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Raiti's Rides like the reviews man not really that car hey. Hmmm drum brakes Nissan oh dear! Ya know the 8000 was for your subs tho hey👍

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jason C I was wondering why you typed that😂. It’s 7:45 am and I just woke up and always answer comments first! I appreciate your awesome support!!😊👍🏻

  • @PremierChoiceFitness
    @PremierChoiceFitness 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool!

  • @aymanzaman4173
    @aymanzaman4173 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    bonjour

  • @andersonrodriguez8258
    @andersonrodriguez8258 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A foul rather get a chr or hrv Nissan reliability is a big question mark 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Anderson Rodriguez I rather go none of the above The Toyota CHR was meant for a younger group but it doesn’t come with Apple CarPlay. WTH?

    • @andersonrodriguez8258
      @andersonrodriguez8258 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Raiti's Rides is coming soon right now the new Avalon has it nd the new Corolla
      Hatchback

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I want to review the Corolla Hatchback Sport! I'm going to find one!

    • @andersonrodriguez8258
      @andersonrodriguez8258 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Raiti's Rides is beautiful

  • @ralphsmallblock4367
    @ralphsmallblock4367 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello joe i am a subscriber are you interested in a nismo z 2018 interview full drive or some Mexican fun as I am in North Carolina Greensboro till Tuesday However I know your in Florida but I’m a driver as I drove to the dragons tail in North Carolina borders to Tennessee amazing country for drivers and returned the same day let me know. If it helps You ofcourse. Take care great channel

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ralph Smallblock that would be so amazing to do. Unfortunately the new school year is stating and I have to go back to work. I love that NC/TN area. I went up that way a lot many years ago when I rode sport bikes. My wife and I actually plan to come up for spring break. You are a luck guy!👍🏻🍀

  • @metaljew4456
    @metaljew4456 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    DRUM BRAKES!!!! DEAL KILLER!! I hate Nissan’s anyway. They are all ugly. 0-60 in 10 seconds LMAO. 130hp...........🤢🤢🤮

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I really feel like so many of these car companies are going backwards!

    • @joshuabenjaminscott2365
      @joshuabenjaminscott2365 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      horsepower is expensive. most people don't need alot of horsepower

    • @GhostlyVisage04
      @GhostlyVisage04 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@joshuabenjaminscott2365 there's just too many 'car enthusiasts' here who need 500HP in every vehicle they come across 🤣

  • @metaljew4456
    @metaljew4456 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really do not like the way the automotive industry is going Joe. This obsession with SUV’s, CUV’s, Trucks, More trucks, Cute utes, Crossovers blah blah blah. People actually WANT high riding, crappy handling, poor gas mileage vehicles and oh yea, please Mr. Car dealership charge me double for these wonderful “features”. Wagons which make sense are a dirty word but SUV’s...they can’t build them fast enough. Just wait until gas is back to $4.00/gallon.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Philip Rosenthale I couldn’t agree with you more. The car landscape is changing for the worse overall in the car industry. One thing I know is history does repeat itself.😊👍🏻

  • @JSInOrbit
    @JSInOrbit 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol how'd Tom do?

  • @alphazoomii9408
    @alphazoomii9408 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That horsepower is zzzzz. It should at least have been 190HP.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      alphazoom II I was thinking at least 215hp!🤔

    • @alphazoomii9408
      @alphazoomii9408 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yea... even better.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tell me about it!

    • @tomj4731
      @tomj4731 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My 1987 Corolla had 78 horsepower....so the Kicks ho is not an issue.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tom J I can see where you are coming from.

  • @waynewilliams1487
    @waynewilliams1487 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Barely more hp than a smart car.at least the smart car is a turbo

  • @gman917
    @gman917 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    juke was junkie.....lol

  • @kgthegreatone943
    @kgthegreatone943 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Need more enthusiastic cars lol

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree! There will be more to come!

    • @kgthegreatone943
      @kgthegreatone943 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Raiti's Rides ever I sure hope so I can't believe they got rid of the Focus ST and rs

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      kg the great one it’s so ridiculous!👎🏻

    • @kgthegreatone943
      @kgthegreatone943 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Raiti's Rides what's your favorite car from a movie or TV show like the General Lee or the DeLorean from Back to the Future mine is the Supra from Fast and Furious

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is such a great question! Being a kid in the 80’s I’m going with KITT from Knight Rider. That Pontiac Firebird was so awesome.

  • @metaljew4456
    @metaljew4456 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the worst new car I have seen in years. Nissan has a lot of nerve putting out an underpowered, drum braked, slow, ugly cheap wannabe cute Ute. Just junk. Give me a nice used car for my $21K

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I couldn't believe it when I saw drum brakes. My first car which was a 1985 Pontiac Firebird didn't even have rear drums!

  • @aymanzaman4173
    @aymanzaman4173 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    e

  • @edwinjustiniano2937
    @edwinjustiniano2937 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is not safe, very unstable

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I totally agree with you! Thank you for watching!

    • @ALEX-sh3tx
      @ALEX-sh3tx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      IIHS crash testing says otherwise