New Nissan Kicks Grows, Adopts Compass Size And Kardian Turbo Engine Aiming for the T-Cross Throne

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Published on 11/06/2025 at 17:05

Updated on 11/06/2025 at 22:48

Novo Nissan Kicks 2025 cresce, ganha motor turbo e desafia T-Cross e Compass com visual robusto, mais espaço e alto nível de tecnologia.

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Restyled, Larger and More Equipped, the New Nissan Kicks Premieres in Brazil with a Turbo Engine, More Technology and Dimensions Similar to the Compass, Targeting Direct Rivals Like the T-Cross and Promising to Shake Up the Compact and Medium SUV Market.

The new generation of the Nissan Kicks debuts in Brazil in June 2025, bringing significant changes in design, dimensions, engine options and equipment package.

Produced at the factory in Resende (RJ), the model was developed from the same platform used in the Renault Kardian and received investments of R$ 2.8 billion from the Japanese brand. The information comes from the portal Autoesporte.

New Nissan Kicks 2025 grows, gains turbo engine and challenges T-Cross and Compass with robust design, more space and high level of technology. (Image/ Auto Esporte)

Design and Dimensions of the New Nissan Kicks

With a length of 4.37 meters, a wheelbase of 2.66 m, a width of 1.80 m and a height of 1.63 m, the SUV now positions itself between premium compact SUVs and medium SUVs, coming close to rivals like the Jeep Compass. Compared to the previous generation, the gains were:

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Interior: Comfort and Connectivity

The Advance (mid-range) version offers fabric seats with varied textures, while higher configurations have synthetic upholstery.

Space for rear passengers is increased, allowing comfort even for those who are 1.87 meters tall. There are:

Rear armrest with two cupholders
Two USB-C ports for charging
Dashboard with leather (upper part) and fabric (center section) finish

However, there are no rear air conditioning vents, an item present in competitors like the Volkswagen T-Cross.

The doors use plastic armrests, a detail that compromises comfort on long trips.

Engine: 1.0 Turbo Flex Engine and CVT Transmission

In Brazil, the new Kicks will be equipped with a 1.0 turbo flex three-cylinder engine with direct injection, developed by Horse, the engineering division of the Renault-Nissan Alliance.

This engine, from the HR13DDT family, delivers up to:

125 horsepower
20.4 kgfm of torque

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The transmission will be a CVT with button control, replacing the traditional lever. This is a different setup from the one used in the Renault Kardian, which combines the same engine with a dual-clutch transmission.

In the evaluation conducted in Mexico, the tested version used a naturally aspirated 2.0 engine with 142 hp and 19.3 kgfm, with the same CVT transmission. Even though it was not the Brazilian engine, the test highlighted relevant points such as:

Ground clearance of 21.3 cm (previously 20 cm)
Suspension focused on comfort, reducing vibrations in the cabin
High driving position, enhancing visibility

Safety and Technology Equipment

All national models should leave the factory with an advanced safety package, including:

Six airbags
Electronic stability and traction control
Frontal collision warning with automatic braking
Blind spot alert

In terms of technology, the Advance version comes standard with:

12.3″ multimedia center with wireless connectivity
12.3″ digital panel
Inductive cellphone charger
Electronic parking brake

These items make the Kicks competitive against models like the Chevrolet Tracker and Hyundai Creta.

Comparison with Rivals and Prices in Brazil

The new generation of the Nissan Kicks will have estimated prices ranging from R$ 140 thousand to R$ 180 thousand, depending on the version. The model will be positioned between the Kicks Play (1.6 naturally aspirated with 113 hp, which will continue as the entry-level option) and the medium SUVs of competing brands.

Key advantages over competitors:

Model	Power	Torque	Trunk	Length
Nissan Kicks (2025)	125 hp	20.4 kgfm	466 L	4.37 m
VW T-Cross	128 hp	20.4 kgfm	373 L	4.19 m
Hyundai Creta	130 hp	24.5 kgfm	422 L	4.30 m
Jeep Compass	185 hp	27.5 kgfm	410 L	4.40 m

Nissan also confirmed that the Resende unit will produce a new entry-level compact SUV starting in 2026, expanding the brand’s presence in the segment.

With a turbo engine, refreshed design and larger size, is the new Kicks ready to surpass the T-Cross and other rivals in Brazil? What do you think of Nissan’s new strategy?

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15/06/2025 09:17

Gosto não se discute, mas essa moldura preta na traseira acabou com o visual.

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New Nissan Kicks Grows, Adopts Compass Size And Kardian Turbo Engine Aiming for the T-Cross Throne

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Design and Dimensions of the New Nissan Kicks

Interior: Comfort and Connectivity

Engine: 1.0 Turbo Flex Engine and CVT Transmission

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