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March Madness Release
Boasting bold shapes and undeniable style, the all-new 2025 Kicks by Nissan was in Brooklyn with an interactive experience. It’s the kind of ride that would fit right in a sneakerhead’s collection or parked in their driveway. The big reveal took place during the 2024 NCAA® Men’s Basketball Tournament at Barclays Center, which Nissan is an official partner of.
"Unboxing the all-new Kicks at Barclays Center places our thrilling new model at the heart of the action as passionate sports fans pour into the arena for the exciting experience of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament," said Marisstella Marinkovic, vice president and chief marketing officer, Nissan U.S. "By aligning our brand with consumer passions at pivotal touchpoints, we showcase our products to the right audiences, fostering meaningful connections in the most impactful manner."
What's New?
Refreshed for 2025, the Nissan Kicks subcompact crossover is evolving while still keeping its affordable and fun-size characteristics. The exterior has been completely restyled, giving the Kicks a more modern look compared to the previous model, with sleeker front and rear designs. Despite retaining some elements of the original profile, the updated Kicks is slightly larger in all dimensions, resulting in more space for passengers. There is 1.7 inches extra front shoulder room, 1.9 inches more shoulder room, and 0.9 inches additional knee room in the rear. The interior now offers new infotainment features, including an optional 12.3-inch center screen (with a standard 7.0-inch display), and the interior design complements the SUV's new exterior style. Importantly, a new 141-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine replaces the previous 1.6-liter engine, providing more power, and all-wheel drive is now available. Moreover, the top SR trim includes Pro Pilot lane-keeping assist, a feature never seen before in any Kicks model.
Engine & Performance
Long criticized for its underpowered 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, Nissan is enhancing the 2025 Kicks by introducing a 2.0-liter engine that delivers 141 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque. With a boost of 20 hp and 26 lb-ft, this upgrade is expected to effectively quiet the naysayers. Power is transmitted to the front wheels through a CVT (continuously variable automatic transmission) or to all four wheels for the first time in a Kicks model with the optional AWD. Additionally, the AWD versions will feature a new “Snow” drive mode in addition to the standard Normal, Eco, and Sport modes.
Infotainment & Interior
Modernization extends to the interior, where horizontal flat display screens are slightly angled towards the driver to enhance visibility. The flat-bottom steering wheel features matching stitching with the dash, while rear passengers enjoy an upgrade in comfort thanks to Nissan's highly acclaimed zero-gravity seats.
On the SR trim, climate control functions are now operated through a haptic touch panel instead of the traditional dual-dial setup found in the previous-generation Kicks; lower trims still come with standard dials.
While cargo space has been increased, opting for AWD slightly reduces trunk space due to the extra drive hardware. Specifically, front-wheel-drive models offer 29 cubic feet behind the second row, whereas all-wheel-drive models provide 24 cubic feet.
Fold the rear seats down, and you'll have 59 cubic feet in front-wheel drive and 50 in all-wheel drive. Stay tuned for our carry-on suitcase fitment test results on both models, which will be included in an upcoming update to this story.
The base S model features a standard 7.0-inch colour touchscreen. The SV and SR models, on the other hand, are equipped with a 12.3-inch unit and offer wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
In terms of connectivity, the S has a single type-A USB port, while the SV and SR come with a pair of USB-C ports. Additionally, the SR model provides an extra pair of USB-C ports for rear passengers.
As for audio features, a four-speaker stereo with Bluetooth and an auxiliary input is included as standard. Opting for the SV adds SiriusXM satellite radio, while the SR trim increases the speaker count to 6. For audiophiles, the 10-speaker Bose system is available, featuring headrest-mounted speakers for the front seats.
Just Can't Wait?
We get you - you want your kicks now. For you, we have a select number of 2024 Kicks models you can choose from and pick up today! Check them out below, or contact a member of our team with any questions you might have.
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