Nissan Kicks — All Years
We have Nissan Kicks specifications on file for 9 model years, 2018–2026, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 36 to 40 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 0 of the 8 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 36–37 | 178 | 4★ | 0 | 8 |
| 2025 | 1.6L 4-cyl / 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 36–40 | 167 | 4★ | 4 | 39 |
| 2024 | 1.6L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 40 | 167 | 4★ | 1 | 37 |
| 2023 | 1.6L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 40 | 167 | 4★ | 1 | 34 |
| 2022 | 1.6L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 40 | 167 | 4★ | 0 | 23 |
| 2021 | 1.6L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 40 | 167 | 4★ | 2 | 77 |
| 2020 | 1.6L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 40 | 167 | 4★ | 0 | 97 |
| 2019 | 1.6L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 40 | 168 | 4★ | 1 | 134 |
| 2018 | 1.6L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 40 | 169 | — | 1 | 86 |
Best and Worst Nissan Kicks Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 5 Nissan Kicks model years from 2018 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 86 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 1.6L 4-cyl — 2018–2025
- 2L 4-cyl — 2025–2026
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Nissan Kicks covered on this site?
We have data for 9 model years of the Nissan Kicks, from 2018 to 2026.
What engines does the Nissan Kicks come with?
EPA data lists: 1.6L 4-cyl (2018–2025); 2L 4-cyl (2025–2026).
Which Nissan Kicks year has the best fuel economy?
The 2025 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 40 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Nissan Kicks have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.
Which Nissan Kicks model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2025 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (4), and the 2019 has the most owner complaints (134). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2020, 2022 and 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Nissan Kicks?
The Nissan Kicks is classed as an SUV on this site.
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