2022 Nissan Kicks combines impressive array of class-leading features with equally attractive value

 

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• Redesigned in 2021 with energetic new exterior styling, refined interior and enhanced connectivity
• Offers class-exclusive Rear Automatic Braking¹, class-exclusive available Intelligent Around View Monitor²
• Class-exclusive Bose® Personal Plus System³ features speakers located inside the Kicks' driver's seat head restraint
• Standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Standard Nissan Safety Shield® 360

The Nissan Kicks made an immediate impact in the compact crossover segment with its 2021 model year redesign – being named one of Autotrader's "Best New Cars for 2021" and "10 Best Car Interiors Under $50,000 for 2021." Now in the second year of the new design, the 2022 Kicks continues to offer the long list of the standard and available features that have helped attract young, enthusiastic new buyers to both the vehicle and the Nissan brand.

Younger buyers expect technology to keep them connected, so Kicks features standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ on all 2022 Kicks grades, as well as available NissanConnect® Services – a suite of convenience and security features that includes an available Wi-Fi hotspot, remote vehicle commands like keyless entry, and safety features including Automatic Collision Notification.

Fuel economy is another Kicks strong point with EPA ratings of 31 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 33 mpg combined.⁵ And for peace of mind, standard on all Kicks is Nissan Safety Shield® 360, which includes Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, radar-based Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, High Beam Assist and Rear Automatic Braking.¹

Bold exterior design
While maintaining Kicks' compact urban crossover dimensions – with its large interior space and nimble, city-sized exterior for easy maneuverability – the Kicks exterior immediately set it apart from the competition.

Starting with a bold front end, an aggressive bumper blends with the "Double V-motion" grille, giving Kicks a powerful SUV look. The headlights offer a high-tech, modern and premium effect, which is even further enhanced on the SR grade's super-thin LED multi-reflector design. The SR also includes standard LED fog lights.

Kicks' stylish rear end features LED combination lights that stretch from side to side, adding a strong horizontal line that emphasizes Kicks' wide rear structure. Like in front, the rear bumper imparts a sense of more "lifted" volume and a premium feel.

The 2022 Kicks continues with its "floating roof" with a "wrap-around visor" look to the windscreen and side glass. The wide C-pillar appears hidden, with a black finish that blends into the tailgate glass and still allows excellent outward visibility for all.

Standard exterior features include Intelligent Auto Headlights with adjustable sensitivity and timing, along with rear wiper. Other available features include roof rails, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and rear roof spoiler.

Color is a hallmark of Kicks, and it continues to be available in a range of vibrant hues.
The energetic, premium palette includes Electric Blue Metallic, Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (premium color), Boulder Gray Pearl, Gun Metallic, Super Black, Aspen White TriCoat (premium color) and Fresh Powder.

Five two-tone paint combinations are also available: Super Black/Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Super Black/Electric Blue Metallic, Super Black/Boulder Gray Pearl, Super Black/Aspen White TriCoat and Super Black/Monarch Orange Metallic.

For even more personalization, there's an array of available Kicks Color Studio accessories, which ensures that the customer will get a Kicks perfectly suited to their personal style.

Smart, stylish redesigned interior
The 2022 Kicks interior offers a sporting flavor – provided by a D-shaped steering wheel, comfortable 6-way driver's seat, 4-way adjustable front passenger seat and 60/40-split fold-down rear seat. Available seating materials include the SR Premium Package, featuring Prima-Tex™-appointed seating with three-tone design and stitching.

Kicks provides ample passenger space throughout the cabin, including ample front seat legroom. Kicks also offers a total of 53.1 cu/ft of usable cargo space (rear seat folded)⁶, part of its efficient packaging for urban adventure use.

For the ultimate audio experience, the Kicks SR Premium Package includes the class-exclusive³ Bose® Personal® Plus sound system, which uses eight speakers and proprietary Bose signal processing to provide what Bose calls "360 degrees of immersive sound." Key to its dynamic sound is a pair of lightweight 2.5-inch Bose UltraNearfield™ neodymium speakers located inside the Kicks' driver's seat head restraint.

A Bose PersonalSpace Control feature is built into the infotainment system's audio settings, providing adjustable listening options from front-focused sound to a wider, more enveloping experience. The system also includes a digital amplifier with six channels of custom equalization and digital system processing.

Among the other on-board technology, Kicks features an available Intelligent Around View® Monitor², which provides a virtual composite 360-degree bird's-eye view of the Kicks' exterior.

A crossover for the adventurous
Every 2022 Kicks comes with a standard 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with Continuous Variable Valve Timing Control System. The engine is rated at 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque and paired with a smooth, Xtronic transmission powering the front wheels.

Kicks offers a standard Traction Control System, Vehicle Dynamic Control and Hill Start Assist, front disc/rear drum Anti-lock Braking System (S grade) and electric power steering. Kicks SV and SR grades add rear disc brakes.

Standard on SV and SR grades are Intelligent Cruise Control and an electronic parking brake with auto hold, which can ease driver stress in certain situations. Kicks SR also includes an Integrated Dynamic-Control Module, featuring Active Engine Brake, Intelligent Trace Control and Intelligent Ride Control, to help provide a higher level of driving enjoyment.

Nimble handling is provided by a front independent strut, stabilizer bar suspension matched with rear suspension featuring twist beam and twin-tube shock absorbers. Kicks S grade comes with 16-inch steel wheels mounted with 205/60R16 all-season tires. Kicks SV and SR grades are equipped with 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 205/55R17 all-season tires.

Kicks is also equipped with a total of 10 air bags. Intelligent Driver Alertness⁷ and Rear Door Alert are standard on SV and SR grades.

Three well-equipped, high-value models
The 2022 Nissan Kicks is available in three well-equipped models – Kicks S, Kicks SV and Kicks SR. Among the Kicks S grades' standard features are Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, 7.0-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®, three USB ports, keyless entry, push button start, Easy Fill Tire Alert and Intelligent Auto Headlights.

Kicks SV includes a long list of additional features – Nissan Intelligent Key™, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, body-colored heated outside mirrors, body-colored outside door handles, roof rails, Automatic Temperature Control, 7.0-inch Advanced Driver Alert Display, SiriusXM® Radio (subscription required, sold separately), Remote Engine Start8, an additional USB Type-C port (data and charge) and more.

Kicks SR adds a sporty flair with the addition of LED headlights with LED signature accents, LED fog lights, black heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals, leather-wrapped steering wheel, SR seat fabric with interior trim and accents, front and rear bumpers with body color inserts, rear roof-mounted spoiler, dark chrome grille accents, Intelligent Around View® Monitor² and more.

One option package is available for the SR model. The Premium Package includes Bose Audio with amplifier, eight speakers (including driver's headrest), Prima-Tex™ appointed seats, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, security system, tonneau cover, NissanConnect® Services, Wi-Fi Hotspot and Over-the-air updating for head unit firmware via a Wi-Fi WPA2 connection.

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1. AutoPacific segmentation. 2022 Kicks S vs. latest in-market competitors in the XSUV Subcompact Class. Rear Automatic Braking cannot prevent all collisions and may not provide warning or braking in all conditions. Driver should always turn and check surroundings before driving and brake as needed to prevent collisions. See Owner's Manual for safety information. Comparison based on manufacturer websites.
2. AutoPacific segmentation. 2022 Kicks SR vs. latest in-market competitors in the XSUV  Subcompact Class. Intelligent Around View Monitor cannot eliminate blind spots and may not detect every object. Driver should always turn and check surroundings before driving. See Owner's Manual for safety information. I-AVM includes Moving Object Detection. Based on manufacturer's website.
3. Available feature. AutoPacific segmentation. 2022 Kicks vs. latest in-market competitors in XSUV Subcompact Class. Based on manufacturers' websites. Bose® is a registered trademark of The Bose Corporation.
5. AutoPacific segmentation. Comparison based on 2022 Nissan Kicks vs. latest in-market competitors in XSUV Subcompact Segment (excluding hybrids, alternative fuel and electric vehicles). Base models compared. 2022 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates 31 City/36 Highway/33 Combined for 2021 Nissan Kicks S. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions - use for comparison only.
6. Based on Nissan internal measurements.
7. It is always the driver's responsibility to remain alert. Intelligent Driver Alertness is only a warning to inform the driver of a potential lack of driver attention or drowsiness. It does not detect and provide an alert in every situation. See Owner's Manual for details.
8. State laws may apply; review local laws before using.

2022 Nissan Kicks Specifications

Specifications are based on the latest product information available at time of printing

Mechanical

Engine
Name	HR16DE
Cam design	DOHC
Orientation	Transverse
Cylinders / configuration	4-cylinder / inline
Block / head composition	Aluminum / aluminum
Displacement (liters)	1.6 (1,598 cc)
Horsepower	122 @ 6,300 rpm
Torque (lb-ft)	114 @ 4,000 rpm
Bore & stroke (mm)	78.0 x 83.6
Compression ratio (:1)	10.4
Spark plugs	Platinum-tipped
Maximum engine speed	6,500 rpm
Valvetrain	4 valves per cylinder with Continuous Variable Valve Timing Control System
Induction system	Naturally aspirated
Engine mounts	2 solid, 1 liquid-filled
Recommended fuel	Regular unleaded
Emissions certification level	Tier 3-Bin 30 (EPA) / LEV3-SULEV30 (CARB)
Exhaust	Single system with main muffler

 

Electrical
Ignition system	Electronic (direct)
Alternator	120A
Battery	12 volt

 

Transmission and Drive System
Drive configuration	Front engine FWD
Transmission type	Xtronic
Gear ratios (:1)      Reverse	4.006 – 0.458 3.771:1
Final drive ratio	3.927:1
Hill Start Assist	S

 

Brakes	S	SV	SR
Front                                               Type           Rotor size (diameter x thickness) (in.)	Vented disc 11.0 x 0.94
Rear                                                Type           Rotor size (diameter x thickness) (in.)	Drum 8.0	Vented disc 11.0 x 0.38
Electronic Brake force Distribution	S
Brake Assist	S
Anti-lock Braking System      Number of wheels/channels/sensors	S 4/4/4
Parking brake	Hand brake, center console	e-PKB with auto hold

 

Steering	S	SV	SR
Type	Electric power-assisted
Power-assisted	Vehicle-speed variable assist
Overall ratio (:1)	14.7
Turns (lock-to-lock)	2.64
Turning diameter – curb-to-curb (feet)	34.1
Leather-wrapped steering wheel	-	-	S
Audio switches	S
Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System switches	S
Haptic steering wheel	S

 

Suspension
Front      Stabilizer bar (22 mm)		Independent strut w/ coil springs S
Rear		Twist beam
Twin-tube shocks		S

 

Body / Chassis
Type	Unibody
Materials (primary)	Corrosion-resistant and high-strength steel

Exterior

Wheels & Tires		S		SV		SR
6 x 16-inch steel wheels with covers		S		-		-
6.5 x 17-inch aluminum-alloy		-		S		S
Tires
205/60R16 all-season		S		-		-
205/55R17 all-season		-		S		S
Temporary spare tire	T125/90D15 T125/80D16 Location: Under cargo area floor	S -		- S		- S
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (direct sensor type)		S
Easy Fill Tire Alert		S

 

Exterior Features						S	SV	SR
Outside mirrors
Type		Manual folding Resin Body color High gloss black			S S - -		S - S -	S - - S
Heated					-		S	S
Bumpers, front and rear      Black      Black with body-color inserts					S -		S -	- S
Front and rear door handles				Black Body color	S -		- S	- S
Grille			Chrome Dark satin chrome		S -		S -	- S
Windshield	Green-tinted + UV cut				S
Front door windows    Green-tinted + UV cut					S
Wipers      Front variable intermittent      Rear liftgate glass – fixed w/rear wiper      link and wash					S S
Rear spoiler					-		-	S
Roof rails with silver paint					-		S	-
Roof rails with black paint					-		-	S

 

Lights		S		SV		SR
Headlights
Type	Halogen low beam Halogen high beam           LED low beam	S S -		S S -		- S S
Intelligent Auto Headlights		S
High Beam Assist		S
LED front fog lights		-		-		S
Partial LED rear comination lights		S
Center high-mounted stop light		S
Outside mirror-mounted LED turn signals		-		-		S

 

Interior

Seating				S	SV	SR
Capacity		5-passenger		S
Materials		Cloth Prima-Tex™ leather-appointed		S -	S -	S O
Front seats	Type			Bucket
Heated driver and passenger front seats				-	-	O
Center console armrest with storage				-	S	S
Driver’s seat	6-way manual adjustable Attached armrest			S S
Front passenger seat		4-way manual		S
2nd row seat			60/40 split fold-down	S

 

Audio, Navigation and Connectivity	S	SV	SR
Head unit and speakers
AM/FM w/ 6 speakers, USB/aux. input, satellite radio, Bluetooth, smartphone connectivity	S	S	S
Bose® Personal AM/FM w/ 8 speakers, USB/aux. input, satellite radio, Bluetooth®, smartphone connectivity	-	-	O
7.0-inch color touchscreen display	S	-	-
8.0-inch color touchscreen center display	-	S	S
NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® amd Android Auto™	S
USB Connectivity (iPod® compatible)	S
MP3 capability	S
Radio Data System	S
Speed-sensitive volume control	-	S	S
Steering wheel audio controls	S
Streaming audio via Bluetooth®	S
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately)	-	S	S
Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System	S
Siri® Eyes Free	S
NissanConnect Services, Wi-Fi hotspot, Over-the-Air (OTA) updating for firmware via a WiFi WPA2 connection	-	-	O

 

Instrumentation
Fine Vision electroluminescent gauges	S
Meters/Gauges      Speedometer      Tachometer      Coolant temperature      Fuel level	Analog Analog on S, digital on SV/SR Digital Digital

 

Comfort & Convenience Features		S	SV	SR
12-volt outlet	Front center stack	S
Assist grips	Front – fixed Rear – fixed	2 2
Inside rearview mirror         Manual dimming		S
RearView Monitor		S	S	-
Intelligent Around View® Monitor		-	-	S
Double map lights		S
Driver and front passenger sunvisors w/vanity mirror		S	-	-
Driver and front passenger sliding sunvisors w/illuminated vanity mirror		-	S	S
Power windows – one-touch up/down driver and passenger side front with auto-reverse function		S
Power door locks w/selective unlocking and anti-lockout feature, auto-locking system		S
Cruise control w/steering wheel-mounted controls		S	-	-
Intelligent Cruise Control		-	S	S
Remote keyless entry system		S
Front seat center console		S
Cupholders (4)		S
Bottleholders – doors (4)		S
Air conditioning/heater – manual temperature control		S	-	-
Automatic Temperature Control		-	S	S
Drive computer w/mpg, distance to empty, average speed, elapsed time, outside temp, TPMS		S	-	-
7.0-inch Advanced Driver Assist Display w/mpg, distance to empty, average speed, elapsed time, outside temp, TPMS		-	S	S
Nissan Intelligent KeyÔ with Push Button Start		-	S	S
Tonneau cover		-	-	O
Cargo area courtesy light		S
Cargo area carpeting		S
Rear Door Alert		-	S	S
Remote engine start1		-	S	S
Intelligent Driver Alertness2		-	S	S

Safety and Security

Passenger Restraint Systems
Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor		S
Front seat mounted side-impact supplemental air bags		S
Roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection		S
Driver and passenger knee supplemental air bags		S
Rear seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags		S
Outboard seat belts	Front                                                                               Rear	3-point (ALR/ELR for passenger, ELR for driver) 3-point ALR/ELR
Center seat belts	Rear	3-point ALR/ELR
Power window lockout button		S
Child restraint upper tether anchors		S
LATCH system		S
Child safety rear door locks		S
Passive Safety
Zone body construction with front and rear crumple zones Energy-absorbing steering column Hood buckling creases and safety stops Body side reinforcements Shift interlock system Vehicle Dynamic Control Traction Control System		S

 

Safety, Security and Driving Aids	S	SV	SR
Tamper proof door lock key cylinder Vehicle Security System Immobilizer	S
Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection	S
Rear Automatic Braking	S
Lane Departure Warning	S
Blind Spot Warning	S
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	S
Rear sonar	S
Integrated Dynamics-control Module (Active Ride Control, Intelligent Trace Control, Intelligent Engine Brake	-	-	S

Dimensions

Exterior (inches)
Wheelbase		103.1
Overall length		169.1
Overall width		69.3
Overall height		63.3	63.4	63.4
Track width	Front / rear	59.8 / 60.4
Minimum ground clearance		7.0
Step-in height (front/rear)		15.5 / 15.9
Angle of approach (degrees)		16.6
Angle of departure (degrees)		28.7
Ramp angle (degrees)		18.4

 

Interior (inches)	Front	2nd row
Head room	40.4	38.5
Leg room	43.7	33.4
Hip room	50.9	49.1
Shoulder room	53.0	53.2

 

Weights		S	SV		SR
Curb (pounds)	Front Rear Total	1,638 1,049 2,686	1,661 1,076 2,738		1,673 1,078 2,752
Weight dist. (%)	F/R	61/39
GVWR (pounds)		3,660

 

Capacities
Fuel tank (gallons)	10.8
Engine oil (quarts)	4.5
Engine coolant (quarts)	6.95

 

Volume (cubic feet)
Passenger compartment2 1st row 2nd row total		54.1 38.6 92.7
Cargo2	2nd row seat upright          2nd row seat folded	25.3 53.1
Total (passenger and cargo) 2		118.0

 

Projected Fuel Economy (Actual mileage may vary)
City	31
Highway	36
Combined	33
Classification	5-door hatchback

 

Options		S		SV		SR
	Premium Package: Bose® Audio with amplifier, 8 speakers (including driver’s headrest), Prima-Tex™-appointed seats, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, security system, tonneau cover, NissanConnect® Services, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Over-the-air updating for headunit firmware via a Wi-Fi WPA2 connection	-		-		O
	17-inch black aluminum-alloy wheels:	-		A		A

S – Standard  O – Option  A– Accessory

1. State laws may apply; review local laws before using.
2. Based on Nissan internal measurments.

 

 

2022 Nissan Kicks Pricing

Updated June 7, 2022

Description		Suggested List Price(1)
BASE VEHICLE
S FWD	1.6 Liter I4 Xtronic	$19,990
SV FWD	1.6 Liter I4 Xtronic	$21,850
SR FWD	1.6 Liter I4 Xtronic	$22,550

 

FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONS		S	SV	SR
Premium Paint w/ Two-Tone (Body/Roof)	$645		●	●
Premium Paint	$395		●	●
Two-Tone Paint (Body/Roof)	$250		●	●
Technology Package	$0			●
SR Premium Package	$1,200			●
17" Black Alloy Wheels	$495		●	●

 

PORT INSTALLED ACCESSORIES		S	SV	SR
Splash Guards Grain (4 pc)	$205	●	●	●
Exterior Package (Crossbars, Exhaust Finisher)	$435		●	●
Rockford Fosgate Audio	$665	●	●	●
Carpeted Floor Mats w/ Cargo Mat	$225	●	●	●
Illuminated Kick Plates	$460		●	●
Door Sill Plates	$110	●
Interior Electronics Package: (Interior Ambient Lighting, Door Pocket Light, Frameless Auto-dimming Mirror w/ Universal Remote)	$575	●	●	●
Rear Spoiler	$445	●	●
Rear Roof Spoiler	$0			●
SR Spoiler - Delete	$0			●
External Ground Lighting	$275	●	●	●
Center Armrest w/ Storage	$320	●
Nissan Ship Through Fee	$150	●	●	●

(1) = Manufacturer's Suggested List Price: Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Excludes tax, title, license, and destination charges. Destination and handling $1,295.