Nissan Kicks
I recently test drove the Nissan Kicks and I liked the size but the interior is a bit basic.
Next year a new version will be released in Japan
Which design do you prefer?
What other differences do you notice?
Comparison
| feature | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0 L | 1.6 L |
| MPG (city/highway) | 28/35 | 31/36 |
| Ground Clearance | 21 cm | 17 cm |
| Cargo Space | 60 cubic feet | 53 cubic feet |
| Width | 180 cm | 176 cm |
| Display screen | 12.3 inches | 9 inches |
New options for 2025 Kicks:
Panorama Roof
Bose Speakers
Hands Free Pro Pilot
Reviews say the 2025 kicks drives more smoothly too
What do you know about Nissan?
Recent headlines:
“Japanese automaker Nissan cuts 9,000 jobs as its vehicles fail to sell”
“Nissan bleeds cash as sales slump and expenses soar”
“Nissan may only have 12 months to survive as it pumps the brakes and starts the cuts.”
“Breaking News: Honda might just step in to save the company.”
bleed cash = make large losses
slump = fall
soar = rise sharply
pump the brakes = stop (production)
start the cuts = start cutting costs
Why do you think Nissan is in trouble?
They focused on low cost EV’s. Was that a good idea?
They slashed prices to attract customers. Was this a good idea?
Reasons:
They focused on low cost EV’s (Leaf and Sakura) but BYD is dominating in many countries
Their hybrids are cheaper but less fuel efficient than Honda or Toyota and they haven’t updated or improved their hybrid options recently
Some customers say they lack new exciting models
They slashed their prices which meant their profits fell dramatically
In 2019 there were reports that the Japanese government pressured Honda and Nissan to merge.
When news recently broke that the two might merge, Honda’s stock price fell 3%. Nissan’s rose by 23.7%.
Do you think Honda and Nissan should merge? What would the benefit be for Honda?
There are also reports that Mitsubishi will join the group. When this news broke their stock price rose by 19%.
costs