Chevrolet Trax vs Nissan Kicks
Overview | |
MSRP$21,700 | MSRP$21,830 |
Listings3948 | Listings5292 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Trax is the cheapest new car Chevrolet sells in Canada. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks Play. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior colour options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and all-wheel drive are the trade-offs. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Nissan Kicks subcompact crossover is fully redesigned for 2025, and Nissan has managed to make it a much better vehicle for not much more money. The Kicks wears its accessible entry-level price like a badge, and its agreeable personality is likely to win over young and first-time shoppers. In the Canadian market, the new Nissan Kicks is a direct replacement for the Nissan Qashqai, which was discontinued at the end of 2022. Like the Qashqai did, the new Kicks offers available all-wheel drive (AWD) and more upscale features and finishes. The front-wheel drive (FWD) budget subcompact crossover formerly known as the Nissan Kicks carries over into 2025 in Canada under a new name, Nissan Kicks Play. Verdict: The 2025 Nissan Kicks is poised to put rivals on notice with its fantastic value, great standard features, and premium options. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall3 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.6 cu ft | Cargo Space30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight2983 lbs | Curb Weight2987 lbs |
Height61.4 in | Height64.2 in |
Length178.6 in | Length171.9 in |
Width71.8 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase104.6 in |
Maximum Payload1162 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,700 | $21,830 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Trax is the cheapest new car Chevrolet sells in Canada. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks Play. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior colour options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and all-wheel drive are the trade-offs. | The Nissan Kicks subcompact crossover is fully redesigned for 2025, and Nissan has managed to make it a much better vehicle for not much more money. The Kicks wears its accessible entry-level price like a badge, and its agreeable personality is likely to win over young and first-time shoppers. In the Canadian market, the new Nissan Kicks is a direct replacement for the Nissan Qashqai, which was discontinued at the end of 2022. Like the Qashqai did, the new Kicks offers available all-wheel drive (AWD) and more upscale features and finishes. The front-wheel drive (FWD) budget subcompact crossover formerly known as the Nissan Kicks carries over into 2025 in Canada under a new name, Nissan Kicks Play. Verdict: The 2025 Nissan Kicks is poised to put rivals on notice with its fantastic value, great standard features, and premium options. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 3 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.6 cu ft | 30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2983 lbs | 2987 lbs |
Height | 61.4 in | 64.2 in |
Length | 178.6 in | 171.9 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1162 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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