Mazda CX-30 vs Nissan Kicks
Overview | |
Years produced2018-Present | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$21,830 | MSRP$24,995 |
Listings5412 | Listings2498 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryIntroduced in 2020 and continually updated and upgraded since then, the CX-30 is Mazda’s smallest crossover SUV. This year, the 2024 CX-30 comes in new a new Suna trim level, adds USB-C charging ports, and is available with a larger infotainment screen featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. All CX-30s have standard all-wheel drive (AWD), and you can upgrade to a turbocharged engine for more power and performance. Verdict: Sticking to its corporate traditions with the 2024 CX-30, Mazda delivers style, refinement, safety, and rewarding driving dynamics in the small crossover SUV segment. As expected, rear-seat room and cargo space are tight, but otherwise, the Mazda CX-30 is a delightful little SUV. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 141 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 141 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall3 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.0 cu ft | Cargo Space20.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight2987 lbs | Curb Weight3419 lbs |
Height64.2 in | Height61.7 in |
Length171.9 in | Length173.0 in |
Width70.9 in | Width70.7 in |
Wheelbase104.6 in | Wheelbase104.4 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload962 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2018-Present | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $21,830 | $24,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | 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. | Introduced in 2020 and continually updated and upgraded since then, the CX-30 is Mazda’s smallest crossover SUV. This year, the 2024 CX-30 comes in new a new Suna trim level, adds USB-C charging ports, and is available with a larger infotainment screen featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. All CX-30s have standard all-wheel drive (AWD), and you can upgrade to a turbocharged engine for more power and performance. Verdict: Sticking to its corporate traditions with the 2024 CX-30, Mazda delivers style, refinement, safety, and rewarding driving dynamics in the small crossover SUV segment. As expected, rear-seat room and cargo space are tight, but otherwise, the Mazda CX-30 is a delightful little SUV. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 141 hp I4 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 141 hp @ 6000 rpm | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 141 hp I4 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 141 hp @ 6000 rpm | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 3 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.0 cu ft | 20.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2987 lbs | 3419 lbs |
Height | 64.2 in | 61.7 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 173.0 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.7 in |
Wheelbase | 104.6 in | 104.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 962 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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