Nissan Kicks vs Subaru Crosstrek
Overview | |
Years produced2013-Present | Years produced2018-Present |
MSRP$25,195 | MSRP$21,830 |
Listings1975 | Listings5412 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryIt is hard to believe that the little Subaru Crosstrek has been with us for 11 years, but here we are, looking at the 2024 model. It has come a long way since 2013, and in its third generation, we benefit from multiple engine options, a dazzling touchscreen, upgraded safety features, and a new Wilderness trim level. And, because this is Subaru, you can bet that it comes standard with symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD). | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 152 hp H4 | Engine2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 152 hp H4 | Engine Name2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Torque145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | Torque140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall3 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.9 cu ft | Cargo Space30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3276 lbs | Curb Weight2987 lbs |
Height62.8 in | Height64.2 in |
Length176.4 in | Length171.9 in |
Width79.4 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase104.6 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-Present | 2018-Present |
MSRP | $25,195 | $21,830 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | It is hard to believe that the little Subaru Crosstrek has been with us for 11 years, but here we are, looking at the 2024 model. It has come a long way since 2013, and in its third generation, we benefit from multiple engine options, a dazzling touchscreen, upgraded safety features, and a new Wilderness trim level. And, because this is Subaru, you can bet that it comes standard with symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD). | 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 | 2.0L 152 hp H4 | 2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | 141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 152 hp H4 | 2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Torque | 145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | 140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | 141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 3 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | 30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3276 lbs | 2987 lbs |
Height | 62.8 in | 64.2 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 171.9 in |
Width | 79.4 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 104.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |

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