The Nissan Kicks debuted as a concept in 2014 and came to the U.S. in 2018 to replace the quirky-looking Juke in the automaker?s North American portfolio. The 2023 Nissan Kicks remains a solid, affordable, and stylish small crossover brimming with advanced safety and connectivity features. Nissan?s smallest SUV competes with other stalwarts like the Mazda CX-30, Hyundai Venue, and Kia Soul. Still, it?s hard to deny the value-for-money proposition of the Kicks.

2023 Nissan Kicks: What?s New"

There are no significant changes for the 2023 Nissan Kicks, although the base prices are slightly up over the 2022 models. Under the hood remains a lackluster yet fuel-sipping 1.6-liter four-cylinder gas engine that pumps out 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft. of torque, all while delivering 31 in the city, 36 on the highway, and 33 combined. All trim variants of the Nissan Kicks have a standard front-wheel drivetrain and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) with no option for all-wheel drive.
We fervently wish a turbocharged engine would appear in the Nissan Kicks, but it?s hard to argue with a combined 33 mpg.

Don?t let its size fool you into thinking the Nissan Kicks is unsuitable for small families. We admit that rear legroom is at a premium for long-legged folks, but there?s ample space for four (five in a pinch). Total cargo room is 53.1 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.

The 2023 Kicks features Nissan?s updated logo on the front grille. Pho...