EXPERT REVIEW · COMPACT SUV

2026 Nissan Kicks review

Nissan Kicks: a sensible pick with a few compromises. Illustrative review

7.5/10 OffLot expert score

The 2026 Nissan Kicks is a reasonable choice if the price is right. Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor; easy to see out of and park. Engine gets loud under hard acceleration and third row (where offered) is for kids, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $24,000, it undercuts most direct rivals.

What's good

  • Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor
  • Easy to see out of and park
  • Standard driver-assist suite

What to check

  • Engine gets loud under hard acceleration
  • Third row (where offered) is for kids

Best for: Buyers who want low running costs without giving up comfort. Starting MSRP: $24,000.

Owner reviews · 4.0 of 5 from 3 owners

★★★★☆Jake S. · Corpus Christi, TX · 22 months owned
Great daily driver

The cargo room is the standout. My only gripe is the touchscreen climate controls, which I knew going in.

★★★★☆Carlos B. · Columbus, OH · 7 months owned
Exactly what we needed

We cross-shopped three others and this won on cargo room. the touchscreen climate controls is the trade-off.

★★★★☆Hannah D. · Kansas City, MO · 20 months owned
Great daily driver

We cross-shopped three others and this won on cargo room. the touchscreen climate controls is the trade-off.

Price trend · used Nissan Kicks, 12 months

$16.0k$16.3k$16.7k$17.0k$17.3kNov 25Jan 26Mar 26May 26Jul 26Sep 26

Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $17,038 · -0.47% last 30 days · +4.6% year over year.

Manufacturer videos

Manufacturer perspective · 2026

Nissan USA · features

2026 Nissan Kicks SUV | Overview

Official manufacturer video. Promotional, not an independent review; equipment shown varies by trim.

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