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Nissan Kicks D15 1.5i (106 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Kicks:
The Nissan Kicks is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Nissan since 2016. The crossover was initially introduced as a concept car under the same name and was premiered at the 2014 São Paulo International Motor Show. Nissan claimed the concept is inspired by the streets of Brazil.
The first-generation, V platform-based Kicks debuted in São Paulo, Brazil in mid-2016 with the P15 chassis code. The car was designed collaboratively by Nissan's design headquarters in Atsugi, Japan, Nissan Design America in San Diego, California, and Nissan Design America Rio de Janeiro. The first-generation Kicks was then gradually rolled out across Latin America, then it entered the United States and Canada in 2018 to replace the Juke as the subcompact crossover offering in both countries....(Read more on Wikipedia)
D15 Overview:
Nissan Kicks (D15). With 142 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Kicks D15 generation has not been officially tested by Euro NCAP. However, other regional tests (e.g., Latin NCAP) have awarded it strong safety ratings, indicating a generally robust safety performance.
1.5i (106 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for urban driving and light commuting, but the 106 Hp naturally aspirated engine can feel underpowered on highways or when carrying a full load, requiring higher revs.
Fuel Economy
Offers average fuel economy for a naturally aspirated petrol SUV of its class, suitable for daily city and suburban use, but not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy (diesel variant)
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Comfortable ride quality for daily use
- • Compact dimensions ideal for city driving and parking
- • Good value for money in the compact SUV segment
Cons:
- • Petrol engine can feel underpowered on highways
- • Interior materials can feel basic in some trims
- • Limited advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) compared to rivals
- • Not tested by Euro NCAP, which might concern some buyers
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims are a dated choice
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(P15, USA: 2018 - December, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Kicks |
| Generation: | D15 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5i (106 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 106 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.8 Hp/l [89mm more] |
| Torque: | 142 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H4K More details about the engine H4K |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4384 mm mm [89mm more] |
| Width: | 1813 mm mm [53mm more] |
| Height: | 1651-1656 mm mm [66mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2673 mm mm [54mm more] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 210 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16; 215/60 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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