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Nissan gave its front-wheel-drive-only Kicks subcompact near-SUV a bevy of subtle updates for the 2021 model year, updates we found kept it “cheap and cheerful” while remaining competitive in a growing class — at least when it comes to features. With pricing information now available, how much more does the 2021 Kicks cost compared to the 2020 and is it still competitive?
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2021 Kicks Prices
The 2021 Kicks is available in three trim levels — S, SV and SR — and its destination fee of $1,150 remains unchanged for 2021. An SR Premium Package is also available for the SR model for an extra $1,200, adding a premium Bose stereo, heated front seats and steering wheel, upgraded interior upholstery and more. Starting prices are below, and all prices include the destination fee.
- 2021 Kicks S: $20,650 ($430 increase over the 2020)
- 2021 Kicks SV: $22,450 ($600 increase)
- 2021 Kicks SR: $23,090 ($620 increase)
Features
A $430-$620 increase in price for a refreshed model over its predecessor isn’t particularly hefty in the grand scheme of things, but at this price range, it’s certainly more significant. So what do those increases get buyers? Newly standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an upgraded 8-inch touchscreen for the SV and SR (the S has a 7-inch touchscreen), three USB ports including USB-C ports on the SV and SR, the redesigned exterior and interior, rear disc brakes for the SV and SR (the S uses rear drum brakes), and more.
Nissan’s Safety Shield 360 is also standard on the 2021 Kicks and includes automatic forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning and high-beam assist. Adaptive cruise control is standard on the SV and SR.
Competitors
Both the 2021 Hyundai Venue at $19,935 and 2021 Kia Soul at $18,765 have lower starting prices than the 2021 Kicks, while the 2021 Toyota C-HR has a significantly higher starting price of $22,720. All three, however, have top trim levels with higher prices than the Kicks. Compare all three to see how they stack up.
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