Arriving in the UAE in late 2017, the Nissan Kicks soon garnered popularity amongst crossover SUV buyers. The Kicks is a subcompact crossover based on the Japanese marque’s V platform and was updated for the 2020 model year.
The price of the Nissan Kicks 2024 in the UAE ranges between AED 71,000 and AED 89,500. The competitors of the Nissan Kicks are Hyundai Creta, Honda HR-V, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Toyota Urban Cruiser, and Kia Sonet. It is now time to look at some of the stand-out features of this crossover.
Nissan Intelligent Key
The Nissan Intelligent Key allows owners to perform a variety of functions in the vicinity of their Kicks. The SL trim of the Nissan Kicks 2024 comes with the Intelligent Key as standard equipment. It can be used to remotely lock and unlock the doors, blare the alarm/horn, and start the engine.
The remote engine starter feature can be really handy during the summer. Since the engine is already running when you get in, all you have to do is start the air-conditioning system. This way, it will take a lot less time to cool the cabin. On top of all this, the Kicks also gets push-button start.
Automatic LED headlights
Certain trim levels (top SL trims) of the Nissan Kicks are equipped with automatic LED headlights. The system uses a day & night sensor to detect whether the headlights are needed for optimum visibility. Since LEDs are a lot brighter and throw light much farther, they are superior to regular halogen headlamps.
The LED headlights of the Nissan Kicks come on automatically the moment you drive through a tunnel or an area blanketed with thick foliage. Of course, the headlights also turn on once it gets dark outside. Compared to halogen units, LED headlights usually look nicer and make the car appear more modern.
17-inch alloy wheels
The Nissan Kicks SV and SL trims come with 17-inch alloy wheels. These aluminum-alloy rims not only look attractive but are also shod with fairly thick 205/55-section tires. Their design complements the Kicks' overall styling.
‘Zero Gravity’ front seats
Long journeys can often lead to many drivers facing fatigue, mainly caused by incorrect or bad posture. To combat this potential issue, the Nissan Kicks features the company’s so-called Zero Gravity seats.
Only available for those at the front, these seats have been designed to deliver a more neutral posture. Their intelligent design aims to provide those seated here with optimum support from the hips to the back.
Leather upholstery
The fully loaded SL trim of the Nissan Kicks comes with leather upholstery covering the seats, steering wheel, and gear shifter. The quality of this faux leather is pretty good, even sporting white stitching to contrast the black leather trim. This stitching can be found on the seats, steering wheel, and also on the knee pads.
Automatic climate control
To go along with its automatic headlights, the Nissan Kicks also gets an automatic climate control system. Even though it is only a single-zone system, it works really well and you will not face any trouble even on really hot days.
Physical buttons and knobs mean that controlling the HVAC system of the Kicks is a straightforward task. The panel is fairly well-lit as well, so using the climate control system at night while driving will also not be an issue.
Touchscreen infotainment with smartphone connectivity
While it is only a 7-inch head unit, the touchscreen infotainment system of the Nissan Kicks is easy to use. Unlike some other systems in the market, this screen is neatly integrated right into the dashboard and is easily accessible. Adding to the convenience are physical buttons to control the system – these are always welcome.
The infotainment system in the Nissan Kicks supports Android Auto as well as Apple CarPlay. While the Kicks can be had with a built-in navigation system, Google Maps is still considered more convenient by many. Customers can also stream their favorite music through Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Music, etc. Not to mention the benefit of having access to Google Assistant or Siri. Note that these are only available with the SV and SL trims.
Bose premium audio
The Nissan Kicks 2024 SL trim comes with a Bose premium audio system that uses 6 speakers. For a more immersive experience, Nissan has integrated two side-facing speakers directly into the driver’s headrest. The Bose system sounds better than the 4-speaker unit in the mid SV trim.
Drive assistance features
The Nissan Kicks gets a few nifty features that make driving it a more pleasant affair. One of these is Intelligent Ride Control, where the car gently applies the brakes to prevent excessive body motion when driving over potholes or bumps.
Intelligent Engine Brake utilizes the CVT gearbox of the Kicks to commence engine braking for a more gradual deceleration. The Intelligent Trace Control feature helps handling by braking individual wheels for better cornering. The Kicks also gets disc brakes for all four wheels, aided by ABS, EBD, and Brake Assist.
Nissan Intelligent Mobility package
The Nissan Intelligent Mobility package offered with the top SL trim of the Kicks gets even more safety tech. These come in the form of Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Intelligent Around View Monitor.
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