Is the NEW 2021 Nissan Kicks a small SUV worth buying?
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- Опубликовано: 5 авг 2024
- The updated Kicks is here and Nissan decided to bring changes to the outside and inside for 2021. You still have your choices of three trims: S, SV, and SR. The exterior receives a new front fascia, grill, wheels, and rear bumper. On the inside there are upgrades to seating, infotainment, and safety technology. Under the hood is a 1.6L inline-4 that produces 122HP & is mated to a CVT. Is the NEW 2021 Nissan Kicks a small SUV worth buying?
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I have a Kicks, and for the money it's a very nice car. It gets you from point A to B in style. It isn't fast at all, but if you drive a lot for work you'll love this car
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
I think it’s plenty fast. I traded in my 2011 Versa for this. My Kicks is my new pow wow car. 😎
@@BellyJae But it has the same engine as the Versa.
@@thundergato84 My Versa had 109 horsepower whereas my Kicks has 122. I can feel the difference. Even then, I never had any problems getting up to speed on the highway and passing semis in my Versa. It’s even easier now in my Kicks. :)
Is this car able to go on the highway
I think this car is specifically made for new drivers. It would be a good fit.
This car isn't a starter....it's a finisher!
is the reliability for nissan doing great?.. I've read that their cvt is messed up .. I'm a new driver btw ..
Not bad for basic transportation around town.
Thanks Joe and Lori.
Just saw your video from 3 years ago on tips to buying new car.
I enjoyed it👍
You only had 1k subscribers then 🙂
For just 2 grand more the SR KICKS is the version to own. Eight speaker Bose surround sound , ( great stereo sound from a vehicle this cheap) heated vinyl seats, blind spot and collision warning systems, and sport black rims. 33 MPG in combined highway/city driving.....yeah it's not a dragster, but at speeds between 40 and 70 mph, I hustle through Tampa traffic with no problems.
Ahaha Tampa
Florida does love it’s nissans man I’m getting a versa
Canada it’s 3grand more for the 2023 sr premium is it worth the upgrade ?
I absolutely love how youthful and energetic the new Kicks looks. This redesign would make it the leader of compact crossover category.
Right! I wish Nissan would switch over to the Aisin CVT's that toyota uses in order to make all of these more reliable. They would be a serious bargain if that were the case.
Another great review as always! A question, any chance of seeing a review of the SR trim? Keep up with the great work bud!
Love your channel! great and very in depth reviews. Keep these type of videos coming.
Definitely thinking about this one. I saw the Nissan Kicks Street Sport they showed off at SEMA as well, and man that one looks awesome!
I have this car probably one of the best affordable compact suvs you get a decent amount of technology for a pretty good price.the seats are surprisingly comfortable and this is a quiet ride car. Definitely worth the money
The leg room is another story
Got one for my 20 year old daughter, great lil suv and the last thing I’m worried about is a 0-60 time.
My very first used SUV!! Good review Joe.
I laughed when you said "buzz" 😂😂😂
Nice video. Love your sense of humor 🤣
I like your style of review and together with the camera work, ...really solid. I like the design of this vehicle, however I'm not going to run out and trade my EX35 towards one. Thank you for your hard work and effort.
I really appreciate you taking the time to say that. I also appreciate you sharing your input ion this one.
@@RaitisRides Yes, shout out to Lori for her increasingly superb camera work!!!
I bought this 2021 Nissan Kicks SV last Saturday. Same year, color, trim, everything identical! Now that I had it for a week, I’m really enjoying it! This car is not going to win you any drag races but it will get you down the road if you need for it to. Some of the reviews that I have viewed and read doesn’t do this car any good. I think this is a great sub compact car for the price range!
BTW: I got a lifetime powertrain warranty from the dealer on this car. You can’t beat that!
Yea. I’m looking at buying one and was worried from the negative comments.
Can I ask why you didn’t upgrade to the top of the line model? I’m wanting to buy this car but torn between the ac model and the sr premium for 3 grand more
@@PP-yy5zu I went with the SV version of the Kicks because of the monthly payments.
@@bama1fan of course that makes sense I think I’ll do the same. Thank you
I’m just waiting on your review of the Infiniti QX55.. I saw one in black flying down the road and my oh my!! 😩😍😍😍
I love it my boy Joe keep up the work and I love the video 💯funny 💯😄😆🤣💯good 👍
My parents are probably going to get this for my first car but I wanted to watch some videos on it to see if it was a good choice. So far, I think this is the perfect car for a new driver!!!!
Hyundai kona much better.
Update? Did you get the kicks?
Great Job on the kicks for the price point joe and Lori stay safe Blessings Always take care 🙏🙏
Thank you my friend for saying that and being so supportive!
I just bought SV 2023, you should see this one. Trim on mine- sporty! First moment I stepped on a pedal I was speechless, street roaming kills my Mazda cv-30 2022 and Forester 2021 on all accounts! Highways ah... missing some HP at 55mph but still ok for traveling LA - SDed.
Awesome non bias review !! I wonder if this Kicks had a Timing Chain ( not a belt ) thank you for response !!
Raiti - Awesome reviews! I really enjoy your channel. Would love to get your thoughts and review of the Lamborghini Urus.
Love this review. Could you do a review for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk? I’m considering it for my next vehicle
Lmfao ...
Was that VW Jetta trying to race you ?? 😭😭
I think so! LOL
Nissan Juke will always have a special spot in my American heart♥️
Thanks for sharing those thoughts on this one.
The spot you reserve for ugly vehicles?
@@BoopSnoot lmao
Right up there with the AMC Pacer and Pontiac Aztek.
@@mowcowbell Don’t forget the Chrysler PT Cruiser and the Volkswagen Bug.
This looks SO much better than the Juke (box). Not a bad commuter car, for sure. This is a price point I could almost afford lol. I'm really liking it in the lack. Thank you for all the contortioning you do for the videos, Lori! We really get a good feel for all the vehicles
"A nice M&M tray." Took me all the way out LMAO!
I am so glad that I could share some laughs with you Ariel!
The Kicks will worth the buy. Nissan is coming back its a nice crossover better upgrades and refreshed the exterior. Thanks Joe for the review.
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Joe and Lori( LORI, LORI, LORI,, Thanks for all you do!)Thanks for showing us NISSAN get their KICKS. Nice car for the money GREAT MPG! LOVE THE TWINKIES in the glove compartment! Joe drivers( And pedestrians are the same way up here in the Chicago suburbs, lol. Keep on keeping on and I will see you guys on another ride.
You are really awesome Lester.
@@RaitisRides Thanks Jjoe!
Joe loved that room for Pepsi, twinkies, and M&M 😋👍
Great Review!! Would you please do a review of the 2021 Ford F150 Regular Cab 5.0 RWD?
And See If This Is The Right Sleeper Machine For Me?
Damn Joe, do you ever take a day off?! The hardest working RUclips reviewer here. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Fame & wealth is more than enough motivation He deserves it
Awesome review on the car ! Thank you 🙏
You are so very welcome Patty!
Nice review. I feel like the style is too “safe” compared to what Nissan has done in recent years. Something like this should have more “style” in my opinion.
I Love my 2021 Nissan Kicks!
Just bought one 5 days ago. I love it! I recommend getting the SR trim with premium package though. Car is just so good looking.
I was thinking about getting one for my daughter what the SR trim?
I bought mine with the S trim. I’m just as happy with it. :)
did you get the nissain birds eye view thing? does it work?
Is that you, Brad?
Not worth the extra 6 thousand
Great drive review.
I bought a 2021 Nissan kicks s the day before Thanksgiving so far so good I can't complain great on gas I think it looks good my first new cat ordered some weathertech floor mats
While testing throttle:
“We just got passed by someone on a skateboard but it’s ok”
😳🤣😩
8:39 I spit out my drink from laughter haha
@8:39
Coming from a WW 2 video watching this: "Nissan using this key since 1942." 🤣
Really good commentary in this video, I have a 2016 Micra that was retired in 2019 as a Canadian model as has been the Nissan Versa Note. My Micra has the 1.6L engine matched to 4 speed auto.. Yes it is very small but very peppy, the car weighs nothing. I'm disappointed Nissan is still sticking with the sluggish CVT with such small engines, it's like driving a rubber band, you need to floor it, it's why I got rid of my Versa Note, witch body wise and fuel was amazing but the CVT drove me crazy. I'm looking for a new car, but with this great video I doubt I will be going with the Kicks, here in Canada starting at 23K.. 125 horsepower is not much more than my Micra! So I will have to spend more or go into used Honda HR-V the all wheel drive (important for Montreal winters) 2021 starts at 30k CAD.
I test drove one of these AT Maus Nissan in New Port Richey Florida and LOVED it! I took the same route for the test drive as you did. I also drove the Rouge Sport and full size Rouge. I have a very hard time dealing with a CVT but the one in the Kicks was the best of the three. I haven't finished my research so do not know witch CVT is in each of the three I drove, it could be the same for all I know. I drive like an old lady so the Kicks had enough "kick" for me. The base stereo was the best of the three but I was NOT impressed by the Bose in the SR trim. I did have the windows down and it was inside the showroom so I couldn't really test it good. The Rouge sport was ok but I HATED the Rouge. Since this is about the kicks though, than back to it. I was a bit concerned about KBB stating that the kicks had a JITTERY ride that was taxing on the highway. I did not get to drive the kicks on the highway but the quick time I drove it, didn't seem to notice anything too bad about the ride. Wind and road noise seemed normal for a vehicle in this class/price range. My BIGGEST complaint however was the SUSSPENSION NOISE! I thought it was HORRIBLE. Overall ride, handling was decent. Acceleration for me was adequate but for most moron drivers here, it probable wont be. I HATE cvt's but thought the one in the Kicks was OK with the less "rubbery feel" probable due to the vehicles lower weight. I also liked the low 2000 rpms at 70mph. The 8" touch screen in the dash instead of sticking out the top like an after thought, I loved. My big thing with vehicles is there reliability, that's what I study. My BIGGEST concern about the Kicks, as well as ALL Nissan products with the CVT is that they are made by JACTO, witch is KNOW for HORRIBLE CVT's for performance AND especially in RELIABILITY! They have been improving in performance but it is still too soon to know if they have improved in reliability. The performance of the one in the Rouge was HOORENDOUS! HOW Nissan sells so many of those is a mystery. You THINK your in a much more substantial vehicle because of it's larger size of course but also by its plush interior. Driving it however was terrible. The CVT was so bad I didn't even finish me test drive. Overall I really liked the Kicks, I just worry about the Jatco CVT. Still, the CVT in it DID perform rather well and may be worth the shot. You do get 5 year 60,000 miles warranty on it. I only drive 8-10k miles a year so for me might be worth the risk. After 5 years I will probable want another vehicle anyway. I think the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport was just as good, with the more than likely SAME Jacto CVT. The Outlander Sport comes with a stronger 148hp 2.0ltr engine. It is all mostly a product of Japan and you get 5/60 bumper to bumper and 10/100 powertrain! It is similarly priced as the Kicks. Predicted reliability is not better or worse than the Kicks. The interior of the Outlander Sport is not as nice as the Kicks, and well, Down right cheap and flimsy as heck! The only drawback when comparing to the Kicks. Otherwise the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is DEFINITLY the one to choose! It looks even better than the Kicks, has more power with even an optional 2.4 with 168 horse. You can even get an awesome Rockford Fosgate audio system in the outlander. I don't understand the dismal reviews and ratings on the Outlander Sport, it is just as good as the Kicks. One last thing, on the Kicks SR I looked at with an MSRP over 28k, you would THINK it would have a POWER driver seat! It is not even available at all! Ridiculous!
Nice mini SUV. Would be good for a young new driver. Thanks for sharing it Joe! Well done ! Good job Lori!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
Very good point Larry!
Its mostly good for people who went to a Toyota or Honda dealership and had the finance guy turn them down, lol! Nissan will finance anybody!
Thanks Larry!
@@loriraiti4924 You’re very welcome! 🙏🏼
Kmej
I was waiting for my Twinkie reference thank you
I’m a fan of kicks, how is the get in angle? I had a 16 Soul and Loved how easy it was to get in and out.
You may have covered it but aren't the front faux vents (below the headlights) for the sensing packages?
I absolutely love mine
Joe you always crack me up
Thanks for letting me share the cars and laughs with you!
The 2021 KICKS is darling!
We got one last Saturday 10/30/2021 nissan kicks sv color black.
Love it..
I bought a brand new 2022 Nissan Kicks SV less than two weeks ago and the car shudders when I brake and then stalls. Plus the seatbelt lights always turn on when I'm wearing my seatbelt. So fustrating
Still Love Nissan a lot including when it comes to seeing you review them!
Thanks for saying that!
U r doing an awesome job. And ur wife. Just wondering if u can do the GMC Terrain
Hi Joe...Doesn't the Seltos start at 22,000 ? And isn't it a bit larger?
I have one for a rental and the 1st thing I thought was that it was for a new driver. I can't complain but I'll be glad to get my traverse back as I'm on the taller side and I have tall children
Thanks for sharing that input from your experienece!
I got one as a loaner when my car went in for servicing - yesterday . I thought the same thing - first time drivers. When I was a kid the equivalent would have been a Hyundai Pony. Basic transportation.
✅Underpowered engine
✅Poor Handling
✅Uncomfortable seats
✅Inexpensive (Decent for the money - but you get what you pay for)
✅Safe vehicle for kids. Lots of space for road trips.
When I was a kid I paid a bit more than what a Hyundai Pony cost and bought an Isuzu IMark. Great car (for the money).
Do the rear seats fold flat or not in 2021 model? They didn't in previous year models. Thx
Thankfully this looks better. The other model years looked cheap in and out. So different than the rogue sport which looked well made. This one is better.
Looks really good 😎
Very popular abroad, I’ve good experience with that car, love it
When will you be reviewing the new qx55 from Infiniti?
Adaptive cruise control? Is this the same size as hrv?? Can you compare the inside size to another car? Is it like a midsize?
Do you recommend this, the Toyota chr, Hyundai kona, or Mazda cx3 for a first time buyer??
I want to love it, almost decided on getting one but seeing one in person....its just so small.
Im kind of a bulky guy...love the gym (no roids!) and I almost feel like Id need to turn in my man card after seeing it in person...
Great car but it needs to be dressed up. It looks amazing in the SR Premium package with two toned Boulder gray and black. You get an amazing amount of tech for under 30K. And I look thr flat bottom steering wheel and heated seats which is a non negotiable for me. I wish they added AWD and a sunroof at additional cost on the SR trim. IM SO OVER CVTS 🙄. HP couldnhave been at least 150. But it's a good looking car when you personalize it. I will purchase. Thanks Joe and Lori. 😊
Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective!
Hey Joe Thank You for the Kicks review.
On throttle here we "don't" go 🤣🤣
Best comment ever 👌
@@willesco5211 thanks mate 👍
if you use royal purple oil it will increase hp and torque and you will love the response that’s what I did just don’t use k&n air filter it will ruined the sensors.
Nissan should sell Kicks e-power version in The US. I have tried it in Thailand. It was soooooo good .
"typical Florida" lollll gotta love Raiti
wow the key fob has been the same design for almost 20 years. The vehicle is a good communter car though if you don't mind the hard plastic and the cargo space is impressive.
This car got some kicks to it ! Cool car !
Any comments on zero gravity seats? Do they really feel comfortable as nothing like it would?
Cute little SUV...one thing that would be nice is for the dealership to detail the car before you show it. That engine compartment really needs some tlc.
I’m looking around for a new car and I have my eyes on this one
*_I love One Pedal Technology used in smart mode (e-Power Version)!_*
A JATCO CVT is in this car. That CVT is the most reviled transmission in Automotive History, probably only matched by the Getrag 4 speed of the mid 80s. That alone kills this unit right off the bat for me.
I feel your pain!
Is that Trans also in the 2022 kicks or Rouge
The most entertaining car review channel in the history of RUclips! Keep up the great work and hope you and Lori are doing great!🙌🏽
Thanks for saying that and being so supportive!
Thank you!!
Maaaaaaaan.... this thing looks the business Joe!!! Could it use a few more horsepower? Definitely. Could they have thrown out that CVT out and put in a seven speed? Yes, yes and yes. For what it is though, they're selling a ton of them. I see them everyday!! Thanks for the review here Joe and Lori!!! Y'all are out here killing it!!! #RaitisRides #508kSubsAndCounting #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #Nissan #Kicks
I am so glad that you like this one.
i've been thinking about buying the 2021 kicks sv within the next month or so but getting scared off now by all the bad comments about the cvt. never had a car with cvt but it seems like big turnoff from reading the varied comments
People are parrots. Stupid parrots. Test drive it and see for yourself.
Main differences between 2020 Rogue with 2021 Kicks?
Years ago I almost came close to buying the Juke Nismo RS but looking back I’m glad I didn’t
The new juke is nice but they don't sell it here
Would you recommend this or the kia Seltos ? Looking to upgrade from my Saturn Vue
Kia Seltos all day long.
The sports mode button on the shifter....how much of a difference?
Always has been a sharp lil’ car.
I wonder how it handles in the mountains? Will it strain going uphill? Will the transmission & brakes handle the downhill?
It’s not an AWD so it’s not good going uphill
Bump up the hp to around 140 it would be a great car
I have it and it had acceleration out its world i have the SR
I hope you flipped them off at 16:18 lol, you deserve the commission for my purchase
Great video ,but you can't have a daily driver with the worst CVT transmission out on the market 🤣🤣
Thank you
Is this car good for long road trips???
Always been a Nissan fan
I drive this as a company car. Pretty solid. Is it worth it? Any known problems with it that people have encountered with it? Are the CVT transmissions as bad they say in these?
Yes they are unfortunately
Nissan Kicks: The car your grandma gets because she wanted a Juke but couldn't see out of it.
Hehe, my brother had one for awhile. It had NO backseat room whatsoever. We called it the frog car because to me it looked like a frog. :)
For the price no complaints but they should throw in a skate board 🤣 thanks again to Mr and Mrs awesome 👏
I love what you did there! Thanks for being so supportive!
I'm pretty sure it was a Kicks. But saw a Nissan sitting in a Dollar General Parking lot for 2 weeks and it finally was gone today. I wonder what was wrong with it.
Hi Zonkman, love the Nissan Kix, I love the interior but if you want high quality material like Aydi, Mercedes-benz, etc you
Thanks Luis!
would have to pay thousands of dollars more but $22 grand is not enough for you to be sitting in the lap of luxury but for the money it's a dandy.
You're welcome Zonkman, but what I meant to say is that for twenty-two grandz you won't have High quality touches as those that cost hundreds morem
Yes. It is worth buying
I am so glad that you think so.
Is Looks Like Rivals On Toyota CHR,Honda HRV or Hyundai Tucson I Mean Kona
beautiful
Europe gets the Juke still. Made in Sunderland, and only has 1-litre engines with 115 horsepower if I can remember. Six speed manual or seven speed DCT.
That is crazy Dave!
I prefer the Juke, cos it doesn’t have a CVT transmission. It’s got a DCT transmission. Not for the United States though.