2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid vs. 2025 Nissan Kicks Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid

2024 Kia
Sportage Hybrid

MSRP*: $28,590 to $37,490
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Kicks

2025 Nissan
Kicks

MSRP*: $21,830 to $27,680
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MPG - City 38 - 42 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 38 - 44 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.1 ft3 50.1 - 60.0 ft3
Engine
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 141-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 141 hp
Towing Capacity 1,653 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 183.5 in 171.9 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 42.7 in
Rear 34.5 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 in
Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage Hybrid than in the Nissan Kicks. The Nissan Kicks offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage Hybrid, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Kia Sportage Hybrid will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Kicks, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sportage Hybrid is much wider than the Nissan Kicks, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Kicks.

Handling
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has a significantly larger turning radius than the Nissan Kicks, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sportage Hybrid greatly out-muscles the Nissan Kicks.

Powertrain
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has much lower torque than the Nissan Kicks, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage Hybrid and the Nissan Kicks. With the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Nissan Kicks.