2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV vs. 2025 Nissan Kicks Play Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV

2025 Mazda
CX-70 PHEV

MSRP*: $54,400 to $57,450
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Kicks Play

2025 Nissan
Kicks Play

MSRP*: $21,520
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 32.3 ft3
Engine
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 122-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 323 hp 122 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 200.8 in 169.1 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 69.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 43.7 in
Rear 33.5 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 40.4 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 Mazda CX-70 PHEV than in the Nissan Kicks Play. The Nissan Kicks Play will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-70 PHEV.

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 Mazda CX-70 PHEV will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Kicks Play, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-70 PHEV is much wider than the Nissan Kicks Play, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Mazda CX-70 PHEV, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Kicks Play.

Handling
The Mazda CX-70 PHEV has a significantly larger turning radius than the Nissan Kicks Play, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda CX-70 PHEV greatly out-muscles the Nissan Kicks Play.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-70 PHEV does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Nissan Kicks Play.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-70 PHEV and the Nissan Kicks Play.