2025 Buick Envista vs. 2025 Nissan Kicks Review

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2025 Buick
Envista

MSRP*: $23,700 to $28,600
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2025 Nissan
Kicks

MSRP*: $21,830 to $27,680
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MPG - City 28 MPG 27 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 42.0 ft3 50.1 - 60.0 ft3
Engine
  • 137-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Flex Fuel Capability)
  • 141-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 hp 141 hp
Exterior Length 182.6 in 171.9 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.9 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 42.7 in
Rear 34.5 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.3 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 Buick Envista than in the Nissan Kicks. The Nissan Kicks offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Buick Envista, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Buick Envista as you will with the Nissan Kicks, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Buick Envista is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Kicks.

Dimensions
The Buick Envista is about the same width as the Nissan Kicks. If you go with the Buick Envista, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Kicks.

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

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Buick Envista and the Nissan Kicks.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Envista does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Nissan Kicks.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Envista and the Nissan Kicks. The Buick Envista has significantly less cargo capacity than the Nissan Kicks.