2024 Cadillac XT4 vs. 2025 Nissan Kicks Review

Picture of the 2024 Cadillac XT4

2024 Cadillac
XT4

MSRP*: $37,895 to $44,495
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2025 Nissan
Kicks

MSRP*: $21,830 to $27,680
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 27 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 30 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.9 ft3 50.1 - 60.0 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 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 235 hp 141 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 181.1 in 171.9 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front info not available
Rear 39.5 in
Front 42.7 in
Rear 34.5 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 38.3 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 Cadillac XT4 than in the Nissan Kicks. The Nissan Kicks will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Cadillac XT4.

Convenience
The Cadillac XT4 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Nissan Kicks, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Cadillac XT4 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Kicks, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac XT4 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 Cadillac XT4, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Kicks.

Handling
The Cadillac XT4 has a larger turning radius than the Nissan Kicks, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac XT4 greatly out-muscles the Nissan Kicks.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac XT4 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 Cadillac XT4 and the Nissan Kicks. The Cadillac XT4 has less cargo space than the Nissan Kicks, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.