2025 Kia
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2025 Nissan
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| MPG - City | 53 MPG | 27 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 45 - 54 MPG | 34 - 35 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.7 ft3 | 50.1 - 60.0 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 141 hp |
| Exterior Length | 174.0 in | 171.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in |
Front 42.7 in
Rear 34.5 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Niro than in the Nissan Kicks.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Niro and the Nissan Kicks.
Convenience
The Kia Niro 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 Kia Niro will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Kicks, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Kia Niro is a little wider than the Nissan Kicks, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
When looking at overall length, the Kia Niro takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Kicks.
Handling
The Kia Niro has the same turning radius as the Nissan Kicks, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Kia Niro and the Nissan Kicks.
Powertrain
The Kia Niro 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 Niro and the Nissan Kicks.
The Kia Niro has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Nissan Kicks.