2025 Nissan Kicks vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Kicks

2025 Nissan
Kicks

MSRP*: $21,830 to $27,680
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $36,985 to $51,880
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MPG - City 27 - 28 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.1 - 60.0 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 141-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 141 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 171.9 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 42.7 in
Rear 34.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport than in the Nissan Kicks, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Nissan Kicks offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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). Clearly, the Nissan Kicks is a better financial choice over the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Kicks is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Nissan Kicks, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Handling
The Nissan Kicks has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Kicks has a lot less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
The Nissan Kicks has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Nissan Kicks and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Nissan Kicks has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.