2025 Audi Q8 vs. 2025 Nissan Kicks Play Review

Picture of the 2025 Audi Q8

2025 Audi
Q8

MSRP*: $74,400
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2025 Nissan
Kicks Play

MSRP*: $21,520
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MPG - City 17 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 23 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.7 ft3 32.3 ft3
Engine
  • 335-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 122-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 335 hp 122 hp
Exterior Length 196.6 in 169.1 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 69.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 40.2 in
Front 43.7 in
Rear 33.5 in
Head Room Front 37.1 in
Rear 38.1 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 Audi Q8 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 Audi Q8.

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 Audi Q8 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Kicks Play, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q8 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 Audi Q8, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Kicks Play.

Handling
The Audi Q8 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 Audi Q8 greatly out-muscles the Nissan Kicks Play.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Audi Q8 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 Audi Q8 and the Nissan Kicks Play. With the Audi Q8, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Nissan Kicks Play.