2025 Nissan Kicks Play vs. 2025 Volvo EX30 Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Kicks Play

2025 Nissan
Kicks Play

MSRP*: $21,520
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Picture of the 2025 Volvo EX30

2025 Volvo
EX30

MSRP*: $44,900 to $46,600
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 32.3 ft3 31.9 ft3
Engine
  • 122-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 268-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 422-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 122 hp 268 - 422 hp
Exterior Length 169.1 in 166.7 in
Exterior Width 69.3 in 72.3 in
Leg Room Front 43.7 in
Rear 33.5 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 32.3 in
Head Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.3 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
The Nissan Kicks Play offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volvo EX30. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Nissan Kicks Play and the Volvo EX30.

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 Play is a better financial choice over the Volvo EX30, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Kicks Play is much slimmer than the Volvo EX30, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Nissan Kicks Play takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo EX30.

Handling
The Nissan Kicks Play has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo EX30, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Kicks Play has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo EX30.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Nissan Kicks Play does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo EX30.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Nissan Kicks Play and the Volvo EX30. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Nissan Kicks Play as you will in the Volvo EX30.