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Nissan Kicks P15 1.6 (120 Hp) CVT
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Nissan Kicks:
The Nissan Kicks is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Nissan since 2016. The crossover was initially introduced as a concept car under the same name and was premiered at the 2014 São Paulo International Motor Show. Nissan claimed the concept is inspired by the streets of Brazil.
The first-generation, V platform-based Kicks debuted in São Paulo, Brazil in mid-2016 with the P15 chassis code. The car was designed collaboratively by Nissan's design headquarters in Atsugi, Japan, Nissan Design America in San Diego, California, and Nissan Design America Rio de Janeiro. The first-generation Kicks was then gradually rolled out across Latin America, then it entered the United States and Canada in 2018 to replace the Juke as the subcompact crossover offering in both countries....(Read more on Wikipedia)
P15 Overview:
Nissan Kicks (P15). With 149 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1125 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Kicks P15 was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, it achieved a 4-star rating in Latin NCAP tests in 2017, indicating a respectable level of safety for its segment in those regions.
1.6 (120 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for city driving and daily commutes, but feels strained during highway overtaking or when fully loaded. The CVT ensures smooth, albeit unexciting, power delivery.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency for a naturally aspirated compact SUV, making it a cost-effective choice for daily use. The CVT helps optimize fuel consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy for its class
- • Spacious and practical interior for a compact SUV
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially over rough roads
- • Good value for money with competitive pricing
- • Reliable HR16DE engine
Cons:
- • Modest acceleration, especially on highways
- • CVT can feel unengaging under hard acceleration
- • Interior materials can feel basic in lower trims
- • Limited engine options in some markets
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Kicks |
| Generation: | P15 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (120 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | December, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 149 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | HR16DE |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 6.95 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.6 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1116-1135 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 432 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4295 mm mm |
| Width: | 1760 mm mm |
| Height: | 1590 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 200 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m |
| Approach angle: | 20.6° |
| Departure angle: | 28.4° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16; 205/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm, Coil spring, Elastic beam |
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