Doha: Nissan has launched the 2021 Nissan Kicks in the Middle East, refreshed with style and technology upgrades designed to meet the growing needs of urban customers in the region.
Placing a large focus on enhancing connectivity, innovation and personalization, the 2021 Nissan Kicks allows drivers to further express their personal style as they cut through the city with precise handling and available advanced driver assist features.
Since its introduction to the region in 2017 as the entry model to Nissan’s lineup of crossovers and SUVs, Kicks has attracted young, enthusiastic drivers to the brand. It quickly established a reputation for offering an impressive array of class-leading features with equally attractive value — even securing 11 percent year-on-year market share increase in the SUV-B segment during fiscal year 2020 (April 2020 – March 2021).
The 2021 Nissan Kicks’ exterior sees an aesthetic upgrade with the integration of Nissan’s Double V-motion grille, new front and rear bumpers and an array of bold new colours, including new two-tone combinations.
The updated interior features a new centre console, new seating and trim materials, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility and BOSE headrest speakers.
The Kicks also includes a number of Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM) technology upgrades such as Intelligent Around View Monitor, as well as Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. All of these class-leading features are complemented by upgraded chassis control to provide superior ride comfort and control.
Thierry Sabbagh, Managing Director, Nissan Middle East said: “The Nissan Kicks has always had a finger on the pulse of the young urban commuter, combining style and technology with a value for money that has made it a fast favourite in the region.
The 2021 Nissan Kicks dials up both connectivity and customization while infusing it with the latest Nissan Intelligent Mobility technology – making this an even more formidable model within the SUV-B segment.”
“The popularity of Kicks is reflective of the increasing customer demand for crossover SUVs, as they seek space and versatility akin to SUVs, with the size and practicality of a sedan. These expectations, coupled with growing desire amongst younger drivers to always stay connected, have helped us create a refreshed 2021 Nissan Kicks — and we are excited to see our customers across the region take this nimble model out on the streets,” he added.
The redesigned 2021 Nissan Kicks is available in three well-equipped trims — Kicks S, Kicks SV and Kicks SL. Starting with a bold front end, the new KIKCS features a more aggressive bumper that blends with the new “Double V- motion” grille, giving it a more powerful SUV look. New LED headlights offer a high-tech, modern and premium effect, which is even further enhanced on the SL grade’s super-thin LED multi-reflector design. Meanwhile, both SV and SL grades include standard LED fog lights.
Colour is a hallmark of the Nissan Kicks, and it continues to be available in a range of vibrant hues. For 2021, the energetic, premium palette includes three new colours: Electric Blue Metallic, Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (premium colour) and Boulder Gray Pearl. Also available are Gun Metallic, Super Black, Aspen White TriCoat (premium colour), Power White and Brilliant Silver.
Five two-tone paint combinations are also available, including three new options – Super Black Roof/Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Super Black Roof/Electric Blue Metallic and Super Black Roof/Boulder Gray Pearl. Also offered are Super Black/Aspen White TriCoat and Super Black/Monarch Orange Metallic.
For peace of mind, standard on all Kicks is Nissan Safety Shield 360, which includes Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, radar-based Blind Spot Warning, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Among the other on-board technologies, Kicks features an available Intelligent Around View Monitor, which provides a virtual composite 360-degree bird’s-eye view of the Kicks’ exterior.
For the ultimate audio experience, the Kicks SL Premium Package includes the class- exclusive Bose Speakers, which uses eight speakers and proprietary Bose signal processing to provide what Bose calls “360 degrees of immersive sound.”
A Bose PersonalSpace Control feature is built into the infotainment system’s audio settings, providing adjustable listening options from front-focused sound to a wider, more enveloping experience. The system also includes a digital amplifier with six channels of custom equalization and digital system processing.
To always keep drivers connected, the 2021 Nissan Kicks now offers standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on SV & SL grades.
Every 2021 Kicks comes with a standard 1.6-litre DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with Continuous Variable Valve Timing Control System. The engine is rated at 118 horsepower and 155 Newton Meters of torque, and is paired with a smooth, Xtronic transmission powering the front wheels.
Kicks offers a standard Traction Control System, Vehicle Dynamic Control and Hill Start Assist, front disc/rear drum Anti-lock Braking System (S grade) and electric power steering. Kicks SV and SL grades add new rear disc brakes.
New for 2021 as standard on SL grade, is an electronic parking brake with auto hold, which can ease driver workload in certain situations. Kicks also includes an Integrated Dynamic-Control Module, featuring Active Engine Brake, Intelligent Trace Control and Intelligent Ride Control, to help provide a higher level of driving enjoyment.
Nimble handling is provided by a front independent strut, stabiliser bar suspension matched with rear suspension featuring twist beam and twin-tube shock absorbers. Kicks S grade comes with 16-inch Alloy wheels mounted with 205/60R16 all-season tyres. Kicks SV and SL grades are equipped with 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 205/55R17 all-season tires.
Kicks is also equipped with a total of 10 airbags. Intelligent Driver Alertness and Rear Door Alert are standard on SL grade.
The 2021 Nissan Kicks is available at dealerships across the Middle East1, with prices starting from AED61,900, inclusive of VAT. Prices vary per market.
