Is the Kicks a compact SUV?
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The Kicks is not a compact SUV, but a subcompact SUV under Dongfeng Nissan. Taking the 2021 Kicks Manual Cool Edition as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4295mm, width 1760mm, height 1588mm, wheelbase 2620mm, minimum ground clearance 191mm, front track 1520mm, and rear track 1535mm. The 2021 Kicks Manual Cool Edition is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power of 90kW at 6300rpm and maximum torque at 4400rpm.
I've always been fascinated by various car classifications, especially SUV types. The Kicks, which I know refers to Nissan's Kicks, belongs to the subcompact SUV category rather than compact SUV. Compact SUVs are larger in size, like the Honda CR-V or Nissan Qashqai, with lengths exceeding 4.6 meters, offering spacious interiors suitable for long family trips. The Kicks measures around 4.3 meters in length—while featuring flexible interior designs, it's more suited for daily urban commuting. Subcompact SUVs typically have better fuel efficiency, more affordable pricing, and easier parking. If you mainly drive in the city, the Kicks offers great value for money. However, if you frequently carry luggage or travel with family, the space in a compact SUV would be more practical. Overall, SUV classifications primarily consider wheelbase and load capacity. The Kicks aligns with the subcompact category, and I recommend testing its handling before making a decision.
