Chevrolet Equinox vs Nissan Kicks
Overview | |
MSRP$28,800 | MSRP$21,830 |
Listings329 | Listings227 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummarySummary: The Detroit automakers have focused more on their bread-and-butter full-size pickup trucks in recent years, but General Motors still has a balanced lineup that includes several crossovers aimed at the heart of the market. The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox competes with segment stalwarts such as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 and is related to the more upscale GMC Terrain. It was redesigned for the 2025 model year, which means changes for 2026 are limited to a standard drive mode selector and a new Polar White exterior color. Verdict: The Equinox does everything a compact crossover should, but doesn’t set a new bar for the segment. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Nissan Kicks subcompact crossover is fully redesigned for 2025, and Nissan has managed to make it a much better vehicle for not much more money. The Kicks wears its accessible entry-level price like a badge, and its agreeable personality is likely to win over young and first-time shoppers. Verdict: The 2025 Nissan Kicks is poised to put rivals on notice with its fantastic value, great standard features, and premium options. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall3 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.8 cu ft | Cargo Space30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3428 lbs | Curb Weight2987 lbs |
Height65.6 in | Height64.2 in |
Length183.2 in | Length171.9 in |
Width74.9 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase107.5 in | Wheelbase104.6 in |
Maximum Payload1202 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity800 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,800 | $21,830 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Summary: The Detroit automakers have focused more on their bread-and-butter full-size pickup trucks in recent years, but General Motors still has a balanced lineup that includes several crossovers aimed at the heart of the market. The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox competes with segment stalwarts such as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 and is related to the more upscale GMC Terrain. It was redesigned for the 2025 model year, which means changes for 2026 are limited to a standard drive mode selector and a new Polar White exterior color. Verdict: The Equinox does everything a compact crossover should, but doesn’t set a new bar for the segment. | The Nissan Kicks subcompact crossover is fully redesigned for 2025, and Nissan has managed to make it a much better vehicle for not much more money. The Kicks wears its accessible entry-level price like a badge, and its agreeable personality is likely to win over young and first-time shoppers. Verdict: The 2025 Nissan Kicks is poised to put rivals on notice with its fantastic value, great standard features, and premium options. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 2.0L 141 hp I4 |
Torque | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 141 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 3 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.8 cu ft | 30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3428 lbs | 2987 lbs |
Height | 65.6 in | 64.2 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 171.9 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 104.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1202 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 800 lbs | |
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