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2018 Nissan

Kicks

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.6 L

Nissan Kicks: best and worst years
2018 Nissan Kicks
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Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
91
Axle ratio
3.92
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
36 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
31 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
33 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$1,900EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
272 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
8/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
29.1 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 3.9 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
82

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER17%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15%
  • ENGINE14%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE12%
  • SERVICE BRAKES10%
  • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 147 total.

Nissan Kicks: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.