2019 Nissan Kicks to launch in India on January 22
The 2019 Nissan Kicks, which was unveiled in India in October, will be launched on January 22. The sub-compact SUV sports a new design, dual-tone paint finish, revamped interiors, and several smart technology features including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Notably, the bookings for the upcoming car are officially open in India. Here's our roundup of 2019 Nissan Kicks.
Nissan Kicks: At a glance
Based on the company's B0 platform, the India-specific variant is bigger than the global variants with a wheelbase of 2,673mm and a ground clearance of over 200mm. Up front, the subcompact SUV sports the signature V-motion grille, large projector headlights with boomerang-shaped DRLs, and extended claddings. Further, the car gets sharp LED taillamps, curved tailgate, large bumper with diffuser and rides on 17-inch wheels.
Inside the cabin
The India variant of Nissan Kicks offers slightly tweaked interiors with a dual-tone black and brown interiors and a roomier cabin than its global counterpart. The SUV gets a large touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. You also get a 360-degree camera setup, smartwatch integration, 4 airbags, cruise control, hill start assist, and cornering lights among other features.
Under the hood
In India, Nissan Kicks is available with both petrol and diesel options. The petrol model gets a 1.5-liter engine which delivers 104bhp and 142Nm of peak torque, while the diesel variant offers a 1.5-liter engine that churns out 108bhp and 240Nm of torque. The petrol engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission whereas the diesel model gets a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Availability and pricing
The India-specific Kicks is being locally manufactured at Renault and Nissan's jointly owned plant in Chennai. This all-new SUV, set to rival Renault Captur, Suzuki S-Cross, and Hyundai Creta, will go on sale in India on January 22. Lastly, the upcoming Kicks is expected to launch at a starting price of around Rs. 11 lakh.
