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Chevrolet Trax vs. Nissan Kicks

When comparing the Chevrolet Trax to the Nissan Kicks, the Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Nissan Kicks has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Trax versus the Nissan Kicks, the Nissan Kicks is a better car than the Chevrolet Trax.

Chevrolet Trax versus Nissan Kicks Pricing

A used 2022 Chevrolet Trax ranges from $20,990 to $27,885 while a used 2023 Nissan Kicks is priced between $22,288 to $27,925. For a new model, the Chevrolet Trax's price is between $22,751 and $26,430, with the Nissan Kicks priced between $22,075 and $27,628.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Chevrolet Trax’s base engine makes 155 horsepower, and the Nissan Kicks base engine makes 122 horsepower. The Trax is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The Kicks is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 389 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Nissan Kicks has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Nissan Kicks has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Trax has higher safety ratings than the Nissan Kicks, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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2022 Chevrolet Trax

2023 Nissan Kicks

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$22,751 - $26,430

Used Asking Price:

$20,990 - $27,885

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

44.5%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$22,075 - $27,628

Used Asking Price:

$22,288 - $27,925

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

44.4%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.8 / 10

Reliability:

6.1 / 10

Retained Value:

7.4 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.4 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

4 / 18
6 / 18
12 / 18
13 / 61

Subcompact SUVs with Best Resale Value

16 / 18
24 / 61
29 / 61
33 / 61

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

36 / 61

iSeeCars Rankings

1 / 18
2 / 61

Subcompact SUVs with Best Resale Value

14 / 18

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

34 / 61
55 / 61

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

Not yet available

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Not yet available

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

LS, LT

Trim Levels

S, SR, SV

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

155 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque:

177 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.050 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

122 hp @ 6300 rpm

Torque:

114 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.045 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

24 / 32 / 27

Range (city/hwy):

336 / 448 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

31 / 36 / 33

Range (city/hwy):

335 / 389 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

52.8 inches

Cargo Space:

18.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

48.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

111.5 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

53 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

33.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.2 inches

Cargo Space:

25.3 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

53.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

118.0 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3124 lbs

Width:

69.9 inches

Height:

64.9 inches

Length:

167.6 inches

Wheelbase:

100.6 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.2 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2685 lbs

Width:

69.3 inches

Height:

63.3 inches

Length:

169.6 inches

Wheelbase:

103.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

7 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum

Tire Size:

P205/70R16

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P205/60R16