Toyota RAV4 vs. Nissan Kicks
When we compare the Toyota RAV4's and the Nissan Kicks's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan Kicks has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Toyota RAV4's and the Nissan Kicks's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Toyota RAV4 vs. Nissan Kicks Pricing
A used 2024 Toyota RAV4 ranges from $30,382 to $40,300 while a used 2024 Nissan Kicks is priced between $22,795 to $27,130. For a new model, the Toyota RAV4's price is between $30,958 and $41,590, with the Nissan Kicks priced between $22,451 and $27,717.
Toyota RAV4 vs. Nissan Kicks Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota RAV4 loses 34.7 percent of its value and the Nissan Kicks loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 retains 9.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Kicks.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota RAV4’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the Nissan Kicks base engine makes 122 horsepower. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 508 miles. The Kicks is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 389 miles.This gives the Nissan Kicks the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Toyota RAV4 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota RAV4, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Kicks, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Toyota RAV4 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.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30958 - 41590
Used Asking Price:
30382 - 40300
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.347266
Pricing
New Asking Price:
22451 - 27717
Used Asking Price:
22795 - 27130
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.444392
Toyota RAV4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.634471 / 10
Reliability:
8.403413 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Nissan Kicks Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 56Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
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2 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 66Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 56Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
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15 out of / 56Ranking
19 out of / 56Ranking
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22 out of / 49Ranking
23 out of / 66Ranking
23 out of / 58Ranking
23 out of / 56Ranking
29 out of / 56Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
37 out of / 66Ranking
55 out of / 56Ranking
56 out of / 56Ranking
64 out of / 66Ranking
64 out of / 66Nissan Kicks Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 58Ranking
3 out of / 49Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 16Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 56Ranking
8 out of / 56Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
19 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 20Ranking
44 out of / 56Ranking
54 out of / 66Ranking
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55 out of / 56Ranking
65 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels
Adventure, LE, Limited, TRD Off-Road, XLE, XLE Premium
Nissan Kicks Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 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):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 508 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
37.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.4 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:
3370 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2629 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
63.3 inches
Length:
169.1 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16