Nissan unveils 'all-new' Kicks aimed at Southeast Asia
New look, familiar underpinnings — a partial update
Emphasizes efficiency with e-POWER HYBE
Nissan unveiled its \"all-new\" Kicks crossover at the Bangkok International Motor Show as it targets the Southeast Asian market. The model reads more like a significant facelift of the current Kicks than a full redesign.
The car closely mirrors the version sold in South America as the Kait, with the rear badge being one of the few visual differences.
Nissan continues its strategy of region-specific models to improve responsiveness to local markets while keeping production efficiency high.
Design changes: slightly larger body
The exterior gains a redesigned bumper and grille compared with the current Kicks, and adopts a split headlamp arrangement and new taillights for a cleaner, more modern profile.
The body is slightly larger: overall length increases by 10 mm to 4,300 mm (about 169.3 in), and the wheelbase extends to 2,620 mm (about 103.1 in), which should yield modest interior space improvements.
Despite those changes, the overall silhouette remains familiar, reinforcing the impression that this is a mid-cycle update rather than a full generational change.
Interior upgrades: bolstered digital amenities
The dashboard has been partially redesigned: circular side vents give way to rectangular outlets, and the infotainment now uses a mounted display.
Base models come with a 9-inch screen, while upper trims get a 12.3-inch touchscreen. The package also includes a 7-inch instrument display, automatic climate control, adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking as standard equipment.
Higher trims add a 360-degree camera, lane-keeping assist and a digital rearview mirror, sharpening the model's competitive equipment list.
e-POWER HYBE system retained
Targeting the Southeast Asian market
The powertrain carries over the e-POWER HYBE setup: a 1.2-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine operates solely as a generator, while a 136-hp electric motor provides propulsion.
That arrangement aims to deliver an EV-like driving experience without the need for plug-in charging, a practical efficiency play for Southeast Asian buyers.
Nissan will build the Kicks in Thailand and price it at roughly 839,000–929,000 baht (about $28,390). Introductory discounts will be available for early buyers.
Industry observers expect Nissan to expand the model's availability to other Southeast Asian markets, where it should play an important role in the brand's regional strategy.
