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2026 Nissan Kicks Performance Guide

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New Nissan Kicks Performance Guide at Medicine Hat Nissan

We’ve talked about what’s new on the 2026 Nissan Kicks, but what we didn’t mention was its 2.0 L 4-Cylinder engine with up to 141 horsepower and 140 pound-feet of torque. As well as outputting solid performance numbers for as little as 7.4 L of fuel per 100 km, the 2026 Nissan Kicks has plenty of tools under its belt to deliver a confident, spirited ride wherever you’re headed. Trust available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive for slippery roads or uneven terrain, and sail through the streets of Medicine Hat with the 2026 Kicks’ Integrated Dynamics-Control Module with Active Ride Control and more. Keep reading as the experts at Medicine Hat Nissan guide you through what else the 2026 Nissan Kicks has to offer, and stop by our showroom or get in touch to take a test drive!

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2026 Nissan Kicks Performance Specs

Thanks to its 2.0 L 4-Cylinder Engine, the 2026 Nissan Kicks achieves up to 141 horsepower and 140 pound-feet of torque, all while consuming just 8.5 L per 100 km of fuel in the city and 6.9 L per 100 km on the highway, aided by the 2026 Kicks’ Active Grille Shutters and Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission.

It’s not all about the numbers, though. The 2026 Nissan Kicks employs an Integrated Dynamics-Control Module with available Active Ride Control, Intelligent Trace Control, and an Intelligent Engine Brake, which combine to ensure your drive feels smooth, stable, and confident every single time.

A silver 2026 Nissan Kicks with a red roof drives through a tunnel

2026 Nissan Kicks Engine Specifications

Engine 

2.0 L 4-Cylinder

Horsepower 

141

Torque (lb-ft)

140

Fuel Economy 

(L/100 km)

City: 8.5

Hwy: 6.9

Combo: 7.4

Transmission

Xtronic CVT 

A red 2026 Nissan Kicks drives past a concrete structure with a yellow roof

Is the 2026 Nissan Kicks AWD?

Yes, the 2026 Nissan Kicks is available with Intelligent All-Wheel Drive that consistently monitors the road ahead for changing conditions, such as slippery ice, rain, or snow. If the system detects wheelslip, then it will quickly redirect your torque to whichever wheels need it, increasing your traction and strengthening your hold on the road. To that end, the 2026 Kicks’ AWD models exclusively offer Snow Mode to help you push on through winter weather.

Shop the 2026 Nissan Kicks at Medicine Hat Nissan

Find your 2026 Nissan Kicks now at Medicine Hat Nissan in Medicine Hat, AB! Our automotive experts are happy to help you get behind the wheel of your ideal 2026 Kicks or any of our other hand-picked vehicles, specifically curated for life in Southern Alberta! Stop by the showroom or shop online today to take advantage of our exclusive deals and financing options! New to Canada? Let our friendly team guide you through the car buying process, no Canadian credit history needed*!