Nissan Kicks vs Honda HR-V in Wilkes Barre, PA

Nissan Kicks vs Honda HR-V in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Nissan Kicks vs Honda HR-V: Which is the Better Option?

The 2027 Nissan Kicks and 2027 Honda HR-V take different approaches to the small-SUV formula. The Honda HR-V has more horsepower and extra rear-seat legroom. The Nissan Kicks delivers better fuel efficiency, slightly more torque, more ground clearance, a shorter body, and greater maximum cargo capacity. Those differences make the Nissan Kicks a strong match for Wilkes-Barre shoppers who need a reliable vehicle for commuting, winter weather, errands, and weekend trips.

Nissan Kicks

Honda HR-V

Performance

Nissan Kicks

The Nissan Kicks uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 141 horsepower and 140 pound-feet of torque through an Xtronic continuously variable transmission. Front-wheel-drive (FWD) models return an estimated 28 mpg in the city, 35 mpg on the highway, and 31 mpg combined. Available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) adds traction for wet pavement and winter conditions, and every variant provides 8.4 inches of ground clearance. That clearance can help around Scranton after snowfall leaves packed snow along curbs and side streets.

Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V also uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a continuously variable transmission. Its 158 horsepower tops the Nissan Kicks, but it delivers only 138 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel-drive (FWD) models get 26 mpg in the city, 32 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg combined. Real Time AWD is available, and Snow mode is standard. Ground clearance reaches 7.0 inches on the LX and EX-L or 7.3 inches on the Sport, giving the Nissan Kicks more room underneath.

Interior

Nissan Kicks

The Nissan Kicks seats five and uses its compact footprint well. Front passengers get 42.7 inches of legroom, and front-wheel-drive (FWD) configurations offer 30 cubic feet of cargo room behind the second row. Folding the 60/40-split rear seat expands the space to 60 cubic feet. At 171.9 inches long, the Nissan Kicks also fits more easily into crowded parking areas around Dunmore. A wide cargo opening helps with luggage, groceries, pet gear, and bulky purchases.

Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V gives rear passengers more legroom at 37.7 inches versus 34.5 inches in the Nissan Kicks. Cargo capacity reaches 24.4 cubic feet behind the second row and 55.1 cubic feet with it folded. The Honda HR-V measures 179.8 inches long, nearly eight inches longer than the Nissan Kicks. Buyers who regularly carry adult passengers in the back may prefer its rear-seat dimensions, though the Nissan Kicks carries more cargo at maximum capacity in a much shorter vehicle.

Technology

Nissan Kicks

The Nissan Kicks starts with a 12.3-inch NissanConnect touchscreen, giving the entry model a larger central display than the Honda HR-V. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are available, and top trims add a 12.3-inch digital gauge display, wireless charging, and an available Bose Personal Plus audio system. An available Intelligent Around View Monitor creates a composite 360-degree overhead view to help with parking and close-quarters maneuvering.

Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V includes a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, a 7-inch TFT driver display, and wireless phone charging. Upper trims add more speakers and convenience equipment. Its interface covers the essentials, though the Nissan Kicks offers a larger central screen and an available dual 12.3-inch display layout. That extra screen area is useful for navigation, audio menus, and vehicle information.

Safety

Nissan Kicks

The Nissan Kicks includes standard Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection and offers driver-assistance features, including ProPILOT Assist, Intelligent Lane Intervention, Rear Automatic Braking, and the Intelligent Around View Monitor. ProPILOT Assist combines adaptive cruise-control functions with steering assistance and can help manage stop-and-go highway traffic. The camera system adds another useful layer when maneuvering through crowded lots or tight spaces.

Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V includes Honda Sensing, with Collision Mitigation Braking System, Road Departure Mitigation, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System, and Traffic Sign Recognition. Blind Spot Information and parking sensors are also offered depending on trim. The Honda HR-V covers the core driver-assistance functions well, yet the Nissan Kicks adds available 360-degree camera coverage and ProPILOT Assist for parking and highway driving.

The Clear Winner: the Nissan Kicks at Tom Hesser Nissan

The 2027 Nissan Kicks earns the edge with features drivers use regularly: better fuel economy, 8.4 inches of ground clearance, up to 60 cubic feet of cargo room, a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, and a shorter body than the Honda HR-V. Available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and ProPILOT Assist further broaden its usefulness. The result is a small SUV suited to northeastern Pennsylvania commuting, errands, changing weather, and longer trips.

For more information about the new Nissan Kicks at Tom Hesser Nissan. Browse our new inventory online, contact us to check availability, and visit our Dunmore, PA, showroom to take your preferred model for a test drive.

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