Nissan Kicks MPG
EPA fuel economy for 12 Nissan Kicks trims sold from 2018 to 2026. Best ever: 33 MPG (2025 Kicks Play). Latest model year 2026: 30 to 31 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Nissan Kicks fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2026 Nissan Kicks to fuel is the Kicks, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (31 MPG) at $2,010 a year. The Kicks AWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (30 MPG) costs $2,080, so the thriftier trim saves $70 a year and $350 over five years.
| 2026 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kicks | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | $2,010 | cheapest |
| Kicks AWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | AWD | Regular | 30 | $2,080 | +$70 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Nissan Kicks MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 31 | 28 | 35 | Kicks, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 2 |
| 2025 | 33 | 31 | 36 | Kicks Play, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 3 |
| 2024 | 33 | 31 | 36 | Kicks, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2023 | 33 | 31 | 36 | Kicks, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2022 | 33 | 31 | 36 | Kicks, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2021 | 33 | 31 | 36 | Kicks, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2020 | 33 | 31 | 36 | Kicks, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2019 | 33 | 31 | 36 | Kicks, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2018 | 33 | 31 | 36 | Kicks, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
Every Nissan Kicks trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Kicks | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 | 287 | $2,010 |
| 2026 | Kicks AWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | AWD | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 | 299 | $2,080 |
| 2025 | Kicks Play | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | 268 | $1,890 |
| 2025 | Kicks | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 | 287 | $2,010 |
| 2025 | Kicks AWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | AWD | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 | 299 | $2,080 |
| 2024 | Kicks | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | 269 | $1,890 |
| 2023 | Kicks | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | 269 | $1,890 |
| 2022 | Kicks | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | 269 | $1,890 |
| 2021 | Kicks | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | 269 | $1,890 |
| 2020 | Kicks | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | 268 | $1,890 |
| 2019 | Kicks | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | 271 | $1,890 |
| 2018 | Kicks | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | 272 | $1,890 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2026 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard RWD (18in Wheels) | 138 | 148 | 129 |
| 2026 Toyota bZ (energy capacity 191 Ah) | 131 | 143 | 119 |
| 2026 Subaru Uncharted | 129 | 140 | 118 |
| 2026 Lexus RZ 350e FWD (18 inch wheels) | 126 | 136 | 115 |
| 2026 Volvo EX30 Single motor extended range | 116 | 127 | 104 |
| 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard range | 115 | 131 | 100 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Nissan Kicks?
The most efficient Nissan Kicks the EPA has rated is the 2025 Kicks Play at 33 MPG combined (31 city, 36 highway).
What MPG does the 2026 Nissan Kicks get?
2026 Nissan Kicks trims range from 30 to 31 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Nissan Kicks has the worst fuel economy?
The 2026 Kicks AWD is the lowest rated at 30 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Nissan Kicks for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2026 Nissan Kicks to fuel is the Kicks, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (31 MPG) at $2,010 a year. The Kicks AWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (30 MPG) costs $2,080, so the thriftier trim saves $70 a year and $350 over five years.
More from Nissan: every Nissan model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Midsize Cars, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.