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2026 Nissan Kicks Play Review - Affordable Style, Smart Tech & Youthful Vibes

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2026 Nissan Kicks Play Review - Designed with bold style, next-gen tech, and serious value, the Kicks Play is here to shake up the subcompact SUV scene in the U.S.

Exterior Design

The 2026 Kicks Play brings fresh energy with a sportier, more expressive design. It’s youthful, urban, and ready to stand out:

  • A redesigned V-Motion grille with gloss-black and chrome elements
  • LED headlamps and DRLs that wrap into a sculpted hood
  • Two-tone paint options, including fun new combos like Electric Blue/Black or Coral Red/White
  • Floating roof with contrasting roof rails and available 17-inch or 18-inch wheels
  • The “Play” edition adds exclusive badging, color accents, and urban-inspired trims

It’s compact but bold—exactly what Gen Z and urban millennials want in 2026.

 Interior & Tech

Inside, the Kicks Play is surprisingly spacious and seriously smart:

  • New 10.8-inch touchscreen with NissanConnect infotainment
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto standard
  • Digital 7-inch driver display with customizable themes
  • Ambient interior lighting and playful color inserts are unique to the Play trim
  • Optional Bose® Personal Plus Audio system with headrest speakers
  • Flat-bottom steering wheel, modern switchgear, and available wireless charging pad
  • Rear seats fold 60/40 and offer top-class cargo space in the segment

For a small SUV, the Kicks feels way more premium than its price suggests.

Performance & Efficiency

The 2026 Kicks Play is built for city life, but don’t let its size fool you—it’s agile, efficient, and peppy:

🔹 1.6L 4-Cylinder Engine:

  • 125 horsepower, 115 lb-ft of torque
  • Smooth Xtronic CVT transmission
  • Front-wheel drive only
  • EPA-estimated 36 MPG highway, 32 MPG city

Lightweight and nimble, it’s ideal for tight urban traffic and parking. Steering and suspension have been refined for better ride comfort and improved cornering feel.

Nissan also hints at a possible mild-hybrid variant coming late in the model year to boost MPG even further.

Safety & Driver Assistance

The Kicks Play keeps you safe with a wide range of standard and available features through Nissan Safety Shield 360:

  • Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Blind Spot Warning
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • High Beam Assist
  • Rear Automatic Braking

Higher trims include Intelligent Cruise Control, Driver Attention Alert, and a 360-degree camera system—great features for first-time drivers or urban commuters.

Trims, Pricing & Features

For 2026, the Nissan Kicks lineup includes several well-equipped trims:

  • S – Starting around $22,000, includes solid safety and infotainment
  • SV – Adds larger screen, better wheels, and more comfort for around $24,000
  • SR – Sportier design, optional Bose® system, and premium touches
  • Play – Exclusive to 2026: stylish exterior details, unique interior accents, and max tech for around $26,000

Affordable, efficient, and loaded with personality—Kicks Play is perfect for drivers who want fun without overspending. 

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