The Nissan Kicks Play spans 2025–2026 with 0 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. It delivers up to 33 mpg combined and 4-star NHTSA safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Nissan Kicks Play is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2025 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Nissan Kicks Play VIN — every digit explained
Every Nissan Kicks Play carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Nissan and the country it was built in (real Nissan codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Kicks Play.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- USA1N4 · 1N6 · 5BZ · 5N1
- Mexico3N1 · 3N6 · 3N8 · 3PC
- JapanJN1 · JN6 · JN8
- UKSJK
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Kicks Play, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Nissan Kicks Play have?
The Nissan Kicks Play has 0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2025–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
Best and worst years for the Nissan Kicks Play
The Nissan Kicks Play is still new (2025–2026) — no owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA yet, so there aren't best- or worst-year trends to report. That's typical for a recent model; check back as it builds a track record.
What are the most common Nissan Kicks Play problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the Nissan Kicks Play yet. It's a recent model (2025–2026) — a good early sign, but it also means there isn't enough history for a problem breakdown. As owners report issues, the most-common Kicks Play problems will appear here.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Nissan Kicks Play specifications & dimensions
The 2025–2026 Nissan Kicks Play measures 170″ long on a 103″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 2,692 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Nissan Kicks Play window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–2026 | 170″ | 69″ | 63″ | 103″ | 2,692 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Nissan Kicks Play cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Kicks Play holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 101 cu ft of passenger volume and 25 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Nissan Kicks Play tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Nissan Kicks Play get?
The Nissan Kicks Play returns up to 33 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $1,900/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2026 Nissan Kicks Play (2.5L 4-cyl) gets 30 mpg combined and costs about $2,100/yr to fuel, emitting 297 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 6/10) — that's about $500 saved over 5 years versus the average new vehicle.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Kicks Play | 26 | 36 | $2,100 | 297 | — | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2025 Kicks Play | 31 | 36 | $1,900 | 268 | 6/10 | 1.6L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the Kicks Play stacks up against the most fuel-efficient sedans, or calculate this Kicks Play's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Nissan Kicks Play have? Power & range
The Nissan Kicks Play is offered with 1 powertrain — 2.5L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl | 2.5L · 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | Regular |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
How much does a Nissan Kicks Play cost to own?
A Nissan Kicks Play tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 75% | $22,500 | −$7,500 |
| Year 2 | 63% | $18,900 | −$11,100 |
| Year 3 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 4 | 44% | $13,200 | −$16,800 |
| Year 5 | 37% | $11,100 | −$18,900 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Kicks Play loses about 63% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $9,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Kicks Play ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Nissan Kicks Play to insure?
A Nissan Kicks Play costs about $1,598 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 11% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (111, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the Kicks Play's HLDI loss index. See Nissan insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Nissan Kicks Play safe?
The Nissan Kicks Play earns up to 4-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:
| Year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Kicks Play | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.
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How many miles does a Nissan Kicks Play last?
A well-maintained Nissan Kicks Play typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Nissan Kicks Play’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Kicks Play’s VIN free →All Nissan Kicks Play model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Nissan Kicks Play — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Kicks Play | 0 | — | |
| 2025 Kicks Play | 0 | ★★★★☆ |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Kicks Play?
The Nissan Kicks Play is too new for owner-complaint trends — no complaints have been filed with NHTSA yet.
How many recalls does the Kicks Play have?
0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2025–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Nissan recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the Kicks Play get?
Up to 33 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
Is the Kicks Play safe?
The Kicks Play earns up to 4-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.
How many miles does a Kicks Play last?
A well-maintained Kicks Play typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Kicks Play reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Kicks Play is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Nissan Kicks Play warranty?
New Nissan models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Nissan dealer.
Where is the Nissan Kicks Play made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Kicks Play's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Nissan may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much does a Kicks Play weigh?
The Kicks Play's curb weight is around 2,692 lb. Its GVWR — the maximum loaded weight — decodes from the VIN.
How much ground clearance does the Kicks Play have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.