Chevrolet Trax vs Nissan Kicks
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Kicks
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,600 (best) | $22,430 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal (best) | 11.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 137 hp | 141 hp (best) |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft (best) | 140 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.2 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I3 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 54.1 cu ft | 60 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 900 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,983 lbs (best) | 3,002 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in | 8.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106 in (best) | 104.6 in |
| Length | 178.6 in (best) | 171.9 in |
| Width | 71.8 in (best) | 70.9 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 64.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Trax | Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $21,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $22,430 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 1RS $23,100 MSRP | S $23,930 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $23,100 MSRP | SV $24,170 MSRP |
| 4 | 2RS $25,300 MSRP | SV $25,820 MSRP |
| 5 | ACTIV $25,300 MSRP | SR $26,660 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SR $28,160 MSRP |