Chevrolet Trax vs Nissan Kicks
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 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 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,700 (best) | $22,790 |
| Lowest listing price | $19,219 | $18,995 (best) |
| Median listing price | $25,590 | $18,995 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $29,780 | $18,995 (best) |
| For sale now | 39 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 32 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 | — | 908 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,983 lbs (best) | 2,994 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 | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 $21,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $22,790 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 1RS $23,200 MSRP | S $24,290 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $23,200 MSRP | SV $24,490 MSRP |
| 4 | 2RS $25,400 MSRP | SV $26,490 MSRP |
| 5 | ACTIV $25,400 MSRP | SR $26,990 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SR $28,790 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Rock Creek $28,840 MSRP |
Live inventory
Chevrolet Trax39 for sale
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Used2026 Chevrolet Trax
LS
Apex Red•Jet Black/Gray With Blue Accents, Cloth Seat Trim17,244 mi$21,999Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
New2026 Chevrolet Trax
ACTIV
Mosaic Black Metallic•Jet Black With Artemis Accents, Evotex Seat TrimN/A$28,030Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
New2026 Chevrolet Trax
ACTIV
Cacti Green•Jet Black With Artemis Accents, Evotex Seat TrimN/A$28,030Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2024 Chevrolet Trax
LT
Mosaic Black Metallic•Jet Black With Blue Accents, Cloth/Evotex Seat Trim87,000 mi$19,219Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
New2026 Chevrolet Trax
LT
Cypress Gray•Jet Black With Blue Accents, Cloth/Evotex Seat TrimN/A$25,035Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
New2026 Chevrolet Trax
LT
Mosaic Black Metallic•Jet Black With Yellow Accents, Cloth/Evotex Seat TrimN/A$25,630Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Nissan Kicks1 for sale
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Chevrolet Trax vs Nissan Kicks FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Chevrolet Trax vs 2027 Nissan Kicks on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Chevrolet Trax starts lower at $21,700. Live Chevrolet Trax listings start at $19,219. Live Nissan Kicks listings start at $18,995.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Trax leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,700).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Trax leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
- The 2027 Nissan Kicks leads on horsepower in this comparison (141).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Chevrolet Trax vs 2027 Nissan Kicks?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Trax (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).