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Ford Fiesta vs Nissan Kicks

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2019 Ford Fiesta

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2027 Nissan Kicks

Overview

SpecFord FiestaSNissan KicksS
Selected trimSS
Body styleSedanSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20192027

Pricing & market

SpecFord FiestaSNissan KicksS
MSRP$14,260 (best)$22,790
Lowest listing price—$19,394 (best)
Median listing price—$19,394 (best)
Highest listing price—$19,394 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FiestaSNissan KicksS
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)—
City MPG27 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank12.4 gal (best)11.9 gal

Performance

SpecFord FiestaSNissan KicksS
Horsepower120 hp141 hp (best)
Torque112 lb-ft140 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.6 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FiestaSNissan KicksS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume12.8 cu ft60 cu ft (best)
Payload—908 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,578 lbs (best)2,994 lbs
Ground clearance—8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase98 in104.6 in (best)
Length173.5 in (best)171.9 in
Width67.8 in70.9 in (best)
Height58.1 in64.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FiestaSNissan KicksS
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)3None reported (best)

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.

TrimFord FiestaNissan Kicks
1

S

$14,260 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$22,790 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S Fleet

$14,560 MSRP

S

$24,290 MSRP

3

SE

$15,490 MSRP

SV

$24,490 MSRP

4

SE

$15,790 MSRP

SV

$26,490 MSRP

5

ST Line

$17,625 MSRP

SR

$26,990 MSRP

6

ST

$21,340 MSRP

SR

$28,790 MSRP

7—

Rock Creek

$28,840 MSRP

Live inventory

Ford Fiesta vs Nissan Kicks FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Ford Fiesta 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: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Fiesta starts lower at $14,260. Live Nissan Kicks listings start at $19,394.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
The 2019 Ford Fiesta leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (14,260).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
The 2019 Ford Fiesta leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2027 Nissan Kicks?
The 2019 Ford Fiesta leads on horsepower in this comparison (197).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Ford Fiesta vs 2027 Nissan Kicks?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Fiesta (4/5 NHTSA overall).