Hyundai Elantra GT vs Nissan Kicks
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Kicks
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | S |
| Body style | Hatchback | 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 | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,650 (best) | $22,430 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal (best) | 11.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 161 hp (best) | 141 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft (best) | 140 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 55.1 cu ft | 60 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,025 lbs (best) | 900 lbs |
| Curb weight | 2,943 lbs (best) | 3,002 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in | 8.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 104.6 in (best) |
| Length | 170.9 in | 171.9 in (best) |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.9 in (best) |
| Height | 57.7 in | 64.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| 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 | Hyundai Elantra GT | Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $20,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $22,430 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | N Line $23,500 MSRP | S $23,930 MSRP |
| 3 | N Line $24,600 MSRP | SV $24,170 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SV $25,820 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SR $26,660 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SR $28,160 MSRP |