Jeddah: The experts at Good Housekeeping partnered with Car and Driver to examine a brew of 50 new vehicles, picking top-rated models in various categories. The Nissan Kicks emerged as the leader in the highly competitive subcompact crossover segment.

Using industry standards and proprietary protocols, the Good Housekeeping/Car and Driver testers rated the vehicles on safety, value, handling, design and technology – all strong areas of the Nissan Kicks design.

Writing about the new Kicks, the editors noted, "This super-affordable model checks all the boxes you want in a first car: great fuel economy, a smooth, comfortable ride and standard safety features, along with some extras you wouldn't normally expect."

And, in their "Lab Lowdown" they concluded, "When it comes to the Kicks, it's all about value. You won't find a more solid car at this great of a price." The starting price for the Nissan Kicks is SAR 58,500.

The 2019 Nissan Kicks is offered in three models: Kicks S, Kicks SV and Kicks SR. Each is equipped with a standard 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with Continuous Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS). The engine is rated at 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque. Combined with a smooth, fuel-efficient Xtronic transmission, fuel economy2 is rated at 33 mpg combined.

The interior provides ample passenger space throughout the cabin, including best-in-class3 front seat legroom. Kicks also offers an EPA-rated 32.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded down. Kicks has modern and simple "Gliding Wing" instrument panel design is dominated by a centrally mounted 7.0-inch color display housing a comprehensive infotainment system with available Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ smartphone connectivity.

For the ultimate audio experience, the Kicks SR Premium Package includes the class-exclusive3 Bose®Personal® Plus sound system with a pair of lightweight 2.5-inch Bose® UltraNearfield™ neodymium speakers located inside the Kicks driver's seat headrest. Among the other on-board technology, Kicks features an available Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM). Safety, security and driver convenience features are strong points for Nissan Kicks. Automatic Emergency Braking4 is standard on all grade levels, along with seven air bags and RearView Monitor. Kicks SV and Kicks SR add Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

For more information on the 2019 Kicks and the rest of the Nissan lineup, visit https://en.nissan-saudiarabia.com/ 

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About Nissan Saudi Arabia
Nissan has a strong heritage in KSA, dating back to the early 50’s. Nissan is committed to becoming a powerful force in the automotive sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through a host of new models, a completely structured sales network and firm focus on providing customers the best-possible service.

In November 2014, Nissan expanded its Saudi Arabian operations by announcing the creation of ‘Nissan Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd.’ as a national sales center for Nissan Middle East. Nissan Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd. is a joint venture formed with Nissan’s partner, Khaled Juffali Company. This partnership is playing an important role in bolstering Nissan’s presence in the biggest market in Middle East. Nissan established a new, fully-fledged headquarters in Jeddah staffed with over 100 high-caliber employees for the operation.

To further achieve sustainable growth and customer satisfaction excellence, Nissan announced the appointment of Petromin as a second authorized dealer in March 2016, expanding its businesses to meet market needs. Nissan Petromin will serve its Kingdom wide customers through a network of sales showrooms and service outlets with the unparalleled service network and quality operations of Petromin. Nissan plan to surpass all its competitors and achieve the number one position when it comes to excellence in customer service.

About Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, INFINITI and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2017, the company sold 5.77 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 11.9 trillion yen. On April 1, 2017, the company embarked on Nissan M.O.V.E. to 2022, a six-year plan targeting a 30% increase in annualized revenues to 16.5 trillion yen by the end of fiscal 2022, along with cumulative free cash flow of 2.5 trillion yen. As part of Nissan M.O.V.E. to 2022, the company plans to extend its leadership in electric vehicles, symbolized by the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, manages operations in six regions: Asia & Oceania; Africa, the Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America; and North America. Nissan partnered with French manufacturer Renault since 1999 and acquired a 34% stake in Mitsubishi Motors in 2016. The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance sold 10.76 million vehicles combined in calendar year 2018.

For more information about our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit
nissan-global.com. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn and see all our latest videos on YouTube.

Media contacts
Abdalla Suboh
Manager - Corporate Communications & Sponsorships
Nissan Saudi Arabia
E-mail: Abdalla.suboh@nissan-me.ae
Amjed Alfaraj
Edelman Middle East
Tel: +966 54 790 3683
E-mail: amjed.alfaraj@Edelman.com 

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