The 2020 Nissan Kicks e-POWER is the crossover that drives like an EV but drinks petrol. Origin: Japan (Manufactured in Thailand for the JDM market). First Generation: Launched globally in 2016, but the e-POWER model arrived in **June 2020**. Current Generation: 2nd Generation (P16, launched 2024). It replaces the Nissan Juke with something more practical, spacious, and efficient. Note: In auction lists, this is often mistakenly labeled as "NISSAN KIX" (which was an older mini-SUV), but make no mistake—this is the modern P15 crossover.

The e-POWER system is unique:

• e-POWER (HR12DE Generator + EM57 Motor): 127 HP / 260 Nm. STANDARD Unlike a Toyota Hybrid, the 1.2L petrol engine never drives the wheels directly. It simply acts as a generator to charge the battery. The electric motor drives the wheels 100% of the time. This gives you the instant torque and smooth acceleration of an EV, without range anxiety.

• Zero Gravity Seats: Nissan's famous comfortable seats are standard. The dashboard features a "Gliding Wing" design with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster.
• Class-Leading Boot: The boot offers 432 Litres of space, which is significantly larger than the Mazda CX-3 or Toyota C-HR. The rear seats fold flat for carrying larger items.

• Consumption: 21–23 km/l. The engine runs at optimal RPM to charge the battery, maximizing efficiency in city traffic.
• Service: You still need to change oil and filters for the 1.2L generator engine. Brake pads last forever due to regenerative braking (e-Pedal).
• One-Pedal Driving: The "e-Pedal" mode allows you to accelerate and decelerate just by lifting off the throttle, making city driving incredibly relaxing.

Urban Crossover: 170mm clearance is decent for a city car. It handles speed bumps well. However, it is FWD only, so it is not an off-roader. Ideally suited for Nairobi's traffic jams where the EV drive shines.

Features ProPILOT (on high trims) for semi-autonomous highway driving. Intelligent Emergency Braking is standard. The e-POWER system has been proven in the Note e-POWER and is very reliable.

The following prices represent the cost of buying a 2020 Nissan Kicks e-POWER (P15) in Kenya. These prices reflect showroom asking prices in major towns including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret.

Who is this for? The driver who wants the smooth, silent acceleration of an electric car but lives in an apartment with no charging point. Who is it NOT for? Highway speed demons—efficiency drops significantly above 110km/h.