As the Nissan Kicks safety rating suggests, this subcompact SUV is a safe vehicle that's perfect for families. With standard advanced driver assistance features from the Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite, tons of airbags, and impressive ratings from authoritative agencies, the Nissan Kicks is a worthy companion. Have you been wondering, "Is Nissan Kicks a safe car?" The answer is yes – experience it yourself at Wally's Nissan of Latham today.

Nissan Kicks Safety Features & Driver Assistance

Every Nissan model is as safe as it is sleek and modern, largely thanks to the Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite of driver-assistance features. This suite comes standard on the new Kicks and includes:

• Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
• High Beam Assist
• Lane Departure Warning
• Blind Spot Warning
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Rear Automatic Braking

The compact Kicks is also outfitted with an array of airbags to keep every passenger safe in a collision. A Traction Control System helps the vehicle stay the course when driving in hazardous conditions, as does Vehicle Dynamic Control. You can also get a dash camera installed as an optional upgrade.

Brake Assist, Hill Start Assist, a Low Tire Pressure Warning, Easy-Fill Tire Alert, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Intelligent Driver Alertness, Intelligent Cruise Control, and a Rear Parking Sonar system help you keep the vehicle on course – and all are standard on every trim.

Features like Nissan Kicks Lane Assist are in high demand on today's roads. This upgrade and others are available on higher-level trims:

• Active Lane Centering/Freeway Cruise Control Support
• Intelligent Lane Intervention
• 360-Degree Surround View Camera
• Traffic Sign Information System
• Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention
• Intelligent Cruise Control With Traffic Stop-Go
• Front and Rear Sonar System

Nissan Kicks IIHS Safety Rating

For 2025, the Nissan Kicks earns six "Good" ratings¹ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The 2024 model was named a Top Safety Pick¹ by the institute as a reflection of its impressive safety features and ability to manage a collision.

Nissan Kicks NHTSA Safety Rating

The new Nissan Kicks for sale has not yet been rated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), so we're waiting for the Nissan Kicks crash test ratings. We expect the NHTSA safety rating list to be available in the next few months.

Contact our Wally's Nissan of Latham specialists for details on the 2025 Nissan Kicks safety rating information available or to schedule your test drive. We'll be happy to share details we've learned since the initial Nissan Kicks release date and features showcase.

More Great News: Nissan Kicks Reliability Rating

We've discussed the Nissan Kicks safety rating and its safety features. However, safety and reliability go hand-in-hand, and the Nissan Kicks excels at both. The 2025 Nissan Kicks scores a "Great" 83 out of 100 by J.D. Power for Quality & Reliability.² This Nissan Kicks reliability score indicates low defects and design flaws, as indicated by drivers who have experienced the model firsthand – much like you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nissan Kicks safety rating for 2025?

The Nissan Kicks scores well with the IIHS, getting six "Good" ratings for 2025.¹ Although the NHTSA hasn't rated the new model yet, but we expect the results to reflect Nissan quality. J.D. Power rates the 2025 model 83 out of 100² in Quality and Reliability. It also has a strong history of safety, as it was named a 2024 Top Safety Pick¹ by the IIHS.

Does the Nissan Kicks have good reliability and safety features?

The 2025 Nissan Kicks is a crossover that balances safety with a rugged frame. It comes standard with excellent safety features and reliable perks like a RearView Monitor and the Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite of features, including:

• Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
• High Beam Assist
• Lane Departure Warning
• Blind Spot Warning
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Rear Automatic Braking

How does the Nissan Kicks compare to other compact SUVs in safety?

The Nissan Kicks outperforms the Honda HR-V (only five "Good" IIHS ratings³) and Kia Seltos (only three "Good" IIHS ratings⁴). Meanwhile, the 2025 Nissan Kicks receives six "Good" ratings from the IIHS.¹ Its "Great" 83 out of 100 J.D. Power Quality and Reliability score² also ranks higher than the Toyota Corolla Cross this year (79 out of 100⁵), making the Kicks a confidently reliable SUV.

What driver-assist features come standard in the Nissan Kicks?

The subcompact Nissan Kicks comes standard with the Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite of driver assistance features, which includes Automatic Emergency Braking and an array of alerts and warnings to keep you aware of the road environment. In addition, the Kicks includes these standard driver-assistance features:

• Brake Assist
• Intelligent Driver Alertness
• Intelligent Cruise Control
• Rear Sonar System parking sensor

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Is the Nissan Kicks fuel-efficient while maintaining top safety?

The Nissan Kicks is a nimble crossover that gets an EPA-estimated 28/35/31 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)⁶ on models with FWD. Swap to AWD, and the Kicks gets an EPA-estimated 27/34/30 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).⁷ These values are provided while offering safety features like standard Automatic Emergency Braking and High Beam Assist. A 360-Degree Camera, Active Lane Keep Assist, and other features are available.

¹Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this award, visit https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/nissan/kicks-4-door-suv/2025

²Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this rating, visit https://www.jdpower.com/cars/2025/nissan/kicks

³Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this award, visit https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/honda/hr-v-4-door-suv/2025

⁴Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this award, visit https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/kia/seltos-4-door-suv/2025

⁵Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this rating, visit https://www.jdpower.com/cars/2025/toyota/corolla-cross

⁶2025 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates. 28 City MPG / 35 Highway MPG / 31 Combined MPG for S, SV, SR with FWD. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only.

⁷2025 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates. 27 City MPG / 34 Highway MPG / 30 Combined MPG for S, SV, SR with AWD. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only.