2022 Nissan Kicks EL review: Base-variant hybrid crossover tested | Top Gear Philippines

[@ErnestMarvinEsteban]

probably the best hybrid car in the PH now now. Perfect in our metro manila roads. Small to fit in really tight streets, very fuel efficient, has enough ground clearance, looks modern and not very expensive compared to other hybrid offerings.

[@christiandior926]

Number 1 reason to buy this: fuel economy! I hope Nissan brings in more e-power vehicles. (Xtrail 🤞)

[@nuk3fishydude902]

Sana 🙏

[@arcaine101]

@@nuk3fishydude902 No. 1 reason not to buy hybrids/ EVs, battery cost.

[@nuk3fishydude902]

@Dee eh, I would still buy it

[@ErnestMarvinEsteban]

yes please. Kicks is too small for my needs. The xtrail epower is gonna be an instant buy for me!

[@tracy062]

@@ErnestMarvinEsteban kelan labas x trail?

[@alviyavictorialupos7453]

well I am ok with it considering I grew up riding and driving 90's car. The fuel economy and torque that it has is all I need.

[@axcclemente5199]

Me as owner of honda sx8 1997 model , iwill not complain any imperfection of that EL variant😊 i wish i can afford that EL variant

[@dennisching7738]

as may I add the e-pedal stop perfectly specially during heavy rain the becomes not slippery that's the best way to use it. its like there is no wet floor. perfect if u want safety that's what others don't have. specially when we have 9 months of rain and dirty road which is not clean. the Bluetooth on the car is every high-tech you wont have difficulties pairing it. highly responsive. the legs room is more than sufficient cause I'm 6'2 and very comfortable same as the explorer. you just need to adjust the seat. try it so you know

[@jeddpires]

Are you talking leg room at the back sir?

[@dennisching7738]

@@jeddpires front the back is fix u cant move it. the is ofcourse cant be as big as the explorer cause look at the size of the car. but the front u can drive it like an explorer. same size. and head room it can be like. cause in the explorer you can not ride with the seat max down coz u wont be able to see the front. unless your more than 6'2 then thats the time. so if your taller than me i think kicks is not gonna be as big as the explorer.

[@larrylim8050]

More honest than other reviewers.

[@nemesio888]

Value for money hybrid crossover! Love the color. Would prefer VE mid variant though coz of the safety

[@jeddpires]

The EL is perfect if you prefer getting the features of the VE/VL installed elsewhere to lower costs, and don't mind voiding the warranty.

[@thetrustysidekick3013]

I wouldn't void the warranty on an EV in this country.

[@jeddpires]

@@thetrustysidekick3013 To be fair, adding a third party 360 cam for example won't automatically void the warranty for your electric motor. However, if its determined that your third party accessories were the cause for motor failure, then say goodbye to your warranty. There's also the issue with insurance vs accessories

[@rdl3852]

It's actually a pocket rocket hatchback 😅 not really much of a crossover ... Wouldn't have it any other way 👍 small enough to be easy to drive and park, spacious enough for daily use, quick enough for spirited driving, very efficient whatever drive mode and style you use 👍👍👍

[@zoe.dimaculangan]

I’d take the 100k and upgrade that to a top of the line Alpine, Sony, Pioneer or Kenwood and have enough money for better speakers and an amp. I do wish more manufacturers come up with variants that have a base radio but with all the good stuff hard to find aftermarket such as push start and climate control

[@gurkhaman]

IMHO the EL is the way to go. looking at the brochure, not much difference from the VE except the airbags and intelligent mobility. everything else can be added on the after market side.. (touch screen ,back up cam, reverse sensors, fog lights...) just my opinion✌

[@marcs4]

This hybrid technology is actually the only one of its kind here in PH. And it's very good because the competition led Nissan to market something so innovative. And I've also heard that Ertiga Hybrid is actually using a technology similar to Toyota's new hybrid system in one if its vehicles. And both are in the same price bracket ba?

[@randel8737]

I would compare the Ertiga more with Okavango with its mild hybrid system. Both helping 7-12% in fuel efficiency. I think you could get the top of the line for less than 1.2M?

[@marcs4]

@@randel8737 both at 12% tops? didn’t know that

[@randel8737]

@@marcs4 Yes. Although it has been proven that Ertiga is a fuel saver even without the hybrid system, it gets 12.54km/l city driving on the hybrid model. I believe Yugatech made the review.

[@marcs4]

@@randel8737 thanks for that info. so what do you think about it being a hybrid now?

[@Gregory-Masovutch]

What is the average kilometer range per liter

[@mindfreeze0838]

In terms of a hybrid family car, its between this and the Ertiga Hybrid, yes one is a 7 seater but for the money youre getting more tech

[@mahoganygamefarm730]

Seriously considering PHEV or EV, however, the cost of ownership is another deal breaker here... I guess it cost more if not almost the same as the ICE. It's even at every 10k to 20k km pms, while other ICE cars such as ford is already at yearly pms. So what's the cost benefit then? Hope to see it in your next review to guide the public in their aquisition decision. Thanks Top Gear Ph...

[@irvinamodia5151]

Hopefully there will be a 7 seater e-power in the near future

[@ericdanielmangahis6826]

You'll need the money from the fuel savings when it the time comes to replace the battery. Plus the cost of servicing the internal combustion engine. I don't see the point to this. But hey to each his own. Do extensive research first for the long term cost and everything. Happy motoring.

[@raijinrasetsuii8820]

If you need to make a sudden stop, how can you do that with the e-pedal system? Pull on the handbrake?

[@bq68972]

i hope next time to have dual input power like gasoline and home AC power

[@DailyBitesofWisdom]

Thank you for this! Right now, Nissan is offering a 300k discount on Kicks, and that's why I am in this video. Very thorough review, thank you! Question: Does Nissan still have the best aircon? Calsonic? 👈😅

[@rondg2]

really? all variants?

[@DailyBitesofWisdom]

@@rondg2 not sure about that. And I am not sure if it's still up either. The discount is or was from 1.2+ to only 900+. better consult a dealer. I learned it from Gateway.

[@dominadorgeneta6126]

Just called up Nissan Santa Rosa at hindi naman daw sila nagbibigay ng 300k discount.

[@DailyBitesofWisdom]

@@dominadorgeneta6126 must have passed already.

[@DailyBitesofWisdom]

@@dominadorgeneta6126 Here's the quotation Nissan Parañaque gave me. Pero last month pa ito. NISSAN KICKS VL e-Power BANK FINANCING QUOTATION SRP - 1,539,000 20% DP - 307,800 60 mos. - 31,365 Inclusive of Lto 3years Comprehensive Insurance CMF Tint Matting Discount - 228,800 Total Cash out/ DP- 79k DP for Eastwest approval 88k DP for Other Banks

[@GS-sh4kb]

does it have bluetooth connectivity?

[@christophermontanez76]

No review for the cost of replacement of lithium battery and is the battery flood proof in case the car was submerge due to typhoon.

[@arcaine101]

Of course not. Because it would scare most buyers if they found out the cost of battery replacement lol.

[@krishjasonramos1617]

Epower has been in Japan since 2016 and there hasn't been any battery issues in their cars. Yes it could happen, but the possibility is very low. It's the same negativity that buyers had when computer boxes were first added to cars. Now computer boxes are present in every car.

[@marinerchris]

Hello, 8 Years of battery warranty

[@shinababes]

Finally a review of the base variant. Considering getting the kicks with Base variant because of the some random issues in NIM especially when raining. Edit: Topgear not doing proper research on the differences. The EL variant doesn't have Nissan's Intelligent mobility. It's only available in the VE and VL variants. Also, you can determine the difference because an EL variant has a fairly basic Nissan emblem/logo at the front, while the VE and VL variants have a somewhat 3d emblem/logo. I believe that is where the NIM sensor are located or near.

[@kristofferryantemplo7123]

Actually, he’s talking about the VE having those NIM, not the EL

[@streamingvideo6654]

Better NVH for the top of the line variant.

[@rockytorres958]

Load it full to the max then go to baguio thru kennon.

[@davisjugroop3782]

Is it a nissan engine or renault?

[@skybear51]

Maganda gawing taxi r grab

[@nracoon]

how much is the battery replacement?

[@gurkhaman]

Close to 300k

[@samsung-pm7xj]

How long does the battery last before getting a replacement?

[@PinoyBaldStacker]

​@@gurkhaman what u save in fuel get ready for battery replacemeng

[@mikeybien]

After 4 months of use, SIRA NA AIRCON. Wag kayong bibili, it's a common issue.

[@abigailong9385]

Not true ours since last year November pa ok na ok pa aircon.

[@bnet32]

And Nissan already addressed it. Software issue.

[@mikeybien]

@@bnet32 Hindi yun software issue, paplitan ba Yung Aircon kung software issue. Hindi Tama na magbenta Ng alam nila na may factory defect.

[@johnbrotata391]

Its is a heavy car that why its firm

[@ryanceasarborromeo1989]

The problem is the battery cost around 400k. It only last for 3 years.

[@ErnestMarvinEsteban]

battery has 8 years warranty

[@bnet32]

Where did that come from?

[@johnwick860]

VE model is almost perfect, shifter is ugly

[@user-ye1wn3uj7e]

To me, the problem with the car is that it looks the part of an entry level too much. Ok, yes. The car looks cheap to me.

[@Ssoonnyy]

Again, it is not hybrid, it's pure EV!

[@CHiCHiAngCHuCHu]

Battery cost after 8 yrs..... really cost😂

[@leonieilustre1076]

Mas maganda sir kong gamitin mo ang salitang pilipino para mas maraming maka unawa sir