Is the ALL NEW 2018 Nissan Kicks SR a HOME RUN or FOUL? - Raiti's Rides

[@LeadfootLou]

I like the way you keep the price point in mind. A lot of your fellow KZbin reviewers don’t do this. They’ll rate one vehicle over another never mentioning the price of either vehicle. Good job Joe!!! 👍

[@colderbeer]

Got a 2020 KICKS SR 2 weeks ago, and I love it....soooooooo much car for 22 grand !!!!!

[@Cerby1979]

Actually, the Juke is still in production. It’s no longer being sold in the US.

[@RaitisRides]

Wow, I am quite surprised thank you for that input.

[@ryansumayo4261]

I think the Juke will be back for 2020

[@fishkings423]

Ryan Sumayo Nah, I doubt it. If Nissan released the new generation kicks to the U.S. then it would also compete with the Kicks. And one or the other would cannibalize each other sales.Dumb move.

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

My favorite Nissan SUV!! Nice review Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me bring this one to you!

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

@@RaitisRidesYou're welcome Joe.

[@randykern1842]

I almost bought one of these last week. Bought a black Versa SR instead and never looked back! They’re basically the same car and one was cheaper so it was a no brainer!

[@WMW89]

You can get the premium package on the SR trim that adds Bose stereo and leatherette, and a few other things.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you fr that heads up! I really appreciate when people can contribute their info!

[@andrewj939]

Sorry I've been away for so long! It's good to be back and watch Raitis rides. I'm here to stay Joe! Stay strong 💪🙏

[@RaitisRides]

I'm so glad you are back! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! I hope all is well!

[@michaelsmith9308]

Improvements needed are: LED FOG lights Four wheel disk brakes Exterior painting of rear plastic valances Engine (GTI) power! Sr model needs to be 20,000:) Nissan make it happen and keep that WONDERFUL key fob please!

[@RaitisRides]

I think that is a perfect list! I hope Nissan is listening!

[@kelvina8250]

LED tail lights and proper center console will be great additions too.

[@kelvina8250]

LED fog lights is an easy upgrade. I did it myself on my kicks for less than $100. But LED taillights is something different.

[@JohnnyUkeOfficial]

I actually love the concept of the Nissan Kicks. It's a nice urban CUV. But I agree, rear drum brakes these days are ridiculous. I would've paid a little extra for 4-disc wheel brakes.

[@RaitisRides]

I like it better than the Juke. Everything on the inside is nicely laid out. I'm sure eventually they will put their 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo in. Thanks for watching!

[@mustafanajeeb7859]

Good review & great Nissan.

[@waynewilliams1487]

Impressive, not one zonk for the powertrain.

[@Nismo3]

It’s a small an light car that‘s the reason why it has drum brakes. In europe many small cars like this have it. Disk brakes will rust very fast.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for sharing your input!

[@sweetsendaedreamr]

I would have loved to have bought this vehicle.. but our streets are so nasty in coastal Texas that those collision sensors are going to kill the engine on those deep pool size potholes and the vehicle is too low for the seasonal flooding.

[@ahmedmughim6498]

Why Nissan took away the headrest Bose speakers?

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good question! I am sure it was an acoustics thing!

[@John-or8fz]

Masha

[@ksorsomeplace]

It looked better than expected when I saw it in person. The engine performance I can't speak to, but I wouldn't really cost Nissan much of anything to put a better engine in since utilizing said engine in more vehicles only LOWERS it's cost to the company. I'm surprised that they only offer one color inside: black. Why? Because when you visit the website you think you're really going to be able to design it to your tastes and it quickly becomes apparent that you will not be allowed to. Fuel economy, based on the weight, is not really that great. Honda Civics of similar weight do MUCH better. So, not much in the value department in my opinion. The wildest color combo with the orange Nissan charges a STEEP premium for, which is not very nice. However, the power is not really that bad considering many of the drivers I'm behind in the Philadelphia area are barely able to attain 35mph in less than a 1/4 mile. Now, over the long haul, you'll notice a deficit. But, just cruising around town, probably will seem adequate.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your great perspective! You bring up some great points and I can see where the Kicks could be appealing.

[@ksorsomeplace]

You're welcome! Enjoy your videos!

[@linchester8464]

Well i wont be surprised the Nismo version will have all four wheel disc brakes system. Plus the same 1.6 turbo engine as the Nismo Sentra and those red trims on the outside and inside and prob slap a few grand extra price tag on top of the SR trim 21k. It might have the same 2 gearbox choices of the 6 speed manual or CVT. But if the guy wants an all rounder with AWD safety. Def the Crosstrek 2.0L is still the better buy. The fully loaded Crosstrek is pricy but def worth every penny.

[@RaitisRides]

Lin Chester couldn’t agree with you more!😊👍🏻

[@sharpshooter012345]

Nice Kicks and I'm not talking about the car

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for noticing! I am a fan of Pumas!

[@dannypitassy]

"I don't love em, but I do em!" --Joe Raiti 2018

[@RaitisRides]

dannypitassy you are awesome and had me laughing my butt off!

[@dannypitassy]

Raiti's Rides just returning the favor. You say some funny things, especially about Big Guns

[@michaeldiaz2409]

😂

[@RaitisRides]

dannypitassy I have to find out who is listening!😊👍🏻

[@RaitisRides]

Michael Diaz 😉👍🏻

[@jorgeirizarry5971]

Bro!! You are killing it!! Outstanding review!! Some protein for Tom 😂😂 😂😂. Hilarious. Tom, thanks for the commitment of giving so great camera work!! As far as the vehicle, I think Nissan created a great option and there is a huge market for this type of vehicles this days. I think the could had given it the engine set up from the nismo sentra just to spice it up a little. Horrible exhaust and drum brakes...2018 really nissan?! But they know exactly what they are doing because the market or the targeted consumers for this vehicle are possible not going to care much about those things. They probably don't even know what those things are. With that being said I definitely think that from a business standpoint they nailed it. Honestly with that mpg and that price, definitely a great option. What's the warranty?

[@RaitisRides]

I'm so glad you are enjoying the jokes! I like to see who is really watching the video all the way through. Tom is the freaking man! The warranty is your standard 3yr/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper. I just really can't stand a CVT, but like you said people buying this car don't really car. It will be interesting to see what happens!

[@jorgeirizarry5971]

Raiti's Rides I think it will sell. It got the numbers, the features and the looks. I'll be surprised if they don't make the numbers.

[@RaitisRides]

jorge irizarry there are lots of people who just want something that is affordable that has some interior features. I’m sure you are right.

[@dannypitassy]

Drum brakes???!!!! These poor millennials are going retro in a bad way.

[@RaitisRides]

dannypitassy I was shocked!😮

[@tomj4731]

I have never owned a car that did not have rear drums....so not an issue for me.

[@RaitisRides]

Tom J have you driven a car without rear drums?

[@tomj4731]

I have driven cars with 4 wheel disc brakes. Did not really notice th difference. When drivers know their cars, driving and stopping is never a problem. It's no different than the comments I hear about horsepower and acceleration. People will say a certain car is dangerous because of low hp and/or slow acceleration. I owned. 78 hp Corolla for 11 years...never had a problem driving it among more powerful cars on the highway.

[@RaitisRides]

Tom J thanks for your great input!👍🏻

[@mikeyc9043]

It does have a techometer, its digital and you have to scroll through it

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the heads up on that! i appreciate the input!

[@cctvspystore]

The Juke was a funky lookin box car......

[@RaitisRides]

Mad Hatter really funky! This almost looks like a mini Rogue!

[@QuickshiftCars]

To be honest, the exterior design is a step back in my opinion. Just weird for the sake of being weird. Great video though!

[@RaitisRides]

Sirpalmtree thanks man for the compliment! I really feel Nissan is going backwards big time.

[@DearMsFabulous]

I have one and I love the exterior design. Soooo cute! My opinion of course.

[@chuckycheese84]

Rear drum brakes on a top trim is inexcusable. Base trims are fine, but a top trim should have 4-wheel discs. My new Hyundai Venue Ultimate (top trim in Canada) has 4-wheel discs

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Patrick!

[@markknox5633]

Thank goodness Nissan didn't throw a NISMO badge on it like they did with the Juke and Frontier!

[@RaitisRides]

It is probably coming! Nissan does have a Leaf NISMO if you can believe that!

[@PRviewsvlogs]

drums on rear have been on nissan on al lower end cars versa and versa notes have them

[@RaitisRides]

I understand that, but this an all new model, plus it's their top level SR option version.

[@PRviewsvlogs]

Raiti's Rides yes I get what your saying , but they are trying to keep cost down besides , with 121hp disc brakes are not needed , also drum brakes will last longer , remember the car is a cost efficient car .

[@RaitisRides]

PRviewsvlogs great point! Thank you fir sharing your perspective.👍🏻

[@PRviewsvlogs]

Raiti's Rides any time great video btw

[@RaitisRides]

that is really awesome of you to say! I really appreciate it!

[@felipemoraesdefreitas7769]

This car is good in the snow??

[@ValenNitto]

Nissan is definitely kicking the bucket now lol great review Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Ben Valenzuela thank you so much for your compliment! It really is sad what they are producing.

[@gordonphong4616]

Girl I was once interested in drives this car, needless to say I didn't feel bad it didn't work out

[@rmfinance1781]

From what little I've researched the Kona is a better buy.

[@davisz2465]

I don't know but here mexico in not safe cause the kick doesn't have VSA neither ABS brakes... Some test called moose a unit almost flip.... I sorry if don't write well but I am learning English.. I hope than USA be better grettings

[@RaitisRides]

First off your English is great! I think the USA version has a whole suite of safety features. Thank you for taking the time to comment!

[@eminmarookian7176]

That test didn't apply to the US version of the Kicks, because since 2012 all vehicles sold in the US, VSA/VSC/ESC, whatever it's called, is standard. Same for ABS.

[@JSInOrbit]

Lol how'd Tom do?

[@petercarey6883]

Good Morning Joe. Geeze, what did I miss? I leave the channel for a couple of hours, come back and BANG, 8k subscribers!? A belated congratulations. 👍🏻 Grab your bride, gently of course, and go out to a nice place for breakfast. Have Tom join you as well, just remember, no Belgian Waffles for Tom. He's in training and gets the fruit cup and skim milk. In the meantime, I'm doing my part in celebrating for the whole Raiti's Rides team and boy am I going to enjoy that Hot Fudge Brownie ala mode . . . . WITH whip cream and chocolate sprinkles!

[@RaitisRides]

Peter Carey that’s how we do it on Raiti’s Rides! We are going to the top like a rocket 🚀 We are actually going to go out to a nice dinner. Thank you for taking one for the team and eating that yummy sweet! I’m so glad you’re on this journey with us!😊👍🏻🏆

[@petercarey6883]

And as always, thanks for having the time and patience to take so many of us along. You're going to need a bigger bus though. lol This is one journey I'm enjoying just sitting back and being the passenger. Continued best wishes for safe travels. Of course taking one for team in such a manner as I previously stated is now going to cost me money. I have to go shopping later for larger waist pants and belt to match. My suspenders are still good for a couple more sizes upward though. 😂

[@RaitisRides]

Peter Carey this journey is one hell of a ride! You better buy bigger plants because we will be at 10k subscribers soon!😎👍🏻

[@petercarey6883]

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[@1232bluejays]

They save big bucks using those old drum brakes. They probably hope most people won't care

[@deviouslick5097]

Looks good in silver.

[@padistedor]

Looks like the Nissan version of the Ford EcoSport.

[@RaitisRides]

I can see that now! I do think it looks better than the Juke but it doesn't look great.

[@apache-yaquibrown4060]

I loved the roominess and simplicity of my Versa, hate the CVT and the difficulty of self maintenance. This car looks like everything is reachable under the hood. I would consider it based on the room. I have a tall teen that rather ride in the Versa due to room over the Volvo S60.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input from your expereinece!

[@EddieGarciaVQ]

I immediately skipped to the interior. I believe Nissan has some of the worst interior designs ever. Nice to see they stepped up their game with the style inside. Not too bad. Also I seen someone write drum brakes? Was that a joke

[@RaitisRides]

The interior is the best part of the Kicks. Yep, even with this being a SR level trim the car features rear drum brakes. How dumb to cut costs there!

[@dillonsrt]

The juke was a much better car mechanically, what kind of "utility" vehicle doesn't have AWD? And this thing is sooooo slow cause they didnt even put the 1.6t in it. Most people I've met at car shows as well as coworkers wont get one cause we all want awd here in new England. Of course nissan has fallen far from the fun roots they had.

[@RaitisRides]

Those are some very good points, and one of the many reasons Subaru is selling so many vehicles.

[@tomc8854]

Not my favorite cars either! I think the HR-V is a much better looking vehicle. Plus if you get a 2018 you can get a manual transmission! It’s gone in 2019. But honestly if I was getting something all wheel drive I would want something you can actually take off road like a Jeep product or the new Bronco when it comes out.

[@RaitisRides]

For a little more at this price point I would go the Subaru Crosstrek route! It may be slow and still have a CVT but the AWD is amazing in that car! PS I heard from a source that the Bronco is not going to be that off-road capable. I'm still waiting on the damn Ford Ranger to get here so that I can do a review on it!

[@tomc8854]

Raiti's Rides Yeah, that would be a better way to go , forgot about the crosstrek. It would be a shame if the new bronco isn’t off road worthy. I saw Chevy is coming out with a lame blazer . Ford should do the opposite, Bronco Raptor!

[@RaitisRides]

Tom c that Chevy Blazer is so gross.🤢. I hope the info I heard about the Bronco is wrong. Fingers crossed!

[@Cerby1979]

Home run or foul? More like a strikeout.

[@RaitisRides]

Nicholas Gauthier I’m right there with you even though I do like it better than the Juke.

[@Cerby1979]

I’ll guess in due time but not now, Nissan would put in a turbo engine for the Kicks using the 188 hp engine used by the Sentra Nismo. Only a guess but that’ll put the loaded Kicks at around $26,000.

[@RaitisRides]

There are other options I would go with with different brands.

[@FCS_Panda]

Raiti's Rides what suv/crossover would you suggest that is reliable, safe, and has a good infotainment system for under 20k

[@petercarey6883]

Nice Pumas Joe. Before you start your reviews, do you do burnouts in the water box first? lol So with drum brakes I guess Nissan is paying tribute to their roots? Somehow a Datsun by any other name is still a Datsun. 😂 Save the Wave and use those Pumas to wave and run away from this one.

[@RaitisRides]

Peter Carey OMG, you are freaking hilarious. This Nissan Kicks you would need the water box and a ton of soap to get the tires spinning. It’s surprising how people will buy this CUV and not educate themselves about things like drum brakes and CVTs. Always save the wave!👋🏻👍🏻😎

[@xanth987]

If this is the future of Nissan cuvs I will keep my mutant tree frog Juke or jump to a RAV4. Now if I could I’d take those seats with the Bose speakers in the headrests and car play and shoehorn it into my Juke and bango.

[@RaitisRides]

Nissan is really at a transition place right now. It will be interesting to see where they go from here!

[@ralphsmallblock4367]

Hello joe i am a subscriber are you interested in a nismo z 2018 interview full drive or some Mexican fun as I am in North Carolina Greensboro till Tuesday However I know your in Florida but I’m a driver as I drove to the dragons tail in North Carolina borders to Tennessee amazing country for drivers and returned the same day let me know. If it helps You ofcourse. Take care great channel

[@RaitisRides]

Ralph Smallblock that would be so amazing to do. Unfortunately the new school year is stating and I have to go back to work. I love that NC/TN area. I went up that way a lot many years ago when I rode sport bikes. My wife and I actually plan to come up for spring break. You are a luck guy!👍🏻🍀

[@jackmckechnie5801]

I'll keep my Juke...this thing is boring and plain...of course America is all about now boring cars that all look alike...The Juke is still being made and you can buy them in other countries! Good luck finding your kicks in a parking lot full of Buicks..

[@jasoncampbell7765]

Nissan Kicks is an absolute Joker especially in this SR model. Say what you want about the Juke, but my gosh at least it had some personality and performance. They could have just cleaned up the Juke a bit in style and updated the interior plus add perhaps 20 more horses to the base S/SV/SL models... But nope... They had to go with a generic, boring, and outdated vehicle named the Kicks....

[@PremierChoiceFitness]

Cool!

[@jasoncee666]

8000 boom boom ohhh yeahhhh🙋

[@RaitisRides]

Jason C I’m glad you liked it!👍🏻

[@jasoncee666]

Raiti's Rides like the reviews man not really that car hey. Hmmm drum brakes Nissan oh dear! Ya know the 8000 was for your subs tho hey👍

[@RaitisRides]

Jason C I was wondering why you typed that😂. It’s 7:45 am and I just woke up and always answer comments first! I appreciate your awesome support!!😊👍🏻

[@alphazoomii9408]

That horsepower is zzzzz. It should at least have been 190HP.

[@RaitisRides]

alphazoom II I was thinking at least 215hp!🤔

[@alphazoomii9408]

Yea... even better.

[@RaitisRides]

Tell me about it!

[@tomj4731]

My 1987 Corolla had 78 horsepower....so the Kicks ho is not an issue.

[@RaitisRides]

Tom J I can see where you are coming from.

[@aymanzaman4173]

bonjour

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

A foul rather get a chr or hrv Nissan reliability is a big question mark 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@RaitisRides]

Anderson Rodriguez I rather go none of the above The Toyota CHR was meant for a younger group but it doesn’t come with Apple CarPlay. WTH?

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Raiti's Rides is coming soon right now the new Avalon has it nd the new Corolla Hatchback

[@RaitisRides]

I want to review the Corolla Hatchback Sport! I'm going to find one!

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Raiti's Rides is beautiful

[@waynewilliams1487]

Barely more hp than a smart car.at least the smart car is a turbo

[@joshuabenjaminscott2365]

The smart car has 89 horse power. This has way more.

[@metaljew4456]

I really do not like the way the automotive industry is going Joe. This obsession with SUV’s, CUV’s, Trucks, More trucks, Cute utes, Crossovers blah blah blah. People actually WANT high riding, crappy handling, poor gas mileage vehicles and oh yea, please Mr. Car dealership charge me double for these wonderful “features”. Wagons which make sense are a dirty word but SUV’s...they can’t build them fast enough. Just wait until gas is back to $4.00/gallon.

[@RaitisRides]

Philip Rosenthale I couldn’t agree with you more. The car landscape is changing for the worse overall in the car industry. One thing I know is history does repeat itself.😊👍🏻

[@gman917]

juke was junkie.....lol

[@RaitisRides]

Tell me about it!

[@kgthegreatone943]

Need more enthusiastic cars lol

[@RaitisRides]

I agree! There will be more to come!

[@kgthegreatone943]

Raiti's Rides ever I sure hope so I can't believe they got rid of the Focus ST and rs

[@RaitisRides]

kg the great one it’s so ridiculous!👎🏻

[@kgthegreatone943]

Raiti's Rides what's your favorite car from a movie or TV show like the General Lee or the DeLorean from Back to the Future mine is the Supra from Fast and Furious

[@RaitisRides]

This is such a great question! Being a kid in the 80’s I’m going with KITT from Knight Rider. That Pontiac Firebird was so awesome.

[@metaljew4456]

DRUM BRAKES!!!! DEAL KILLER!! I hate Nissan’s anyway. They are all ugly. 0-60 in 10 seconds LMAO. 130hp...........🤢🤢🤮

[@RaitisRides]

I really feel like so many of these car companies are going backwards!

[@joshuabenjaminscott2365]

horsepower is expensive. most people don't need alot of horsepower

[@GhostlyVisage04]

@@joshuabenjaminscott2365 there's just too many 'car enthusiasts' here who need 500HP in every vehicle they come across 🤣

[@aymanzaman4173]

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[@metaljew4456]

This is the worst new car I have seen in years. Nissan has a lot of nerve putting out an underpowered, drum braked, slow, ugly cheap wannabe cute Ute. Just junk. Give me a nice used car for my $21K

[@RaitisRides]

I couldn't believe it when I saw drum brakes. My first car which was a 1985 Pontiac Firebird didn't even have rear drums!

[@edwinjustiniano2937]

Is not safe, very unstable

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you! Thank you for watching!

[@ALEX-sh3tx]

IIHS crash testing says otherwise