#2020 honda hr-v models

[bomberqueen17]

car shopping part 1

ok i had capslock on when i started typing this and i startled myself, lol. i am. a bit tired and punchy. BUT. All hail my lovely middle-little sister, who volunteered to come take me to car dealerships last night.

Here are my extremely scientific notes on how that went, so that I can narrow down my car choices for definitely for sure:

1) Honda: we went to a Honda dealership, and my mom has a CR-V which I've driven and it's... fine, so I tried the HR-V, which is smaller. The sales guy immediately without asking was like "here you want this one" and had me test-drive a used 2020 model-- low mileage, nice car, but used. "Won't be here in a couple days tho, act fast," he said, and gave me his card. I'd told him this was the very first car of my search and I wasn't in a hurry. He didn't show me anything new, or tell me about anything new, but did say there were often quite long waits for new cars. Gotcha. Like, I'm not mad, but I'm also not going to pay $23,9 for a three-year old car when the current year's model is $24k. You know? I don't care how long the warranty is.

2) Subaru: we went because it was right there. Wandered around the parking lot. Crosstreks look... lower now?? somehow?? than mine? Much lower, don't know why. Specs said same ground clearance but. I'd have to look up what the specs were in 2014. Sales guy came out, asked if we wanted to see anything. M-L said I should try the Forester, so I was like sure, why not; one of the farm workers has a 2020 Outback I figured I'd ask his opinion on, and actually the part time veg helper guy has a recent Outback too, so there's no shortage of those around. So I test-drove a Forester. And like. I hadn't even got out of the parking lot and the guy was like, all casual, "so how's the visibility," and I really looked around and was like holy shit okay i can see through time so I really liked it. It was a higher-end package (had a huge sunroof, i actually really liked that, i'm a shallow bitch i guess) and kept trying to nanny me about leaving the lane on the winding back road but the guy reached over and pressed the button that disables that and it stopped yelling at me, which was great. Anyway. I did not expect that. M-L and I theorized about what kind of guy I'd be to be a Forester guy. "A middle-aged wealthy lesbian with a lot of large dogs," M-L said, and I was immediately depressed to realize that only one of those things is actually applicable. I have no wife and no large dogs. These are major failings of my life. But. I mean. We don't always end up the person we thought we'd be when we were nineteen.

3) Then we got to the Ford dealership, and a guy named Joey was like "ay what's up," and i listed the cars I was interested in and he was like "i can't get those or those but I got Broncos, let's go see one" and walked incredibly fast out into the parking lot without looking like he was hurrying, seriously it was eerie how fast he walked while looking like he was just ambling, and he led us to a "cactus gray" Bronco Sport, said "you wanna try this one? aight hang on" and went back into the building. I was like uh sure, we poked around the parking lot, and then he came back, handed me the key, was like "yah you two go for it, you know the roads around here? yah go see if you like it, I'll be here til eight." and off we went, slightly bemused. But yes, we were quite near M-L's house so she led us around a winding path. The Bronco's hood takes up rather a lot of the view out of the windshield. I raised my seat, which helped slightly. I could not find the right edge of the car and kept straying over into the shoulder. It was so boxy. The visibility out of the windows wasn't fantastic. But it had a lot of zoom and handled all right. Not terrible. I'm not a Ford Bronco guy I don't think, but I liked the Ford dealership folks, they were funny.

The sales manager came out and talked to me briefly and was like "well i mean how many cars are you looking for" and i was like "i have a spreadsheet" and he was like "a what now" and i got my phone out and showed him the spreadsheet Dude made and he was like "your guy is something else" and i was like "i mean, he sure is", and I did feel better about not being a wealthy middle-aged lesbian with large dogs if this is what I have instead but like. I mean. The road not taken etc.

"take notes," M-L said as we got home (after i bought her a sushi dinner bc there was a place right by the dealership and also i wanted sushi), and i was like "yah ok" but this is my notes. i'm sure i'll be able to make sense of them later.

[whatsonforperth]

Honda fuel pump defect affects thousands

Tens of thousands of Hondas are being recalled due to a fuel pump defect.

The federal transport department said the manufacturing error could cause the engine to stall while driving, or fail to start, in 52,051 cars.

All variants of nine common Honda models built from 2017 to 2020 are affected — Accord, City, Civic, Civic Type R, CR-V, Honda Odyssey, HR-V, Jazz and NSX.

“Due to an improper manufacturing process, a component within the fuel pump could swell causing the fuel pump to become inoperative,” the government recall notice read.

To read news in detail: https://www.news.com.au/national/breaking-news/serious-injury-or-death-honda-fuel-pump-recall-affects-thousands/news-story/d7338375882fe5e444baedc62c1af99f

[buyurparts]

Evolution of Honda's Airbag Safety Features: A Decade of Dedication

There is an important safety feature of Honda's airbag system, by offering extra protection in the happening of an accident. Before talking about Honda's safety features, it is important to know how they have changed and become better over the years.

Beginning with the 2013 Honda Accord airbag system that was meant to make passengers safer. The airbags were put in the car so that they would have less of an effect in a crash. When there was a head crash, the steering wheel cushion was very important for saving the driver. This was a major turning point in car safety, and it shows how committed Honda is to keeping on the cutting edge of technology.

Honda still put a lot of thought into the 2014 Honda Accord airbag system. Adding airbags to the steering wheel made things even better and showed that the company was serious about making drivers safer. The focus on airbag technology stayed the same, and with each model year came new and improved features.

The 2015Honda Accordairbagscontinued to have a strong safety system. Specifically, the airbags in the steering wheel were improved to better protect the driver in the event of a crash. Honda's continued dedication to passenger safety was shown by the progress made in airbag activation and design.

The 2016 Honda Civic Steering Wheel Airbag took the airbag system to the next level. Focusing on making cars safer wasn't just limited to the Accord; it showed that Honda was serious about adding improved safety features to all of its cars. Customers liked this approach, which made Honda a good choice for people who want to make sure their cars are safe.

Honda made big steps forward in airbag technology by adding 2018 Honda Accord Driver Knee Airbag. This addition made a big difference in the general safety features, adding an extra layer of defense in some crash situations. Honda has always been trying to stay ahead of safety improvements, and the way airbags have changed over time in their cars shows that.

Moving on to the 2019 Honda Accord airbag, the safety system was still a big deal. With improvements in airbag design and release, the company's commitment to customer safety stayed strong. Honda made sure that their cars had the newest and best airbag systems, which was shown by the 2019 Accord. They wanted to stay on the cutting edge of safety technology.

Let's talk about the Honda CR-V airbag now. Like the Accord, the CR-V has a high-tech safety system that is meant to protect people inside during crashes. While that was going on, the 2019 Honda CR-V tail lights that made the car safer overall.

The 2019 Honda Hrv Airbags also had a more improved safety system. This model shows that the brand is even more dedicated to safety across all its different car models. Adding full airbag systems to SUVs like the HR-V showed that Honda was serious about making sure people were safe in all kinds of driving situations.

In the year 2020 Honda CR-V Headlights came out with better headlights. Headlights are an important part of a car's safety system, even though they are not directly connected to airbags. They help with sight and general road safety. Honda's attention on improving different safety features, like headlights, showed that they were serious about giving customers a complete safety package.

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Honda recalls 115,000 Fit and HR-V models over rear camera operation

Honda has issued a recall for 2018-2020 Fit hatchbacks and 2019-2022 HR-V crossovers due to backup cameras that may not operate after the vehicle is started. This runs afoul of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, titled “Rear Visibility.” This covers a total of 114,686 vehicles sold in the United States. Honda reports it has received 205 warranty claims related to the issue, but there…

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Mitsubishi RVR: the forgotten jewel

Words and pics by Michael Hozjan

In another lifetime I had a 1972 Dodge Colt station wagon. It was my first car with real heat (having had several Beetles before that) and it served my well, very well. Monday to Friday it took me to work and back, when spring came around you’d find me at the local drag strip on Friday nights going up against…and winning, anything they put in the other lane. On weekends I’d throw on a roof rack, fill up the back with building materials and head up into the hills to attack my new cottage project.

Why am I rambling on about a Colt wagon in a Mitsubishi RVR review? Simple, that Colt had a Mitsubishi engine and was the American version of the Mitsubishi Gallant. It was also  was my first real exposure to Japanese engines, and it was bulletproof.

One thing I’ve always said about Mitsubishi products, “Great engines but loud cars as they lack noise insulation.” Well I’m pleased to say that after several years of absence behind the wheel of a Mitsubishi product, their entry-level SUV, the RVR proved me wrong.

Over 1.3 million RVRs have been sold in 90 countries over the years, yet RVR moniker doesn’t exactly come to mind on our shores when thinking about subcompact/compact SUVs and crossovers. That’s really too bad, because the little Mitsubishi has a lot going for it, including one of the best warranties in the industry, and with nine years under its belt, it has a proven reliability history, and is affordable!

Yes it’s got some noteworthy competitors in the segment; Hyundai Kona, Honda HR-V, Toyota C-HR, Nissan Qashqai, Ford EcoSport, Chevrolet Trax and the Jeep Renegade but the RVR betters more than one. Mitsubishi has upped the anti with this year’s model refresh.

The 2020 RVR gets a clean facelift from the front door pillars forward, including LED lighting and the new corporate grille. Chrome shark gills on the front fenders now serve as the basis for the side crease line while the rear has been reworked to give the RVR a more robust look. Likewise, the interior has been upgraded with new materials and colours, and of course the must have of must haves, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility via the standard 8-inch touchscreen.

Yes it still rides on the same RVR platform and uses the same engines that have been around since 2011, and yes the nine-year old chassis still offers a ride and handling that outshines most of the others in the niche market. Proof that Mits engineers were ahead of the game all along and holding true to the old adage of  “why fix it if it ain’t broke”, and isn’t that a testament to a well thought out design, if it’s still clean and fresh nine years later.

Head office has shuffled their trim levels to improve its value proposition. Two front wheel drive models serve as entry points with the base ES starting at $22,998 and base all-wheel drive version (ES AWC) coming in at  $25,298. Sadly the extinction of the manual transmission (another Mits stronghold) continues. I couldn’t have won all those races with a CVT!

Two naturally aspirated four-cylinder engines are offered, a 2.0L and a 2.4L. The first offers 148 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque, while the bigger one, only available on the SE AWC trim ($27,997) or higher, pumps out 168 horsepower and 167 lb-ft.

My top tier GT AWC (priced at a hair under $34,000), came with that bigger engine and the lockable 4WD system – a rarity not only in this size segment but with larger sport utes as well. Regular readers will recall that it’s one of the features I’m looking for in our replacement of the family X-Trail which too, has a locking system. Simply put you can switch from a conventional front-bias reactive system where the vehicle is front-wheel-drive, engaging the rear wheels when slip is detected, which ultimately improves gas pump stops. At the push of a button, AWC locks all four wheels for preventive all-wheel-drive.

The RVR’s cabin is roomier than most other subcompacts, with a panoramic roof adding to the airiness. Visibility is very good all around.

Whether we’re talking steering wheel mounted controls or dash controls they’re large, simple, straightforward and easy to use. Great ergonomics make it shine in a world where everything has been overblown and over thought, and of course you’re not paying for a rolling gadget wagon. 

I did get pampered with the GT’s 710-watt Rockford Fosgate punch audio system with 9 speakers and the trunk mounted subwoofer. There’s 20 cubic feet of cargo space with all the seats in position and just under 50 cu. ft. with the rear seats folded.

On the road the 2.4 L moved the crossover about nimbly delivering smooth and linear power. Acceleration is decent as long as you don’t mind the CVT’s whine –turn up the 710 watts. The steering wheel mounted paddle shifters added to the fun factor. The chassis offers just enough stiffness to allow for some sporty antics and sooft enough to cushion washboard roads and city potholes. In fact it’s close to having one of the best rides in the category. 

I averaged 9.0 L/100 km during my week-long ride with mostly highway driving. Hampered no doubt by winter warm ups and plowing through the powder.

If someone were to describe a vehicle to you as being affordable, built to last and fuel-efficient, equipped with all-wheel-drive and backed by an industry-best warranty, you’d be silly to dismiss it as an option, and the 2020 Mitsubishi RVR deserves to be taken seriously by those in the market for a subcompact SUV.

 Yes the RVR has some well-known serious competitors in the segment. What do they say when you’re number two you try harder, well when you’re number five you’ll try even harder. Truth is Mitsubishi doesn’t need to try harder, at the risk of repeating myself, it already has an affordable fuel-efficient, reliability proven SUV with an industry-best warranty. The problem is getting the word out.

Consider yourself warned.  

Price as tested: $33,998

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2020 Honda HR-V Exterior, Interior, Review, Release Date

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2020 Honda HR-V Exterior, Interior, Review, Release Date

2020 Honda HR-V Exterior, Interior, Review, Release Date – According to the information our team recently received, the industry of crossovers is about to get another newly designed 2020 participant who has been on its way to seem soon. The new 2020 Honda HR-V will show some minimal upgrades in the terminology of design, technological innovation and engine possibilities.

2020 Honda HR-V Exterior

The 2020 Honda HR-V is moving to make it look like a modern and desirable crossover that may keep the measurements of its predecessor, but go through some slight drinks and updates in terms of design. This can be seen in – top and rear fascia. The top fillet will likely decrease and will also put on a distinctive chunky grille that seems to be inspired by the popular Accord model. The front lights and fog lamps will probably be restyled and utilise the most recent LED modern technology. The entrance bumper will likely be enormous and a bit intense with high oxygen intakes.

2020 Honda HR-V Exterior

Looking at the aspect information, the HR-V will receive new fenders and alloy rims. It is going almost certainly to get up on standard 17-inches versions. Also, you will see that the rear windows will be narrowed. In the back part of this crossover, you will observe that this model has increased and a lot more hatchback-like rear conclusion. It can with pride put on its present-day Directed taillights and a remodelled bumper although a roof structure spoiler and a single exhaust will provide this model with a lot sportier seem.

2020 Honda HR-V Interior

You will see some serious changes and improvements within the 2020 Honda HR-V as correctly. Its cabin will likely be contemporary, comfy and huge. You will find a lot of areas for you plus your passengers, and you could also hope for a considerable cargo location. The chairs located in higher trim ranges should be included in beautiful natural leather and be much more supportive. They may also offer choices these kinds of as heating and air flow.

2020 Honda HR-V Interior

In reducing trims Honda will use some high-high quality fabric, but you may also count on some critical updates in the terminology of technological innovation. As a result, the HR-V will give you the most recent infotainment, and entertainment feel-display screen exhibit with capabilities this sort of as menu, multi-media system, Apple company Car Perform and Android Auto. Some of the superior security techniques and vehicle driver aid characteristics this crossover would include are adaptive luxury cruise management, airbags, a rearview camera, lane-departure caution, forward accident forewarning and automatic emergency braking.

2020 Honda HR-V Engine

One of the possibilities found below the hood of the new HR-V is the extroverted 1.8-litre several-tube that provides the productivity of 141 horsepower. Even so, the followers are also anticipating a possibility discovered below the hood of models these kinds of as Accord, CR-V and Civic. It is a 1.5-litre turbocharged inline-4. The engine of the new HR-V will presumably be mated to a 6-speed manual or CVT. The front-wheel travel comes as standard while the all-wheel-drive system will likely be available as optionally available.

2020 Honda HR-V Engine

2020 Honda HR-V Release Date And Price

The release date of the 2020 Honda HR-V could be expected to take place in the middle of the-2019. The price range of this crossover continues to be predicted at $23,000 – $38,400.

[pretentiousbrownie]

As someone that gets to spend time with about a dozen or two different cars at any given time, here are a couple of shots I've taken for modern infotainment systems that just do it better:

Look at the one thing these all have in common; they have both screens and buttons!

They've got clear, crisp, legible screens and big fucken buttons and knobs for everything you need! This is peak to me! This is how you blend tech and with absolute ease of use and genuine ergonomic user experiences!

And guess what? These are cars that are relatively new - maybe a year or two old! These are all model year 2020 or 2021 cars, starting from the Volkswagen Tiguan, to the Jeep Wrangler, the Toyota RAV4, and the Nissan Titan. This type of design makes sense for a tech-forward world, but the dorks at Tesla and the stark minimalists at Volvo would have you believe an iPad-but-slightly-worse is the ultimate center stack layout, and everyone is hopping on that bandwagon!

Bonus:

This is the center stack for the Lamborghini Huracan. And this is the one major screen in the car:

The fact that this totally inaccessible and overly complicated supercar is still more ergonomic than a regular ass Honda HR-V or every suburban family's Volvo XC90 is actually baffling to me. Like yeah, there's a learning curve to a lot of stuff in a Lambo or Ferrari, but I guarantee your muscle memory will have zero issue navigating the maze of buttons and switches on one of these versus taking your eyes off the road to try and hit the right spot on a touch screen or slipping and sliding through a panel of capacitive touch buttons.

It's literally not hard to design logical shit, just think about actually using it for more than 1 second instead of building a sequel to the Google Nexus 10 in your dashboard, dumbass manufacturers

another car opinion is that they shouldn't have touch screens

[smoothshift]

My brand new Honda HR-V brazilian 2020 model. Any difference to the US model? via /r/Honda

[motorbuzz]

Britain’s most and least reliable cars revealed

- Six models achieve a perfect 100% reliability rating in the annual What Car? Reliability Survey of more than 16,000 drivers - Lexus rated most reliable brand, followed by Dacia and Suzuki  - Fiat named least reliable brand by What Car? readers, with Land Rover also struggling - Hybrids and Small SUVs rated most reliable types of car, while Luxury SUVs suffer highest number of faults - Of the 16,328 drivers surveyed, 20% experienced a fault with their car in the past 12 months - To see all of the 2021 What Car? Reliability Survey results, visit: www.whatcar.com/news/2021-what-car-reliability-survey/n23397

The UK’s most and least reliable new and used cars have been revealed in the 2021 What Car?

Reliability Survey from Britain’s leading new car buying platform and consumer champion. Feedback from more than 16,000 car owners was analysed to find the country’s most dependable 178 models and 30 brands, from nearly new cars to those aged up to five years old.  This year, a record six models achieved a score of 100%: the current versions of the Audi TT, Mazda CX-3, Mini Convertible and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, and the previous-generation Dacia Sandero and Honda HR-V.  At brand level, Lexus and Dacia models were hailed as the most dependable for new and used buyers, while Fiat and Land Rover achieved the lowest scores.   Lexus gained an overall rating of 98.7% and none of its vehicles scored lower than 98.4%. Budget brand Dacia also impressed with a 97.3% overall rating, demonstrating that you don’t have to break the bank to buy a dependable model. In contrast, Fiat had the least reliable cars, gaining an 82.0% rating from owners, while Land Rover and Ford were second and third worst for reliability. Hybrids were rated as the most durable type of car, with an average class reliability score of 96.9%. The best performing hybrid was the Lexus NX (2014 – present), which managed a 99.8% score, while hybrid variants of the BMW X5 (2018 – present) were rated least reliable, with 89.7%. Luxury SUVs performed the worst in the study, achieving an average class rating of 88.8%, although the Porsche Macan (2014 – present) bucked the trend, managing a creditable 97.9%. The Land Rover Discovery (2017 – present) received the lowest score in this class with a 72.1% result. Owners were asked whether their car had gone wrong in the past 12 months, how long repairs took and how much they cost, with the overall score expressed as a percentage.  Of the 16,328 drivers surveyed, 20% had experienced a fault with their car in the past year, with 85% of faults repaired free of charge. For 7% of drivers, the repairs cost between £101 and £500, while 2% had to pay more than £1500 to get their car back on the road. A third of cars remained driveable and were fixed within a day, while 25% could be driven but took more than a week to repair.  What Car? editor Steve Huntingford said: “The UK’s used car market is currently booming, making it all the more important that people know which models will be reliable. With feedback from more than 16,000 owners, the latest What Car? Reliability Survey highlights the brands and models with the best and worst records.    “Our latest study also shows that a high price tag isn’t always a guarantee of reliability, because some of Britain’s cheapest cars are among the most reliable.”  Top 10 most reliable brands (cars up to five years old)  Brand Reliability Rating Lexus98.7%Dacia97.3%Suzuki97.1%Hyundai97.1%Toyota97.0%Mini97.0%Mitsubishi96.9%Mazda95.9%Kia95.8%MG95.7% Bottom 10 most reliable brands (cars up to five years old)  Brand Reliability Rating Fiat82.0%Land Rover82.5%Ford86.2%Nissan86.2%Alfa Romeo86.5%Porsche89.4%Mercedes-Benz89.6%Vauxhall89.6%Peugeot89.6%Jaguar90.1% Reliability results by vehicle classes (cars up to five years old)  Hybrid cars – 96.9% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableLexus NX (2014 – present) – 99.8%BMW X5 (2018 – present) – 89.7%  Small SUVs – 95.2% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableHonda HR-V (2015 – 2020) – 100%    Mazda CX-3 (2016 – 2019) – 100% Peugeot 2008 (2013 – 2019) – 81.8%  MPVs – 93.7% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableBMW 2 Series Active Tourer (2014 – present) – 98.8% Volkswagen Touran (2015 – present) – 74.1%  Family SUVs – 93.6% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableMitsubishi Eclipse Cross (2017 – present) – 100% Range Rover Evoque (2011 – 2019) – 77.1%  Large SUVs – 93.6% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableBMW X3 petrol (2018 – present) – 97.7% Nissan X-Trail (2014 – present) – 59.7%  Family cars – 93.0% class reliability ratingMost ReliableLeast ReliableBMW 1 Series petrol (2011 – 2019) – 98.7% Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2018 – present) – 84.8%  Electric cars – 92.9% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableNissan Leaf (2011 – 2018) – 98.6% Jaguar I-Pace (2018 – present) – 86.3%  Coupes, convertibles and sports cars – 92.8% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableAudi TT (2014 – present) – 100%    Mini Convertible (2016 – present) – 100% Porsche 718 Cayman (2015 – present) – 73.5%  Executive cars – 92.8% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableSkoda Superb petrol (2015 – present) – 99.2% Mercedes-Benz C-Class diesel (2014 – present) – 80.9%  Small cars – 91.9% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableDacia Sandero (2013 – 2020) – 100% Ford Fiesta (2017 – present) – 74.9%  Luxury cars – 90.4% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliableBMW 5 Series petrol (2017 – present) – 96.9% Audi A6 (2011 – 2018) – 82.1% Luxury SUVs – 88.8% class reliability rating Most ReliableLeast ReliablePorsche Macan petrol (2014 – present) – 97.9% Land Rover Discovery (2017 – present) – 72.1%  Read the full article

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2021 Nissan Kicks first drive review: More for your money

The Nissan Kicks is an inexpensive vehicle, but it’s not cheap. Updated for 2021, this likable subcompact crossover offers loads of high-end features and plenty of interior space, all at a bargain-basement price. 

This refreshed five-door benefits from more standard technology, some minor interior changes and, perhaps most significantly, enhanced exterior styling. New wheel designs are offered, plus SV and SR trims gain rear disc brakes. At both ends, the Kicks’ bumpers are reworked and there’s a new, much more rugged-looking grille that dispenses with the outgoing model’s cheeky cuteness. This vehicle’s new face is much hardier than before, more in line with the rest of Nissan’s utility-vehicle lineup. Top-shelf SR models also come with high-tech looking multireflector LED headlights.

Keeping things interesting, seven exterior paint colors are offered, including three new hues. The Kicks is also available with five two-tone combinations, including Electric Blue with a Super Black roof, which is what you see here. It’s a sharp-looking color scheme and I applaud Nissan for offering two-tone paintjobs on its vehicles.

This crossover’s interior is a no-nonsense affair, with a straightforward dashboard layout. The climate controls feel good and are simple to operate, plus both the front and rear seats are supportive and comfortably elevated so it doesn’t feel like you’re plopped on the floor. Yes, there’s a lot of hard plastic in the Kicks, but none of it is gross-looking or fragile. Its fuzzy headliner is about the only interior component that’s cheesy.

Gussying things up, the optional Premium Package includes attractive vinyl seating surfaces. Not only do they feel nice, they look good, too, accentuated with contrast-color stitching. Aside from that, this package also brings a heated steering wheel and heated front seats to the table, as well as an upscale Bose sound system with eight speakers, including some in the driver’s seat headrest. This is a solid offering and I love those headrest-mounted sound emitters. They really help provide an immersive listening experience.

Despite its affordability, the Kicks’ interior is sturdy, cheerful and spacious.

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Up front, a little more storage space would be nice as the center console is quite small, but there is a surprising amount of cargo room with the rear backrests up. Fold them down and you get a hell of a lot more junk-hauling space even if the load floor is far from flat.

Despite its small dimensions and affordable price, this Nissan comes standard with all kinds of useful technology including rear automatic braking, lane-departure warning and blind-spot monitoring. Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic alert and even automatic high beams are included at no extra cost as well. Handy satellite audio controls on the steering wheel and even Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are baked right into every single variant.

Beyond that standard equipment, my top-trim SR test model is fitted with some premium features, like express up and down front windows, keyless entry with push-button start, automatic brake hold and adaptive cruise control. (Unfortunately, Nissan’s excellent ProPilot Assist adaptive cruise with lane centering is not offered.) It even has a great 360-degree camera system that’s better than what you get in many much-more-expensive Toyotas these days, and it has one roof-mounted grab handle at each outboard seating position. This last item may not sound important, but it’s a nice touch, especially in a low-cost vehicle.

It’s not very potent, but at least this 1.6-liter engine is efficient.

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As for speeds and feeds, the Base S model comes with a 7-inch touchscreen display, but the SV and SR variants feature a slightly more expansive 8-incher. This panel is home to an infotainment system that’s merely adequate. Visually, it looks pretty outdated, but it gets the job done, plus, if you’re going to use CarPlay or Android Auto, it doesn’t really matter. Just plug your phone into one of the three standard USB type-A ports (a type-C outlet is offered in SV and SR models) and don’t look back. SV and SR models also come with a handy driver-information center in the instrument cluster. With a 7-inch screen, it’s easy to read and child’s play to reconfigure. The available Premium Package mentioned earlier also adds a few high-tech goodies, including over-the-air updates for the head unit and an in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot.

Nestled behind the Kicks’ more-aggressive grille is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine. With such small displacement and no forced induction, it is, not surprisingly, rather anemic. Horsepower measures 122 while torque clocks in at just 114 pound-feet, probably about as much as you get in low gear on a Huffy bike. As before, a continuously variable transmission sends those goods exclusively to the front tires since all-wheel drive is not offered.

Relatively smooth and quiet, this engine is nonetheless overmatched. Yes, it gets the job done, that CVT maximizing its meager output, but never does it make the Kicks feel agile or responsive. Merging and passing maneuvers need to be planned well in advance — or avoided altogether — as there’s precious little performance in reserve. But hey, what this scrappy crossover lacks in outright giddy-up is more than made up for in efficiency. The Kicks should return 31 miles per gallon in the city and 36 mpg on highway drives. Expect 33 mpg combined, a figure I had no trouble matching in real-world testing.

This Nissan’s ride quality is reasonably refined, though don’t expect it to absorb and digest bumps like a Rolls-Royce. Impact harshness is low and the suspension irons out much of the road’s grittiness, though the ride can be a little bit choppy at times, likely because of the short, 103.1-inch wheelbase. 

You could do a lot worse than the Nissan Kicks��� like buying a Ford EcoSport, for instance. 

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Toss the Kicks into a corner and it responds with a bit more body roll than I’m used to these days. It’s not frightening, but it does occasionally feel tippy. Unfortunately, the steering is too light and totally synthesized.

But the refreshed Kicks is once again a great value. The base S model starts at $20,595, including $1,095 in delivery fees. That’s an increase of just 430 bucks compared to a similar 2020 version. Full pricing will be announced closer to its on-sale date, which is expected to be in February, though even a loaded-up SR variant should be extremely affordable, likely topping out in the mid-20s.

While far from a driver’s vehicle, the Nissan Kicks still impresses thanks to its generous standard equipment, available tech and generally pleasant interior. If you’re shopping for a subcompact crossover like the Honda HR-V, Toyota C-HR or Chevy Trax, check out the Kicks, it might just surprise you.

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