Negotiating leverage
29
weak leverage / 100
~38 days of national supply and listings typically ~1% above fair price — limited negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2021 Nissan Kicks Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$15,699
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$7,950$21,555
- Typical market range
- $13,200–$17,423
- Ridekick fair price
- $15,699
- Original MSRP range
- $19,500–$21,990
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
38
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Nissan Kicks.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$17,940–$18,720
Estimated dealer invoice — about $19,500 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $14,525 | $19,500 | $17,940–$18,720 |
| SV | $15,738 | $21,300 | $19,596–$20,448 |
| SR | $17,736 | $21,990 | $20,231–$21,110 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$13,928$18,258$22,587
Fair priceS
$14,525
S: fair price $14,525, original MSRP $19,500, estimated dealer cost $17,940 to $18,720.
SV
$15,738
SV: fair price $15,738, original MSRP $21,300, estimated dealer cost $19,596 to $20,448.
SR
$17,736
SR: fair price $17,736, original MSRP $21,990, estimated dealer cost $20,231 to $21,110.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Nissan Kicks runs about $15,893 in MT to $17,641 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,130 | $110+ | $16,822 |
| TX | $974 | $332 | $16,888 |
| FL | $935 | $1,074+ | $17,591 |
| NY | $623 | $371 | $16,576 |
| PA | $935 | $587 | $17,104 |
| IL | $974 | $683 | $17,239 |
| OH | $896 | $444 | $16,922 |
| GA | $1,091 | $637 | $17,310 |
| NC | $467 | $793 | $16,842 |
| WA | $1,013 | $215+ | $16,810 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $16,107 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
31
MPG city
36
MPG highway
33
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Nissan Kicks configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Nissan Kicks.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Versa and Kicks vehicles. An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering (EPS) torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code, and replace the column, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PMA10 / PMA25.
Campaign 22V693000 · 15/09/2022
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Versa and Kicks vehicles. An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering (EPS) torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code and replace the steering column assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA26. This recall involves vehicles that were previously inspected, but did not receive a steering column replacement, under recall number 22V-693. These vehicles will need to be reinspected for this recall.
Campaign 23V496000 · 18/07/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Nissan Kicks?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $15,699, within a typical market range of $13,200 to $17,423.
Is the 2021 Nissan Kicks cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $19,500, so a fair used price is roughly $3,801 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Nissan Kicks?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $15,893 in MT to $17,641 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Nissan Kicks?
There are about 38 days of national market supply for the 2021 Nissan Kicks — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Nissan Kicks.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Nissan Kicks?
Negotiating leverage rates 29/100 (weak). ~38 days of national supply and listings typically ~1% above fair price — limited negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Nissan Kicks?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $17,940–$18,720 — its $19,500 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 9/14/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.