Real price data
What should you pay for a 2026 Nissan Kicks?
Original MSRP
$22,730
When new
Fair market price
$25,648
Mileage-adjusted
Where prices land
25th $24,267 · 75th $27,562 · MSRP $22,730
Spread of current 2026 Nissan Kicks listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Negotiating leverage
70
out of 100
strong leverage
~89 days of national supply and listings typically ~3% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick's negotiating-leverage score blends national Market Day Supply with how far listings sit above the mileage-adjusted fair price. Higher means more room to negotiate.
Market demand & negotiating leverage
89days of supply
Buyer's marketInventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2026 Nissan Kicks.
National Market Day Supply — how long it would take to sell the current used 2026 Nissan Kicks inventory at the recent sales rate (lower means it sells faster). Source: MarketCheck.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$20,912–$21,821
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,730 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 | $23,135 | $22,730 | $20,912–$21,821 |
| s-awd | — | $23,930 | $22,016–$22,973 |
| SV | $24,143 | $24,170 | $22,236–$23,203 |
| SR | $25,735 | $26,960 | $24,803–$25,882 |
| SV AWD | $26,292 | $25,820 | $23,754–$24,787 |
| SR AWD | $27,766 | $28,160 | $25,907–$27,034 |
- S
- $23,135
- SV
- $24,143
- SR
- $25,735
- SV AWD
- $26,292
- SR AWD
- $27,766
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2026 Nissan Kicks runs about $25,439 in MT to $27,820 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 | $1,822 | $110+ | $27,060 |
| TX | $1,571 | $332 | $27,031 |
| FL | $1,508 | $1,074+ | $27,710 |
| NY | $1,005 | $371 | $26,504 |
| PA | $1,508 | $587 | $27,223 |
| IL | $1,571 | $683 | $27,382 |
| OH | $1,445 | $444 | $27,017 |
| GA | $1,759 | $637 | $27,524 |
| NC | $754 | $793 | $26,675 |
| WA | $1,633 | $215+ | $26,976 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $25,653 |
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
28
MPG city
35
MPG highway
31
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2026 Nissan Kicks configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2026 Nissan Kicks.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.
Campaign 26V023000 · 21/01/2026
SEATS
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Kicks and Sentra vehicles. The hook bracket of the front seat frames may be insufficiently welded, which can cause the front seat frames to become loose. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA64. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 13, 2026.
Campaign 26V145000 · 13/03/2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Kicks vehicles. A software error in the combination meter may cause the screen display to go partially or fully blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Remedy: Dealers will update the combination meter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA66. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 22, 2026.
Campaign 26V331000 · 21/05/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
What the experts say
8.4/ 10
Based on 2 expert reviews from 2 sources
Based on analysis of 2 professional reviews, the 2026 Nissan Kicks earns an expert score of 84. Reviewers consistently praise its Affordable pricing, Fuel-efficient, User-friendly tech. However, some note concerns about Powertrain could use more oomph and screens placed too low on the dash. This consensus represents the collective professional opinion from leading automotive publications.
Strengths
- Affordable pricing
- Fuel-efficient
- User-friendly tech
- Cool exterior design
- New stronger engine; available AWD
Watch-outs
- Powertrain could use more oomph
- screens placed too low on the dash
- some weird touch controls
- Base model is light on features
- No hybrid powertrain
What reviewers highlight — aggregated from professional automotive publications.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2026 Nissan Kicks?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $25,648, within a typical market range of $24,267 to $27,562.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2026 Nissan Kicks?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $25,439 in MT to $27,820 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2026 Nissan Kicks?
There are about 89 days of national market supply for the 2026 Nissan Kicks — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2026 Nissan Kicks.
How much can you negotiate on a 2026 Nissan Kicks?
Negotiating leverage rates 70/100 (strong). ~89 days of national supply and listings typically ~3% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2026 Nissan Kicks?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $20,912–$21,821 — its $22,730 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
Is the 2026 Nissan Kicks a good car?
Based on analysis of 2 professional reviews, the 2026 Nissan Kicks earns an expert score of 84. Reviewers consistently praise its Affordable pricing, Fuel-efficient, User-friendly tech. However, some note concerns about Powertrain could use more oomph and screens placed too low on the dash. This con
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 7/12/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.