India-spec Nissan Kicks Spy Shots: Same exterior as the international version

Before entering India, the Kicks was introduced in the international market. However, we have never ever seen one with a right-side steering wheel. And now, through the spy spots of the Kicks being tested in India, we can tell that the car is going to enter the Indian market with right-hand-drive configuration.

The new Kicks will sit on the segment of premium SUV

The new Kicks will be built on a new platform - the M0 architecture, which also used in Renault Captur, the Duster and the Terrano. Apart from that, India-spec Kicks doesn’t differ much from the previous global version. 

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As seen from the spy shots, the overall profile of the test mule seen in India looks quite similar to the one sold abroad. However, the India-spec Kicks will sit on the tried-and-tested M0 architecture, which also underpins the India-spec Renault Captur, the Duster, and the Terrano. According to sources, the Kicks will be positioned as a more premium offering than any of these.

At the front side, the Kicks will feature a pronounced front grille with large wheel arches as the global version. The Kicks will feature black A, B, and C pillars, contrasting with the body paint. The car will be the most sporty-looking Nissan models in India. 

Spy shots reveal that the India-spec doesn't look different from the international version

Inside the car, the India-spec Kicks would feature a new color scheme, moreover, a 7.0” touchscreen infotainment system and automatic climate controls are also seen on the spy shots. It is not sure that the new Kicks will get advanced safety features like Active Trace Control, Moving Obstacle Detection, Dynamic Brake Control, or Active Brake Assist as in the international version. However, it is pretty sure that Kicks will get features like ABS, EBD, dual front airbags, brake assist, driver seat height adjust as well as an engine immobilizer. Besides, the interior will also feature automatic AC, rear AC vents, sunroof, keyless entry, start/stop button. Hill-start assist and Descent assist will only available in the top-spec model.

The interior of Nissan Kicks' international version 

The engine option is expected to be the same 1.5-litre diesel K9K engine from Captur, Terrano and the Duster and a 1.5-litre petrol engine. The 110PS diesel engine is paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, whereas the petrol version which is able to make 106PS will be assisted by a five-speed manual gearbox.

At the Indian market, Nissan will compete with Hyundai Creta, Renault Captur as well as Jeep Compass. It is expected that the Indian-spec Nissan Kicks will be launched next year. Also launched in 2019, Tata Harrier will also rival the Kicks

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