2021 Nissan Kicks vs 2021 Hyundai Venue
When it comes to compact SUVs at an affordable rate, the 2021 Nissan Kicks comes to mind. The vehicle has an amazing design and great performance metrics. However, the 2021 Hyundai Venue is also quite popular among buyers. Therefore, we at Pohanka Nissan of Salisbury in Salisbury, MD, have made a comparison between the two SUVs. Check out this page to find out which vehicle is the winner of this competition.
2021 Nissan Kicks |
Vs |
2021 Hyundai Venue |
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S, SV, SR | Trim Level | SE, SEL, Denim |
$19,600 | Starting MSRP | $18,750 |
31 mpg/ 36 mpg | Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 30 mpg/ 33 mpg |
122 | Horsepower | 121 |
Which SUV is Better: 2021 Nissan Kicks or 2021 Hyundai Venue?
As evident from the table above, the 2021 Nissan Kicks has some significant advantages over the 2021 Hyundai Venue. Although the base trim of the 2021 Nissan Kicks will cost you a little more than the base trim of the 2021 Hyundai Venue, you also get better performance out of the Nissan Kicks.
For example, all trims of the 2021 Nissan Kicks is equipped with a 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine that produces 122 horsepower. In comparison, the 2021 Hyundai Venue comes with a 1.6-liter Smartstream 4-cylinder engine that puts out 121 horsepower. Therefore, the 2021 Nissan Kicks Narrowly beats out the 2021 Hyundai Venue in this department.
Now, when it comes to the fuel economy ratings, you will be more impressed with the 2021 Nissan Kicks. The city and highway fuel rating of the 2021 Nissan Kicks is 31 mpg and 36 mpg, respectively. Meanwhile, the city and highway mileage ratings of the 2021 Hyundai Venue are 30 mpg and 33 mpg, respectively. However, the 2021 Hyundai Venue has an 11.9-gallon fuel tank, whereas the 2021 Nissan Kicks has a 10.8-gallon fuel tank. However, if you are looking to optimize your fuel consumption, the 2021 Nissan Kicks emerges as the better option.
While both vehicles have impressive infotainment and safety features, it is quite clear that the 2021 Nissan Kicks is the better of the two vehicles.