Since its introduction in the local market, the Nissan Kicks e-POWER has become one of the top choices of car buyers looking for a fuel-efficient crossover. It’s compact and easy to drive, and aside from returning good fuel economy, the electrified powertrain also makes this car eligible for number coding exemption—something that could be an even bigger deal in the near future, with the planned removal of coding window hours.
Here’s a quick refresher on the unique Nissan e-POWER system that drives the Kicks: While there’s a 1.2-liter gasoline engine on board, it doesn’t directly power the front wheels. Instead, it charges the battery pack that supplies electricity to an e-motor that then propels the vehicle. Through this game-changing technology, Nissan says the Kicks can achieve up to 22km/L on combined city and highway driving based on Global UNR101 testing protocol, allowing approximately 900km of range per full tank dependent on driving conditions.
But can this crossover deliver that figure in real-world driving conditions?
To find out, we went on a quick road trip from Metro Manila to Laguna, covering a distance of just over 160km. Our route included EDSA, expressways, and provincial roads, and we drove as we normally would, even enjoying the twisty sections along the way.
So, just how fuel-efficient is the Kicks in the real world? Click play on the video below to find out. You can also click here to learn more.
