When people talk about taking on the great outdoors on four wheels, they usually have something pretty sizable in mind—perhaps a beefed-up pickup or midsize SUV.
Smaller models, though? Not very many come to mind. There’s the Suzuki Jimmy, of course (if you want to check out how capable it is, give this story a read). And now…the Nissan Kicks?
Yes, Nissan has turned its small crossover into a ride fit for camping trips and off-road excursions. Well, lighter excursions, because the Japanese carmaker has done nada to actually improve the vehicle’s off-road ability, and it still runs on the company’s standard e-Power setup.
This is the Nissan Kicks Columbia Edition, built in cooperation with the outdoor apparel company of the same name. It starts at ¥2,759,900 (P1.2 million), but you can install the Colombia package separately for just ¥210,000 (P930,000).
So, what’s new here? You get more protection on the vehicle’s underside, as well as new side sills. You’ll also notice some blue accents and decals inspired by Columbia’s corporate color. It’s available in a Titanium Khaki or Dark Blue finish.
The interior, meanwhile, gets wrapped in Condura fabric. This material should be familiar to those of you familiar with Colombia products, as it’s used extensively in the company’s rugged and water-resistant offerings. The seatbacks also feature more storage pockets, and the floor is covered in deodorizing a carpet.
Again, no extra drivability here. Think it’s worth the price, or would you rather just go on and buy yourself a legitimate off-roader like the Suzuki Jimmy? Thoughts in the comments.
