Same same, but different
by Billy Caluag
That Moonstone interior trim is our pick
The all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power has officially launched on our shores. The subcompact crossover comes in three variants, priced as follows:If you're familiar with the old Kicks, the first thing you'll notice with the 2027 model is
by Lije Martin
It will officially debut at the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center
It's official, folks: After an initial appearance at the Philippine International Motor Show earlier this year, the new Nissan Kicks e-Power will finally make its local debut on August 28.The stage will be set at the Glorietta Palm Drive
by Billy Caluag
Do you think there’s a market for stock soft-roaders in the Philippines?
Recreational off-roading is mainstream enough over in the US for automakers to offer special trims that cater to the hobby. The second-generation Nissan Kicks is the latest model to hop on this trend with the Rock Creek package, which uses
by Angelo Nieto
Will you be picking one up?
Nissan Philippines has officially opened the reservation books for the new 2027 Nissan Kicks e-Power. With that, the Japanese carmaker has also shared some additional visuals and preliminary details.Full specifications for the Philippine-bound units, however, have yet to be
by Billy Caluag
The two previously worked together back in February for Nissan Festival
Nissan recently reunited with Filipino artist Quiccs Maiquez for another reimagining of the Japanese brand's models. This time, the renowned designer transformed Nissan's 2026 Philippine International Motor Show lineup in the image of his iconic TEQ63 art toys."Each vehicle
by Angelo Nieto
The differences run deeper than the styling
Nissan just launched an all-new Kicks in Japan earlier this week, but sharp-eyed readers will notice that this is the same one the American market got back in 2024. This launch for Nissan's home market coincides with the appearance
by Angelo Nieto
It joins the brand’s hefty new lineup
After unveiling the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power in Thailand during the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show, the series hybrid finally makes its way to the Philippines for a preview. It inches closer to being available for consumers, along with the
by Lije Martin
An HEV, PHEV, and BEV—Nissan has a bet for each one
Nissan Philippines made a bold announcement today confirming its lineup of models on display at the upcoming 2026 Philippine International Motor Show. In a manga-inspired key visual, the four models will be the X-Trail e-Power, the Kicks e-Power,
by Angelo Nieto
As per documents from the Land Transportation Office
After debuting at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show, the new Nissan Kicks may be on its way to the Philippines. The Land Transportation Office recently published homologation papers for the hybrid crossover, which could hint at an upcoming release.According to
by Billy Caluag
It's all-new and familiar at the same time
Not quite, this is the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power for the ASEAN market. I specify ASEAN because Nissan also launched a new Kicks in 2024 for the American market, which is different. This one was launched in Thailand at the
by Lije Martin
It will arrive in our market later this year
The all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power has been unveiled at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show. It will be previewed at the upcoming 2026 Philippine International Motor Show in June and will be sold to consumers in the Philippines later this
by Lije Martin
The ticket was issued after NCAP cameras flagged the vehicle
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has issued an apology to the owner of a Nissan Kicks e-Power, who was wrongfully ticketed for a number-coding violation last September 23, 2025.The vehicle involved is certified by the Land Transportation Office
by Billy Caluag
From sedans to MPVs
Picture this: You now have a family and you need a set of wheels. More specifically, you need a reasonably priced car, one that can easily swallow up people, luggage, and everything your child needs.Sure, there's the secondhand market, but
Drastic times call for drastic measures
UPDATE, 14 February 2025: Nissan has issued a statement to clarify CEO Makoto Uchida's announcement that Nissan's Thailand assembly plant will cease operations. Read here.Following the collapse of the merger with Honda, Nissan is taking drastic measures for its
A taste of Japan on wheels
We at TopGear Philippines love going to Japan. Whether it's for work or vacation, we enjoy spending our time there. Aside from the sights and sounds, car spotting is also one of our favorite things to do when we're in
Nissan also brought in a Formula E Racing Simulator
Nissan Philippines brought out a couple of special surprises, accommpanied by a familiar friend, at the 12th Philippine Electric Vehicle (PEV) Summit.The Nissan booth illuminated the SMX Convention Center with three displays that represented the innovation that the Japanese car company
Nissan will have quite the spectacle at PIMS this year
Nissan Philippines (NPI) has a busy weekend ahead at the 2024 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). If you read our pre-show guide, then you probably know that among the Japanese carmaker's launches are the Patrol, Magnite, and Z Nismo.But
And the battery warranty has been extended
Starting today, motorists can avail of the Nissan Kicks at a lower price across the range. Nissan Philippines has just announced price cuts for its serial hybrid crossover. The Kicks is a unique model in the electrified vehicle space. It uses a
Next-generation model showcased in America with bold styling and all-wheel-drive
Nissan recently confirmed that the next-generation Kicks was already on its way. What we didn't know was that the carmaker was planning to unveil the new model this soon. Well, pre-production model, at least-Nissan says the final product
A further electrified patrol fleet
The typical patrol car fleet consists of sedans, pickups, and the occasional SUV. But the folks at the North Luzon Expressways Corporation (NLEX Corporation) have decided to do things differently with its latest addition of units.In a bid to further lessen
