Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has announced that the Nissan Kicks e-Power is now open for booking in Malaysia at an estimated price of below RM130,000, ahead of its launch next month, most possibly at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024. ETCM also says the vehicle has achieved a full five-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating.
VL and VLT variants will be offered in Malaysia, both powered solely by a front-mounted 129 PS/280 Nm electric motor. It’s hooked up to a 82 PS/103 Nm HR12DE 1.2 litre naturally-aspirated three-cylinder that only serves as a generator for the 2.06 kWh battery, with no mechanical connection to the wheels.
The century sprint is done in 9.5 seconds. ‘In-gear’ acceleration is also strong, the car able to get from 100 to 120 km/h in four seconds flat. Fuel consumption is rated at 21.7 km per litre, resulting in a claimed total range of up to 900 km with the 41 litre fuel tank. You get a choice of Normal, Sport and Eco drive modes, plus a one-pedal e-Pedal Step mode. EV mode (petrol engine stays asleep) is possible up to 2.5 km at 40 km/h.
The VL comes with full LED front lighting (headlamps, fog lamps, signals), auto-folding wing mirrors, 17-inch alloys (no spare, tyre repair kit), ‘zero gravity’ fabric seats (manual), electronic parking brake with auto hold, auto air con, cruise control, a 7.0-inch digital meter panel, an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and six speakers. Safety wise, it’s seven airbags plus forward collision warning and braking (AEB).
The VLT adds on two-tone (brown-black) leather for the seats (brown is also on the door cards and dash), a 360-degree around view monitor, intelligent rear view mirror (LCD screen with camera), active cruise control, blind spot warning and rear cross traffic alert. You can have the VLT in two-tone paint as well; count this in and there are three variants in total.
Speaking of colours, choose from Black Star, Brilliant White Pearl, Brilliant Silver, Red Pearl and the signature Sunrise Orange. VLT buyers can opt to have a black roof on orange, white and red. There’s also a Dark Metal Grey for the two-tone VLT. This means that grey is exclusive to the VLT while silver is VL-only. See our full review, full gallery and spec run-through for more information.
Nissan Kicks e-Power VLT Malaysia drive gallery
Nissan Kicks e-Power VLT two-tone in Malaysia full gallery
Nissan Kicks e-Power VLT two-tone in Malaysia showroom
Nissan Kicks e-Power VL in Malaysia showroom
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nissan in malaysia is a dead brand. previous lousy quality of the almera which sold in high volume really pushed many loyal customers away. and then there is this CVT problem with the teana and the slphy (can’t even spell that now :) haha). and this kick is late to the party..at 130k, well, not competitive at all. DOA
What can u buy if u have this 130 to 135k budget?
Well,I’ll get a cool full EV ,the BYD M6 mpv(7 seater) at 109K,plus pay another 25K for the Axia(manual).
This suv Nissan kicks ,kicked in at the wrong time,when the cool thing is EVs,not a “glorified hybrid with petrol engine”.
Nissan is not following market trends and demands.No wonder Nissan Japan is again tethering on another bankruptcy.
ETCM..watching helplessly at another bad financial year with red ink.
Tan Chong…Jurassic park 2.0
EV infrastructure is still far from sufficient in Malaysia, especially for those who stay in high-rise apartments. This should get a good market share.
don’t la say like that. test drive first. Give depth a chance before judging the width. most say the tech is pretty impressive. definitely more than meets the eye :)
buying an old design from 2017 at Rm130K pricetag is insane
in a few months time, this Kicks will be outdated because the 2025 Nissan Kicks will be on the roads.
e-POWER is better than every other hybrid out there tho, should give it a test drive when it’s availabel.
cost too much for too little
Nissan Syphilis
Top up RM9k for 1 segment higher haval H6
Agreed. They yet learn the lesson
Perhaps bringing in the Kicks e-POWER is a step in the right direction
But this one has e-POWER performance and efficiency, I personally think it’s worth it.
True the only NEW Nissan that caught people’s attention and brought more hype is the NEW 2025 NISSAN PATROL. THAT’S IT, nothing else
The Kicks e-POWER is getting a lot of good reviews, should give it a chance and test drive it when it’s available.
the design…like black eyed pea once said, you so 2000 and late.
As above
let me guess, you’re B40. Trying to blame everything on government. Waiting for handouts. Being poor and not able to afford a car is everybody’s fault, except yours.
Design so outdated. Technology its good but price needs to below RM110k or else just cant sell.
Below 130k is fair imo – e-POWER tech is worth a premium
Below 130k is quite fair, with e-POWER tech is worth a premium car.
Below 130k is fair imo – e-POWER tech is worth a premium.
Wait for next year promo, TCM brings in this outdated model to dump in malaysia market surely due to the low price for old dumping model.
Year end 2025 sure will have discount.. says RM 99k..Thats commone TCM tricks, who buy now sure cry..
This is the latest Kicks model with e-POWER actually.
1.2 litre naturally-aspirated three-cylinder that only serves as a generator for the 2.06 kWh battery, with no mechanical connection to the wheels.
Can anyone please explain why need a 1.2 litre engine to charge the battery…
Why not a 100 cc or 150 cc motobike angine… can also chagre
Dont think Nissan would waste R&D to build a new engine just to recharge a battery.
Motorcycle engine x cukup power nak charge lah, will be too slow.
It still cheaper than premium as CX30 or Corolla Cross
Exactly, and e-POWER is a better system.
Gosh 130k?! Haha…as predicted earlier on est. price. Good luck!
e-POWER is really good though, deserves a premium over the other hybrid systems out there.
RM 130K to buy a car from 2017 sounds a bit absurd
e-POWER is different tho. Gotta test drive it to have a feel.
after looking at the nissan Kicks 2025 facelift (which should be on the road soon), I find buying this ETCM 2017 Kicks model to be dumb.
Don’t think that one has e-POWER tho.
2025 Nissan Kicks ICE 2.0 engine or older Nissan Kicks e-Power? which one you prefer?