Verdict
The RM13,900 premium for the Nissan Kicks e-Power buys a 136 hp, 280 Nm motor against the Toyota Yaris Cross’ 105 hp, 138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine, plus autonomous braking. But the CKD Yaris Cross brings a 471-litre boot versus 423 litres, 18-inch wheels, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction and adaptive cruise control. For most Malaysian families, the Toyota’s lower entry cost and more complete convenience kit make it the sharper buy; pick the Nissan if electric-motor response and its 2.1-kWh e-Power battery system matter more.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if you want the 136 hp/280 Nm motor and autonomous braking, and can accept the higher price and smaller boot.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want to spend RM13,900 less for more boot space, 18-inch wheels and stronger driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Kicks e-Power RM113,800; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Power output: Nissan has a 136 hp/280 Nm motor; Toyota has a 105 hp/138 Nm 1.5-litre engine.
- Boot space: Nissan 423 litres; Toyota 471 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: Nissan 17-inch alloys with 205/55R17 tyres; Toyota 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 tyres.
- Driver assistance: Nissan has autonomous braking but no lane-keeping assist; Toyota has no listed autonomous braking but gets blind-spot information and…
- Dimensions: Nissan is 4,384 mm long with a 2,673 mm wheelbase; Toyota is 4,310 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase.
Kicks e-Power
- 136 hp and 280 Nm electric motor
- Autonomous braking included
- RM85 annual road tax and eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty
- Costs RM13,900 more
- 423-litre boot is 48 litres smaller
- Misses blind-spot monitoring, steering correction and adaptive cruise control
Yaris Cross
- RM99,900 price and locally assembled CKD status
- 471-litre boot and 18-inch wheels
- Blind-spot monitoring, steering correction, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- No listed autonomous braking
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the Nissan motor’s 136 hp and 280 Nm
- Four-speaker audio versus the Nissan’s six speakers
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM113,800 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM85✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,198 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 82 hp | 105 hp✓ |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 138 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 78 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12 | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 2.1 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 21.7 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,384 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,813 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,610 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,673 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 41 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 423 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama BluEarth E70 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three Point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Kicks e-Power vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Nissan Kicks e-Power or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Toyota Yaris Cross is the better buy for most, with a lower price, larger 471-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring. The Nissan Kicks e-Power suits buyers prioritising its 136 hp/280 Nm motor and autonomous braking.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power costs RM113,800 and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, so the Nissan is RM13,900 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the larger boot at 471 litres, 48 litres more than the Nissan Kicks e-Power’s 423 litres.