2025 Nissan Kicks Earns Top Safety Rating from IIHS
January 24 2025
Metro Nissan of Dallas Dallas TX

In December of 2024, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announced the compact crossover Nissan Kicks as a 2024 Top Safety Pick. This distinction means that Kicks showcased the highest standards of safety capability under the most recent, more stringent evaluation standards.

The criteria to earn this award changed in 2024, becoming more rigorous, insisting that vehicles demonstrate enhanced performance in side-impact tests that deliver 82% more energy as compared to previous standards. Other changes in standards include stricter evaluation standards for rear-seat protection, pedestrian crash prevention, and headlight performance over all Kicks trims. Under the new guidelines, vehicles must earn at least the following ratings:

  • Regarding small overlap front and current side-impact crash tests – “Good” rating.
  • Original moderate front crash test – “Good” rating.
  • As to the pedestrian front crash prevention – “Acceptable” or “Good” rating.
  • Regarding headlight performance across all trims – “Acceptable” or “Good” ratings.

Nissan’s 2025 Kick model excelled in the new evaluation criteria, garnering extra protection for pedestrians and passengers in several real-world scenarios. Kicks is equipped with Nissan Safety Shield 360; this package is standard across all trims. Kicks features several intuitive safety technologies like Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Warning, and High Beam Assist.

Engineered for Urban Driving

The 2025 Nissan Kicks was designed for urban driving. It combines safety, efficiency, and agility technologies into an athletic crossover that is highly suited for urban and metro environments. The new findings for Kicks make it an excellent choice in the Compact SUV segment for the safety conscious driver. Kicks doesn’t stop with safety however, it was also recognized for its stylish design that fits well with a modern, busy, on-the-go lifestyle. If you live in or around Mesquite, Carrollton, or Garland, you can find the 2025 Nissan Kicks at Metro Nissan of Dallas. If you are interested in this remarkably safe vehicle, check out our inventory of new Nissan Kicks crossovers and select the trim that suits the way you want to drive.

Test Drive a New Nissan Kicks Today

Once you decide on the Kicks model and trim you like, contact us and set up a test drive. We want your driving experience to be the best and we want to make sure you are happy with the Kick trim you select. After all, we know how much of an investment a new vehicle can be, and we want to make sure you are happy with your choice for years to come.

Keep It Running It’s Best at Metro Nissan of Dallas

One of the best ways to extend the life of your new Kicks model is through regular maintenance, and our Service Department can help. For all your maintenance needs like oil changes, brake service, tire service, battery testing, cooling system service and more, you can count on our expert technicians at Metro Nissan of Dallas to take great care of you and your vehicle.

Take your first steps to get into the safe and stylish 2025 Nissan Kicks. Call or stop by today.