You’re young, you love to have fun, and you’re searching for your first SUV. You want something that will fit all your friends and any gear you want to take along. You want something versatile, helping you enjoy cityscapes and the great outdoors. You want something that turns heads in Lansing, East Lansing, and Grand Ledge, MI.
Our Feldman Chevrolet of Lansing team has two options to check your boxes: the Chevy Trax and the Nissan Kicks. These compact crossovers are excellent choices for first-time SUV buyers. Are you ready to find out why? Continue reading the comparison below!
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You’re someone who likes to keep up with the latest trends. A new coffee concoction just went viral on TikTok? You’re running to the drive-thru. A meme about your favorite sports team is making waves? You saw it before it had thousands of likes. The Trax and the Kicks will keep you up to speed as trends are born.
The Chevy and the Nissan are the epitome of daily drivers. Their powertrains offer plenty of oomph to match the beat of Today’s Top 100 and to envelop you in the creepy vibe of #BookTok’s latest thriller recommendation.
The Trax will deliver a more get-up-and-go attitude thanks to its 1.2L turbo engine that generates 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. The Kicks offers a 1.6L engine that will kick your mornings into gear with 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque; however, that capability falls flat compared to the Chevy’s.
Performance is also about looking the part. After all, you go to concerts to enjoy your favorite artist’s discography and see all the curated costumes and lighting. The Trax and the Kicks also support their energetic powertrains with eye-catching designs!
These SUVs share several paint options in common, like shades of white, black, gunmetal, and blazing red. However, the Trax offers a few unique hues that are captivating, much like your favorite Instagram filter:
- Nitro Yellow
- Cacti Green
- Harvest Bronze
Although the Nissan offers dual-tone exterior options, it goes without similar bold colors that will make other drivers ask, “What car is that?”
Wire-free technology is in! We know you have one of those cord-free chargers on your bedside table that powers your phone, smartwatch, and earbuds simultaneously. Manufacturers like Chevy and Nissan remain current with the times and prove it in the cabins of the Trax and the Kicks.
Do you need directions to the hidden hiking spot you saw on an Instagram Reel? Do you want to catch up on your favorite podcast’s gossip during your commute? Just ask Siri® or Google Assistant™. You read that right—the artificial intelligence you use daily is now mobile thanks to Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™.
The difference? The Chevy’s smartphone integrations are wireless, so you can hop in your crossover and go. You’ll need to plug in your phone to activate these connectivity features in the Nissan.
Smartphones are always getting bigger and better. New operating systems, design schemes, and features draw you in to buy the latest creation. The same goes for the Trax and the Kicks. As you explore their trim levels, their cockpit offerings get more advanced and helpful.
Back to the basics, though. The Chevy has an 8-inch touchscreen that grows to an 11-inch display on higher trims. The Nissan makes a 7-inch touchscreen standard and only gets as big as eight inches. If you could have the best of the best with the Trax, why settle for less in the Kicks?
You’ve just set your OOO status. A week of glamping in a yurt with your best friends awaits. Your crew is coming over for a night of wining, dining, and catching up before your early departure tomorrow. All you have left to do is pack up your SUV, grab some snacks, and set your course. Will the Trax or the Kicks better support your adventure?
You’ve got a long drive ahead. Your besties have their plush blankets and favorite snacks on standby. The Trax and the Kicks will provide spacious appointments. Your crew may prefer the Chevy since it offers 99.8 cubic feet of passenger space compared to the Nissan, which provides 92.6 cubic feet.
Extra wiggle room is crucial for your road trip. After all, you’ll need some space to play air guitar later.
If you’re an over-packer, the Trax and the Kicks have you covered. Their trunks measure over 25 cubic feet, meaning you’ll have plenty of space for luggage, reusable grocery bags, and self-care essentials—even with that bag of clothes you’ve been meaning to donate in the back.
With an empty cabin and the second row folded down, the Trax offers more room for your personal adventures: 54.1 cubic feet, to be exact. The Kicks gives you access to 32.3 cubic feet, far smaller than the Chevy’s offering!
Enjoying the freedom of your youth is easier with the Chevy Trax or the Nissan Kicks by your side. Which one do you prefer? The Chevy will deliver on all counts if you’re looking for a stylish, athletic, spacious, and intelligent model for your Lansing, East Lansing, and Grand Ledge, MI lifestyle.
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