Nissan Kicks E-Power vs Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Comparo

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If we were to look at pricing, we will need to compare the TOTL Kicks e-Power VL variant vs the base Hybrid Corolla Cross HEV variant. Both are nearly the same size but the Kicks is probably going to be a lot cheaper (if the rumors are to be believed, as much as 150k cheaper).

IF (and that's a big if) the upcoming VL variant here has the same features as the VL variant released in Thailand, the Kicks will be a better value just because it is cheaper, looks better, has better power-to-weight ratio and has higher torque at a lower rpm.

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Nissan Kicks e-Power vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Hybrid crossover duel | Philkotse

If you really want power out of a hybrid though, the smaller Nissan Kicks might be more to your liking. It makes a lot more torque than the Corolla Cross Hybrid as well. Also, the e-Pedal step on the Kicks can be helpful for those who need to deal with the endless bumper-to-bumper traffic of large cities like Metro Manila.

Take note though that the Corolla Cross Hybrid might also offer a vastly different driving experience than the Kicks. Because as we’ve said, the Toyota is more of a conventional hybrid whereas the Kicks uses a rather unique powertrain. In connection to this, do give each a good ol’ test drive before settling on a final choice.

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I would have easily preferred the Kicks if they just added 100K to the TOTL model and added Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Traffic Alert. Kicks missing these features make the car feel old.

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