Nissan starts all-new Kicks e-Power production in Thailand

MANILA: Nissan has started the production of the all-new Kicks e-Power in Thailand.

The Japanese automaker’s latest milestone—which came amid the ongoing efforts to streamline its business globally—highlights its commitment to its host country as a key production and export hub in Southeast Asia.

Nissan is planning to begin the rollout of the model’s latest version to customers in the Land of Smiles next month.

 “Nissan has operated in Thailand for more than 73 years, continuously strengthening our products and manufacturing capabilities to meet evolving customer needs. Today, we mark an important milestone as we begin production of the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power, showcasing the capabilities of our local talent in delivering products with Japanese quality,” Nissan Motor Chair of Management Committee for Japan/ASEAN & Affiliate Companies Shohei Yamazaki said.  

Joining Yamazakai at the start-of-production ceremony were

• Nissan Motor Global Aftersales Corporate Executive as well as former Nisssan ASEAN and Thailand President Toshihiro Fujiki
• Siam Motors Group Chair Dr. Phornthep Phornprapha
• Siam Motors Group President Prakasit Phornprapha

The model—unveiled at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show—serves as an important nameplate in Nissan’s electrification strategy in Thailand. It comes with a bold design and is equipped with the marque’s proprietary e‑Power technology. It is also through this offering that the ProPILOT advanced driver assistance system was brought to the Thai market.

Vehicle specifications

Here are the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power’s notable features.

Its exterior boasts sharp styling complemented by the signature V-Motion grille that looks more modern with a three-dimensional design. 

Bordering the mesh are the slim upper beam headlamps and three-arrow daytime running lights. Its pronounced fenders, lower fascia, and elevated hood corners give it a more athletic and aggressive look.

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Its rear has the iconic hexagonal taillamps that match the uncluttered panel and a parting line in the middle.

Inside, the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power is fitted with 12.3-inch high-resolution infotainment display (featuring the NissanConnect system with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto) and a seven-inch thin-film transistor digital instrument cluster.

Additionally, it is also fitted with a newly-designed front and center console, a leather-covered steering wheel, and zero-gravity seats.

Other creature comforts inside the vehicle are:

• Wireless charging dock
• Center armrest with dual cup holders
• Intelligent rearview mirror
• 423-liter trunk 

Powering the vehicle is the same 1.2-liter, three-cylinder gasoline engine, and an electric motor paired with a 2.06-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery. This configuration can deliver:

Maximum output (in horsepower)	134
Peak torque (in Newton-meters)	280

To ensure safety, the all-new Kicks e-Power is equipped with the Nissan 360˚ Safety Shield technology, and the ProPilot system, which has:

• Intelligent cruise control
• Integrated lane-keeping assist

In Thailand, the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power comes in three variants: V, VL, and SV. 

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