Verdict
At RM113,800, the VL is the sensible Kicks e-Power because its 136 hp, 280 Nm motor, 2.1 kWh battery and 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time are unchanged. The RM8,000 step to the RM121,800 VLT buys adaptive rather than passive cruise control, blind spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. Those are meaningful aids in Malaysian traffic and tight car parks, but there is no extra performance or cabin space. Choose the VLT if those daily-use assists matter; otherwise, the VL leaves little on the table.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power VL if you want the same 136 hp and 280 Nm e-Power drivetrain without paying extra for adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power VLT if adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera justify the RM8,000 premium for your daily drive.
Key differences
- Price: RM113,800 for the VL; RM121,800 for the VLT.
- Blind Spot Info System: VL has none; VLT has it.
- Cruise control: VL has passive cruise control; VLT has adaptive cruise control.
- Reverse camera: VL has a reverse camera; VLT has a 360-degree camera.
- EV range: VL is not stated; VLT is stated at 2.5 km.
VL
- Same 136 hp and 280 Nm motor output as the VLT.
- Same 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time as the VLT.
- Keeps autonomous braking and collision warning.
- No Blind Spot Info System.
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control.
- No 360-degree camera.
VLT
- Adaptive cruise control replaces the VL's passive system.
- Gets Blind Spot Info System.
- 360-degree camera helps beyond the VL's rear-view camera.
- Costs RM8,000 more than the VL.
- No extra motor output or quicker 0-100 km/h time versus the VL.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM113,800✓ | RM121,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM85 | RM85 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,198 cc | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | 82 hp | 82 hp |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12 | 12 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | 136 hp |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 2.1 kWh | 2.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 2.5 km |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 21.7 km/h | 21.7 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,384 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 1,813 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,610 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,673 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 41 litres | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 423 litres | 423 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama BluEarth E70 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| 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 | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery | 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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VL vs VLT FAQ
Is the Nissan Kicks e-Power VL or Nissan Kicks e-Power VLT better?
The VLT is better equipped, adding adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. The VL is the better-value choice if those aids are not priorities, as performance, battery capacity and cabin practicality are the same.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power VLT costs RM8,000 more than the VL.
Does the VLT have more performance than the VL?
No. Both use one 136 hp, 280 Nm motor with a 2.1 kWh battery, front-wheel drive and an eCVT automatic. Both are rated for 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds.
